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Christmas Memories of Simpler Times
As we enjoy our own versions of Christmas in the week to come, with our own rituals, let us keep one eye on the past, for in doing so, we might find…
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Reflections on a Simple Past | 09
Somehow, the gentle puffing of the Santa Special 36 years ago has endured in offering us an expectant journey to a magical world. During Advent, let us…
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Reflections on a Simple Past | 08
Technology has changed so much, perhaps comfortingly, just as it has for every generation before. We have lost, yet gained so much, but it challenges us…
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Reflections on a Simple Past | 07
In the nourishment and nurturing of our own creative souls, I believe that we can give of our truly authentic selves in a way which can provide nurture…
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Reflections on a Simple Past | 06
In our quest to capture and preserve the present moment, so that in the future, we can remember affectionally the past, do we miss out? Perhaps we need…
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Reflections on a Simple Past | 05
The last 15 years have brought a realisation that my relationship with the outdoors is essential. Nature both roots us and grounds us, at its heart, a…
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Reflections on a Simple Past | 04
In the shadow of a great giant, people, place, community, culture and identity, rooted in song, the songs rooted in the land.
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Reflections on a Simple Past | 03
Quintessential afternoons, crusts off, thinly sliced, and a sacred institution which might just be making a comeback.
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Reflections on a Simple Past | 02
Freedom, carefree abandon, simplicity, nostalgia and the odd swallow, but a far cry from the Amazon.
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Reflections on a Simple Past | 01
In the first of a new series, I look back at some of the people, places and things which have so richly influenced and inspired my love of all things…
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