Always telling the story
Thoughts on the Gospel for the Sunday between 14 and 20 August Year C. – Luke 12:49–56 Today’s Gospel reading offers words from Jesus that may unsettle us: He speaks not of peace, but of division—even within families. For those of us who cherish Christ as the Prince of Peace, this can feel jarring. Isn’t … Read more
To the Bishops and Officers of the Synod of the Church of Pakistan, Grace and peace to you in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. I write to you not as a representative of any institution, but as a fellow Anglican Christian—one who is part of the Body of Christ and who … Read more
Well, nobody at Morning Prayer can say they don’t know the tune to Ballerma now… Today’s organist special: four hymns, one melody. We started with “The Lord’s my shepherd, I’ll not want,” followed by “In Christ there is no east or west” (Ballerma’s usual stomping ground here), then “How bright those glorious spirits shine!” and … Read more
Leuchtturm1917 dotted notebooks have become a go-to for anyone who loves organizing, journaling, or just needs a trusty notebook by their side—and honestly, it’s easy to see why! Here are a few reasons they’re so popular: 1. Dotted grids = total freedom The dotted pages give you just the right amount of structure without being … Read more
Back in August, I set a goal to stay consistent with my medication routine. It’s a vital part of my health journey, but, as with many routines, it’s easier planned than done! I began recording each day in a planner, tracking when I had taken each medication. Initially, I thought planning ahead would help, so … Read more
We were lucky last year and this year to see an orchid growing in our front garden. This occurred because neither Andrew nor I is an intrepid gardener. We quite enjoy letting the grass grow long and then getting it cut back later in the summer, which gives the orchid the chance to grow and … Read more
We have been very busy in the last few weeks. Yesterday was no different. We got up very early (for us) and caught the seven minutes past seven train from Monasterevin to Kildare, waited there and then got the train to Waterford. We didn’t go as far as Waterford on this occasion, disembarking in the … Read more
I want to say that I woke up yesterday morning after a night of bad sleep, but it would be more accurate to say that I woke up after a night of very little sleep due to coughing because of a chest infection. Andrew went to our pharmacy as soon as it was just about … Read more
Yesterday, while I was on dialysis, a secretary from the Vascular Clinic at Midlands Regional Hospital in Tullamore called to schedule an arm scan. I’ve been waiting for this scan for several months to determine if there’s enough space in my arm for another arteriovenous (AV) fistula, which would aid in dialysis access. Given the … Read more
In January 2024, I was diagnosed as autistic. This diagnosis confirmed what we had suspected for some time. Nothing has changed since then, and I am still me. But, with the diagnosis, it is easier to explain to others why I react in ways that most people do not. I still find it difficult when … Read more