About Sue Vincent

warmerstar2I am a Yorkshire born painter and writer, living in the south of England. I paint the strange things that come as images in dreams and fantasies and write about life as it happens.

I was raised in a spiritually eclectic family in a landscape where myths and legends were woven into the stones, and have always had an intimate relationship with the inner worlds and the understanding that all paths are but spokes on a wheel, leading ultimately to the same centre. It is not the path that one walks that matters, but how one chooses to walk it.

logjpgI have been a student of the Mysteries for most of my life, studying alone for many years before joining the Servants of the Light. In 2012 I joined Steve Tanham as Director of the Silent Eye School of Consciousness, a modern Mystery School that seeks to strip back many of the layers in which esoteric thought has become shrouded and teach students a way to find the inherent magic in living and being.

The School is not a business and is run simply and ethically to cover its own costs, not make a profit. The Silent Eye website has a blog, news and events section. We hold regular workshops and events in the ancient landscape, details of which can be found details on the Silent Eye  Events page.

offering-lg1As a painter, I play in most media and have painted everything from wedding cakes to huge murals. I spent a long time chasing realism, until I found the confidence to paint what I saw in the colours that sing to me.

As a writer, I have always scribbled. Poetry came first, I think, and I was fortunate enough to win the David Burland International Poetry Prize in 2008. In that year also I began writing a column for The Spirit Guides. It was a busy year, as I was teaching online with various esoteric forums and made the acquaintance of Dr G. Michael Vasey. The friendship grew and we released The Mystical Hexagram, recently republished as an extended and updated edition.

In 2013 a writing partnership was born that has proved a joy. Stuart France, now the third in the triad of Directors of the Silent Eye, and I embarked, all unknowing, on an adventure that would take us across the sacred landscape of Albion and which has resulted in the publication of a number of books together, with more to come. We have an enormous amount of fun in our wanderings and wonderings, which may reflect somewhat in the way we write.

UntitledIn 2009 my eldest son, Nick, was left for dead, stabbed through the brain in an unprovoked attack. Many of the earlier entries here chart his remarkable and near miraculous journey and the fallout the attack had on the family. An event like this changes everything, including one’s outlook. Luckily, for us it changed it for the better and love and laughter thrive.

Apart from that, I have two adult sons, too many books (or not enough….) and a mad dog who also blogs when I let her near the keyboard…

You can contact me via the form on my contact page, where you will also find the principal social media links.

And yes, that was a lucky shot.

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360 Responses to About Sue Vincent

  1. margateichman says:
    December 7, 2012 at 22:25

    So lovely to discover your writing today! A mystery school! I had just listened to a Neil Kramer interview this week, where he was talking about the mystery schools that used to be and are no more, and I found myself pondering this loss. I will look forward to catching up on your writing! You words caught my attention immediately – the ring of truth in one’s voice and words is becoming ever more apparent to me.
    Marga

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    • Echo says:
      December 7, 2012 at 22:35

      Thank you, Marga. I noticed you had found the Facebook page.. there is also one for he School as well as the website.

      We are not the only Mystery School, there are others, some long established and respected Schools. We are just coming to birth, carrying forward a flame we have been handed.

      It is something we are passionate about and want to bring to life in the modern world.

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  2. Ganesh says:
    December 16, 2012 at 20:35

    Nice and interesting blog, Sue! Thanks for following “Known is a drop, Unknown is an Ocean”. 🙂

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  3. LyannV says:
    December 28, 2012 at 15:42

    Hi! I have nominated you for the Blog of the Year 2012 Award. Please check out the link for more details: http://starfishway.wordpress.com/2012/12/28/thank-you/
    Blessings,
    ~Lyann

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  4. overwhelmingpeace says:
    December 29, 2012 at 00:12

    Thank you for liking my article “What do you seek?” I’m very glad your son not only survived that attack, but is doing so well. That kind of thing, as well as your car crash when you were 19, either destroy us and our families or make us stronger. It’s good to see that your family has held tightly together.

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    • Echo says:
      December 29, 2012 at 00:15

      We’ve had our moments 🙂 But you are right, we can allow them to destroy us or choose to draw strength and learn something from them. And I’ve learned a lot from my sons 🙂

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  5. ajaytao2010 says:
    December 29, 2012 at 21:55

    Absolutely beautiful reading about you I loved the expression ” spiritually eclectic family in a landscape where myths and legends were woven into the stones “, Oh so wonderful & humble as well.

    Thanks for visiting my blog. Be in touch. Browse through the category sections,
    I feel you may find something of your interest.

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  6. Spiritual World Traveler says:
    December 30, 2012 at 04:57

    The Silent Eye sounds interesting… I will have to see what that is all about! So glad you stopped by my blog!

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  7. Anna Failla says:
    January 2, 2013 at 14:47

    Thank you so much for stopping by my blog -I can’t tell you how much I loved finding yours in return! I just spent a good half hour reading a million entries of yours -your writing is magical and had me hypnotized! It’s that good! Have a wonderful year and a beautiful life -look forward to reading more of your work in the future, i’m definitely following!
    Love, Anna

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  8. Paul Handover says:
    January 3, 2013 at 18:03

    Delighted to make the connection. That came, of course, from your decision to call by Learning from Dogs. So a big thank you for that. Let me wish you a Happy New Year, Paul

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  9. Richard Harrison says:
    January 4, 2013 at 02:18

    Sue, thanks for stopping by and thanks for the follow. Seems we both have dogs in common. Look forward to dropping in from time to time to see how your year is going I’ll keep an eye out for a stray dog no matter where I go. Happy New Year!

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  10. mytreetv says:
    January 4, 2013 at 14:31

    Can you see the tree-spirit?

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  13. Joan Miranda says:
    January 10, 2013 at 08:06

    I love your writing…:D
    I enjoy the way you weave words to share tales of the heart…
    Thank you so much for visiting my blog and I’m glad that I stumbled upon yours.

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  14. ajaytao2010 says:
    January 10, 2013 at 11:19

    I Nominate you for the Liebster Blog Award. Please accept & oblige.

    Please the link below & follow instructions.

    http://ajaytao2010.wordpress.com/2013/01/10/liebster-blog-award/

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  15. earthriderjudyberman says:
    January 13, 2013 at 03:50

    That which doesn’t break us only makes us stronger. I am so glad that your son survived. Thanks so much for stopping by my blog. (Loved that photo of your dog winking.)

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  16. theyorkshiretart says:
    January 15, 2013 at 15:36

    Thanks for stopping by my blog, Sue. It’s wonderful to hear from fellow Yorkshire-woman! I very much enjoy your writing – there are some very inspirational stories here. All the best, TYT.

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    • Echo says:
      January 15, 2013 at 15:38

      The curds caught my eye and tastebuds. Living here in the south where there are neither curd tarts, proper parkin nor a decent vanilla slice to be had, I could not have wandered by without stopping to look and whimper longingly a little.:-)

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  17. gita4elamats says:
    January 25, 2013 at 03:20

    Your dog looks like my Sushna, see photo on: http://poet4justicedotwordpressdotcom.wordpress.com/2012/09/19/a-prayer-to-ganesha-2/
    Best wishes for your son’s recovery.

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    • Echo says:
      January 25, 2013 at 07:04

      Thank you, my son continues to amaze me 🙂 Your Sushna does look very like my Ani! I was sad to read that you are dogless though. x

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      • Sanjuna says:
        May 24, 2020 at 12:48

        Congrats for discovering your skills and thanks for helping other writers to know each other by your prompts..inspite of all your chaos you are clearing up sky for a shine..you are doing great and keep going on sue Vincent 🤗🤗🤗

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      • Sanjuna says:
        May 24, 2020 at 12:48

        Congrats for discovering your skills and thanks for helping other writers to know each other by your prompts..inspite of all your chaos you are clearing up sky for a shine..you are doing great and keep going on sue Vincent 🤗🤗🤗

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  18. gita4elamats says:
    January 25, 2013 at 07:26

    We are hoping to travel a bit while we are dogless but will probably get another dog after that.
    I’m so glad that your son contiues to improve and amaze you.

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  20. suzywordmuser says:
    January 29, 2013 at 16:41

    Just thought I’d leave you a note here to say, how good it was to read what your son Nick wrote and as a lady of poetry and fiction, it is a refreshing change to read something of real value. I have realised in my very short life of blogging that it’s not good for my mind to follow and read too many poets and writers of fiction, because it all starts to feel like rubbish in the end – and some of it is (hope they don’t read this!!) I include some of my own in that too!

    You must be a real inspiring lady to have a son who thinks like he does, because we all are inspired by our parents in some form or another, even if we would rather not admit it!

    And one last thing, your post by Nick really made my day!
    Suzy 😀

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    • Echo says:
      January 29, 2013 at 16:52

      Your response made my son’s day too. I just spoke to him on the phone 🙂
      He has mentioned on the odd occasion that the hobbit has had some value to him 😉 The blog here is always true.. unless clearly specified. The journey with my son, if anything, toned down as it would be too much for some, I think.
      My poetry varies in quality.. I write it for me and merely inflict it on the rest of the world…*chuckles*
      Nick has gone in search of the book you mentioned. He wants to read it… and being able to read again at all is such a joy for him, and for me to see.

      Love,
      Sue

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  21. Siege says:
    February 1, 2013 at 21:20

    Thank you for stopping by my blog. I like your writing.

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  22. Rachel says:
    February 11, 2013 at 22:18

    Thank you for stopping by my post 🙂 I too am Yorkshire born and living in the south. What a small world it is. Your blog is wonderful. I shall have to continue tomorrow when I can see again (after reading one of your recent posts!)

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  23. Heather says:
    February 11, 2013 at 22:38

    thank you for visiting…I look forward to your post!

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  24. Jenn says:
    February 15, 2013 at 22:21

    Wow! .. Simply put … I dont always click back on those whose ‘like’ a blog I post, but I did today. And came across your post on the moors. Tinglies all through me. My ancestors are Cornish. I visited the moors once in this life. I just started to flick through your posts. And smiled when I realised you also write long posts 🙂 I am definitely about to visit your pages and check out your book … There is certainly a drawing (metaphorically) here for me … So VERY glad you liked my post and I followed an instinct to check out your blog 🙂 Brightest Blessings to you and yours 🙂

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  25. windhound says:
    February 20, 2013 at 20:35

    Wonderful to see you visiting dragonshades and I appreciate your words. I’m off to read some more of your Blog. There is no end to the fascination that is life.

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  26. Jim Aldrich says:
    February 24, 2013 at 02:51

    Very nice blog and thank you for the Follow! Jim Aldrich, The RunningFather blog

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  27. The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
    March 2, 2013 at 22:52

    My dad was born in Leeds. I’ve some Yorkshire blood running in me veins, even though I was born in Chicago. Pass the tissue over here. Big hugs to you, Paulette. 🙂

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    • Echo says:
      March 2, 2013 at 22:57

      A Loiner, eh? Ah, my exile is only a temporary glitch.. a couple of decades or so… 🙂 I’ll get home one day. When the time is right 🙂 Meanwhile, I can go back to the moors from time to time.
      Hugs back at you, Paulette 🙂

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  28. Christopher Snell says:
    March 6, 2013 at 19:40

    Greetings from a kindred spirit…

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  29. juliegreenart says:
    March 9, 2013 at 23:51

    You are amazing – blessed to be here and to read your work and to be inspired. Thank you x

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  30. dmauldin53 says:
    March 12, 2013 at 11:08

    I’ve just nominated you for the Blue Ribbon Liebster Award.

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  31. Paul F. Lenzi says:
    March 14, 2013 at 20:51

    I continue to enjoy your work and have named you to receive the “Very Inspiring Blog” award. Check my site for details in about an hour. – Paul F. Lenzi at Poesy plus Polemics.

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  32. The Sleepcoat League says:
    March 15, 2013 at 16:14

    Thanks for the follow and the many likes. I’m enjoying your work.

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    • Sue Vincent says:
      March 15, 2013 at 16:20

      I always find something interesting on your pages too.. ‘like’ isn’t always the right word. Very often striking.

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      • The Sleepcoat League says:
        March 15, 2013 at 16:23

        Thank you.

        Yes, “like” is a terrible word in this context, like nice.

        I think we have to be like ancient soothsayers and interpret the “like” as they would interpret the entrails for auspicious signs.

        Until we’re all telepathic or a universal symbol is created to replace the word like then I guess we’re stuck with it. 🙂

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  33. Andera says:
    March 17, 2013 at 21:26

    You have a very nice blog. Nice to meet you. I will return here more often

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  34. dmauldin53 says:
    March 19, 2013 at 21:12

    I just nominated you for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award.

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  35. TamrahJo says:
    March 26, 2013 at 03:25

    In the spirit of passing it on, I nominated you for The Sunshine Award.
    Here’s the excerpt and link:
    “Sue Vincent inspires me. She’s the one I read when I’ve woke up on the wrong side of the bed and figure I might need to cheer myself up before interacting with anyone, including the dog.

    She manages to take the high road on so many subjects without ever leaving me feeling like the road I’m on is somehow lower – even when it really is. A great lady and if you love fractals, you just have to visit her.”
    http://ballybin.wordpress.com/2013/03/25/the-sunshine-award/ ‎

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  36. Joel says:
    March 26, 2013 at 06:25

    I’ve nominated you for a Liebster, Sue. You deserve it!
    http://joeltipple.wordpress.com/2013/03/25/liebster-award/

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  37. kindadukish says:
    April 2, 2013 at 08:10

    Thanks for visiting my blog………..many of my photographs are of the Pennines around West Yorkshire and Huddersfield in particular.

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  38. fciprian2013 says:
    April 5, 2013 at 04:06

    You are an incredible talent. I am blown away. I gave you the corner gallery in my “Louvre”, so in a way, you can say you’re hanging in the Louvre. Sort of.. well,
    http://whereiblogonblogging.wordpress.com/

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    • Sue Vincent says:
      April 5, 2013 at 08:12

      *chuckles* Oh that’s it then.. I can hang up the quill and brush.. the only way I ever expected to be hung in the Louvre would have involved rope…

      Seriously (I can manage that occasionally) thank you. I appreciate your visit and the compliment. Rather nice to wake up to.

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  39. consciouslyone says:
    April 5, 2013 at 23:57

    Thank you for the follow and your interest! I have so enjoyed reading your blog and investigating the Silent Eye! Looking forward to reading more from you.

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  40. Víctor Manteiga says:
    April 6, 2013 at 11:51

    Thanks a lot for the like! I have lived in England and it is indeed a magical country!

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  41. Some Photos & Fancies says:
    April 7, 2013 at 04:04

    Thank you for following my blog. I follow yours, read it avidly, and always take away something positive. Thank you for that as well.

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  42. willowdot21 says:
    April 7, 2013 at 23:44

    Hello and thank you for stopping by my post, I do hope your son is still improving.

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  44. tonyburkinshaw says:
    April 12, 2013 at 23:24

    Hi,
    I just dropped by to say thank you for following http://www.postsofhypnoticsuggestion.wordpress.com, It’s much appreciated.
    I really like what your doing here, so I’ve followed as well
    Wishing you all the best
    Tony

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  45. phaerygurl says:
    April 13, 2013 at 03:46

    Thanks for liking my happy and sad post. Anything in particular catch your interest?

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    • Sue Vincent says:
      April 13, 2013 at 08:58

      Yes.. the song of a kindred spirit 🙂 I love that you love the scrapbooking so passionately. And i can very much relate to wishing you could make enough money from it to survive!

      My own income is precarious to say the least.. I care for my son, and work on running the school, writing and painting when I can. I too would very much love to be able to make a living out of any of the above 🙂

      On the other hand, I feel blessed to be able to do all of the above, so if I end up scrubbing floors to finance it, that’s fine too 🙂

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      • phaerygurl says:
        April 19, 2013 at 04:03

        Thank you so much! It’s odd how I got to scrapbooking. I’ve always been into the arts, in one form or another, and this form has really stuck with me. I see other things that I’ve dabbled in, and I can’t find the level of energy that I find when I’m scrapbooking.

        My income at the moment is non-existent. Not that I haven’t worked, but I’ve had such a roller-coaster and I’m currently back to trying to find something I can tolerate/enjoy that helps me live my life.

        However, I do not wish anything to be different, because it’s all brought me here and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.

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  46. edmooneyphotography says:
    April 14, 2013 at 12:19

    Hi Sue, Thanks for stopping by and the follow, love your blog its very interesting, looking forward to seeing more of your work 🙂

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  47. sampath2087 says:
    April 19, 2013 at 09:51

    Nice paintings.

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  48. Paul F. Lenzi says:
    April 24, 2013 at 14:06

    I have nominated you for the Sunshine Award. See my post at http://poesypluspolemics.com/2013/04/24/sunshine-award/

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  49. Maarit Suokas-Alanko's blog says:
    May 20, 2013 at 07:08

    Hi Sue, Thanks for following my blog. Yours looks fascinating! I’m now your follower, too.

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  50. TamrahJo says:
    May 30, 2013 at 16:29

    Just wanted to send another burst of Love, Healing Light and Virtual hugs your way! Hope you are resting and rejuvenating!

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  51. TamrahJo says:
    June 16, 2013 at 15:36

    I’ve awarded you the Always There If You Need Me award – Thank you so much for being a part of my life!

    Always Here If you Need Me Award

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  52. debhuntinbrokenhill says:
    June 16, 2013 at 23:25

    A lovely blog. My friend Jane is a great believer in the world of spirit and she was told via a medium that she would inherit money (something she had very little of). She went to see a solicitor, who laughed and told her to look for a will. She did, and she found it was true. It was the help she needed to start a new life, after many years of struggle. Life is not about what we’re given, it’s about what we do with what we’re given.

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  53. KJ @ alwaystravelicious.com says:
    July 14, 2013 at 14:41

    Hello Sue ! Your blog really shows your talents 🙂 Have nominated you for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award. You can see the details here http://alwaystravelicious.com/2013/07/13/the-very-inspiring-blogger-award/ Cheers 🙂

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  54. Adrian Lewis says:
    July 21, 2013 at 07:12

    Hello Sue! My you have an interesting blog here, it could be what I’m looking for – what first attracted my attention are your images from Avebury and Glastonbury – both local to me, I’m in Bristol, with my early home, and my heart, in Somerset. And I’m retired, with a passion for natural beauty and photography, and thoughts trending towards Paganism.

    I’ve subscribed to your blog and look forward to much interest. Have a look at my blog if you will – as an artist it may be of interest. Adrian

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    • Sue Vincent says:
      July 21, 2013 at 08:28

      Wonderful photos, Adrian… me, I’m just a happy snapper with a camera addiction.The tight focus of a viewfinder is a wonderful way to remain very aware of the world.

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  55. Morgan says:
    August 6, 2013 at 01:53

    Hello Sue 🙂 I wanted to let you know that I have nominated you for “The Versatile Blogger Award”. Congratulations! Should you choose to, the criteria and acceptance info can be found here: http://booknvolume.wordpress.com/2013/08/05/800/

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  56. farfetchedfriends says:
    August 30, 2013 at 20:43

    Hi Sue,
    Thanks for stopping by my blog and liking my Genius/Genus post. You are so kind!
    Looks like you have a great blog here, too.
    Have a great week!
    Vanessa

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  57. Capt Jill says:
    September 8, 2013 at 17:50

    Hi Sue,
    Thanks for stopping by my blog and liking my post about the honey. I hope you’ll find some more interesting stuff there 🙂 I like some of your stuff too. I find a lot of that interesting. I’m sure glad your son is doing so well. That’s amazing! I like your artwork too. Nice shot of Singapore 🙂

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  58. europasicewolf says:
    October 23, 2013 at 23:37

    Thank you so much for visiting and liking my blog! Yours is awesome! I love your photos and must just say I am in love with your “mad” dog!! Adorable 🙂

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  59. Brigid Jackson says:
    December 27, 2013 at 10:33

    Congratulations,

    I have nominated your blog for year end awards, please choose any 3.

    Of course, all nominees like always are free to accept or decline the nomination. In this case, they may also accept one award, the other award, or both awards.

    More about this nomination is at : http://aristonorganic.com/2013/12/27/year-end-awards/

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  60. Gede Prama says:
    February 14, 2014 at 07:17

    Thank you for visiting and hopefully braid is always awake. Compassion greetings from Gede Prama 🙂 http://www.gedepramascompassion.com

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  61. fancyfrivolous says:
    March 14, 2014 at 18:00

    I love your blog Sue, thank you!

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  62. 'CC' Richards, Daytripper Sippers says:
    March 28, 2014 at 13:10

    Thank you for following Daytripper Sippers, Sue.
    That’s quite an amazing, inspiring story – your family overcoming the attack on your son. I admire that strength.
    I’m looking forward to reading more of your blog. It’s such a beautiful space you have created and I love your photos. Cheer, CC

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  63. amandalyle1986 says:
    April 4, 2014 at 12:47

    Hi Sue, I’ve been following your blog for a while now and your posts really strike me. I love what you’re doing here. Therefore, I have decided to nominate you for the Versatile Blogger Award. Now, I’m not sure if you accept these awards. To be honest, it looks like you might have quite a few awards fly your way, so I won’t be offended if you don’t pass it on etc… but if you do want to, please click on the link -> http://insidethelifeofmoi.wordpress.com/2014/04/04/versatile-blogger-award/ …Oh and congrats! 🙂 Keep up the great blog!

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  64. navigator1965 says:
    April 7, 2014 at 16:42

    Thanks for dropping by my place earlier, Sue. You are immersed in a topic into which I must delve in the not too distant future.

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  65. meticulousmick says:
    April 23, 2014 at 12:21

    Glad to know I am not the only one with a mad dog 🐶. Thank you so much for the follow Sue, I see you liked the Tamar Otters, a place well worth going. It’s amazing what can happen with disastrous events and, while not easy, I am glad that the final outcome is a positive change. I have learn’t a lot from my own sister’s death, for the better. MM 🍀

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    • Sue Vincent says:
      April 23, 2014 at 12:27

      I haven’t seen an otter in the wild for so many years, Mick, I couldn’t resist the shots! Or the dog…

      My son is fond of quoting Newton.. always an equal and opposite reaction, so that where things get very bad, there is always the possibility of great good… even if we can’t see it. he has a point. 🙂

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  66. Éilis Niamh says:
    July 30, 2014 at 02:57

    Hi Sue, I was just over at BART Station Bard’s blog, and saw you liked her post. What a small world! She and I are in the same OBOD seed group in California. We’re very good friends. Do you also know her in person or happen to stumble on her blog? We’re all connected for sure! 🙂

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  67. utahrob says:
    October 27, 2014 at 14:25

    Thanks for the like on the Sheba story. 🙂

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  68. Noelle Granger says:
    October 30, 2014 at 21:40

    Sue, we have many sister bloggers in common and I am happy to have discovered yours. You are quite a remarkable person, and i love that you are a painter. One of my best friends is a water colorist who lives in California. I have learned a lot about art from her.

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    • Sue Vincent says:
      October 30, 2014 at 21:46

      Hi Noelle,
      Yes, I found your site through some of those sisters.
      I paint, when I can… not so much these days unfortunately as time is too limited, but when I can.It is something I love and learn from every time I pick up a brush.
      Nice to meet you, Noelle.

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  69. New Bloggy Cat says:
    December 16, 2014 at 03:05

    I just love the photo of your dog! ٩(˘◡˘)۶

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  70. Mary says:
    January 11, 2015 at 21:54

    Nice to meet you Sue – thank you for visiting my blog. Looking forward to spending time on your blog.

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  71. A.M. Simpson says:
    January 27, 2015 at 08:39

    Thanks for stopping by. Your blog looks great. 🙂

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  72. Vashti Quiroz-Vega says:
    February 12, 2015 at 19:40

    Hello Sue! It’s nice to meet you. I came across your blog’s link on Hugh’s Views & News and thought I’d check out your site. I am now following you and look forward to your posts. 😀

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  73. TanGental says:
    February 16, 2015 at 18:01

    thank you for the follow Sue

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  74. Steve says:
    March 22, 2015 at 23:27

    Thanks for coming in to see me at Steve Says. Come again, stay a while – have a drink even. Happy blogging! Steve…

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  75. Baja Moto Quest! says:
    March 24, 2015 at 01:00

    I so glad to have stumbled onto your excellent blog. When I get back off the road I plan to spend more time catching up on your posts! Warm regards.

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  76. annabellefranklinauthor says:
    April 12, 2015 at 16:25

    Just taken another look around your fascinating blog and discovered we have something in common – I too am owned by a dog, who has taken over my blog! 😀 Your Small Dog book is on my reading list.

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  77. Éilis Niamh says:
    May 10, 2015 at 23:39

    I nominated you for a freestyle writing blog challenge. It’s fun, and maybe, unlike me, yours will be super interesting too! https://thesoundofwhathappens.wordpress.com/2015/05/10/free-style-writing-challenge/

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  78. Merry Hearts Medicine says:
    May 25, 2015 at 22:15

    Thank you for liking my photography post about mammoth mushrooms. You have some great photos on your site. Have a nice day!

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  79. Al The Author says:
    May 29, 2015 at 14:37

    Hi Sue. Just stopping by to say thanks for the follow. I really loved your post about your walk with your son in the bluebell woods. Magical and uplifting. Here’s to more magical moments! 🙂

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  80. In My Cluttered Attic says:
    May 30, 2015 at 16:31

    Hi Sue, whenever anyone decides to follow my blog I always go to see their blog. Fortunately, no one, as yet, has ever bolted their doors to their blog, despite this possible intrusion by me. I usually take this to mean, that I can take away whatever I want. What I take away from your blog, is an experienced writer and artist who is still growing. This all suggest to me, that it’s not too late for someone like me to improve. Thank you Sue, for looking in my Attic cluttered as it may be. I am always pleased when I see someone found my writing worth pressing the like button on. I’m even more excited when I notice they decided to roll the dice, and follow my incoherent ramblings, maybe in spite of their inner voice saying something like, “Don’t go there girlfriend” especially if they happen to be a guy. Your bravery has been duly noted, and I will do my best to make you laugh. However, in the event I fail in this attempt, I can’t offer you a money back guarantee, but my blog is not worth much anyway. I am delighted to have you as one of my followers, which is saying something when you consider, I have no idea where this is going.:O)

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  81. ginnietom says:
    June 1, 2015 at 16:48

    amazing blog…dear Sue…thanks 4 following & stopping by…
    Werner

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  82. Jean M. Cogdell says:
    June 6, 2015 at 20:28

    I’m so glad you found my blog, thanks for following Jean’s Writing.

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  83. Annika Perry says:
    June 7, 2015 at 20:03

    Wow! What an amazing life so far and cannot imagine the fear and agony y must have gone through when your son was attacked and so seriously injured. Absolutely brilliant that he recovered and I will take a look at your earlier posts to follow the story. Feel uplifted just reading your about.

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    • Sue Vincent says:
      June 7, 2015 at 20:07

      My son is doing miraculously well.. and I use that term in full. He was not expected to live, let alone recover. It was a bad time, but he wouldn’t now change a thing… he has found an awareness and joy in life that he lacked before. The stubborn Yorkshire genes come in handy 🙂

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      • Annika Perry says:
        June 7, 2015 at 20:14

        Yes, true Yorkshire grit is something else! Life can be so very odd, from the darkest moments new directions and paths in life are found that we never knew and which often you would never change. So happy to hear he is so well.

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  84. Annika Perry says:
    June 9, 2015 at 13:08

    Hi Sue, Just to let you know I have nominated you to take part in the 5 photos – 5 day challenge. Please take a look at https://annikaperry.wordpress.com but no pressure at all as I realise it can be quite a commitment.

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  85. Annika Perry says:
    June 9, 2015 at 15:54

    I had a feeling you had done this challenge but couldn’t find any looking through some of your posts. I suppose it comes to a stage when they come round again:-)

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  86. Darren Scanlon says:
    June 19, 2015 at 16:58

    I have nominated you for the Brotherhood Of The World Bloggers Award, Sue. 😊

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  87. cornfedcontessa says:
    June 26, 2015 at 01:45

    Thanks for the follow! I love the photo of your dog!

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  88. yarnspinnerr says:
    July 22, 2015 at 16:12

    Thanks for the visit.

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  89. johnclamans says:
    August 12, 2015 at 19:42

    Hi there, cool blog! Thanks for connecting. I’m looking forward to interacting with you!
    Best regards, John 🙂

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  90. beetleypete says:
    August 19, 2015 at 20:02

    Thanks for the follow. Loving the red hair!
    Good luck with all that you do, and want to do.
    Best wishes, Pete.

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  91. pensitivity101 says:
    September 15, 2015 at 13:32

    Love the dog shot! Looks a bit like our Maggie.
    Thanks for the follow. Welcome aboard.

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  92. joey says:
    September 25, 2015 at 13:12

    Pleasure to meet you, thanks for the follow 🙂
    That picture of your mad dog is priceless!

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  93. NJ says:
    October 10, 2015 at 18:28

    You seem to be doing so many things 🙂 It was wonderful reading about you 🙂 Happily following you 🙂

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  94. YesterdayAfter says:
    October 31, 2015 at 22:53

    Hi Sue I am here today to announce that YOU are the Featured of the week on my Blog event! I am very happy to have you there! Here is the link to the post have a wonderful day and give a big hug to Nick for me!
    http://yesterdayafter.com/2015/10/31/and-featured-is-10/

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  95. thomassutcliffe says:
    November 11, 2015 at 10:59

    Thank you for not only reading one of my series of posts about Heritage Open Day in Kings Lynn but also hitting that like button!

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  96. Patrick Jones says:
    November 18, 2015 at 20:32

    Hi Sue! I have nominated you for the One Lovely Blog Award at http://thelindenchronicles.com/2015/11/18/one-lovely-blog-award-thank-you/ Thanks for your friendship!!

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  97. ghostmmnc says:
    December 13, 2015 at 17:39

    Thank you so much for the follow, Sue! Hope your Sunday has been lovely 🙂

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  98. Léa says:
    December 27, 2015 at 06:59

    Sue, I can only imagine what you went through when your son was attacked. Perhaps I imagine a bit better than most having lost a daughter. They are so interwoven into our lives. Though she has been gone many years, she is always with me.
    Now I must take umbrage, there is no such thing as too many books, I keep telling my kids that and they roll their eyes at me, “Yes, mom”.
    Thank you for visiting one of my blogs.

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  99. Miriam says:
    January 12, 2016 at 10:03

    So happy to have found you Sue. Lovely to read your blog and I look forward to exploring more and following you on your life journey. Best wishes from Australia.

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  100. cmblackwood says:
    February 1, 2016 at 21:20

    Thank you for the follow, Sue! Just dropping by to check out your awesome blog. (Glad I did.) 🙂

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  101. Sheila M. Good, Author says:
    February 10, 2016 at 13:41

    Echo, What a lovely name and I love your tag line. Wanted to drop by and say thank you for stopping by the Cow Pasture. Welcome to the fence jumpers. @sheilagood at Cow Pasture Chronicles

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  102. TanGental says:
    March 15, 2016 at 21:34

    WordPress ate my follow! But I’m back…

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  103. quiall says:
    March 25, 2016 at 11:35

    Thank you so much for following me Sue. I hope your visits are enjoyable.

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  104. goannasnake says:
    March 26, 2016 at 07:50

    Hi Sue. Thanks for visiting and following Flying Goannas. I hope you enjoy our travels.

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  105. Napoleon Nalcot says:
    April 13, 2016 at 00:38

    I agree on what you had said: “It is not the path that one walks that matters, but how one chooses to walk it.”

    Your writings captivated me. Reading through some of your deeper posts has been a wonderful experience for me. I knew, deep down, I’m waking up to the Consciousness of Self your words allowed with such a unique impact upon me.

    I became one with nature and nature has become what I would like it to be. It’s to feel like forever in as much as myself gotten caught in the endless trap of sweet surrender. I would be here for as long as what captivates me. But the sight belongs to the heart that feels.

    I would be here to greet each day with a smile in my heart and the night, with thanksgiving and prayers. I’m here to give love, to care. I should be here for the best that I can be.

    I felt like I was returning to Forever. Forever in a way that days and nights are, indeed, the means that preserve the here and now. The traveler on the road knows where he is heading.

    And, like a true pilgrim, the Shrine lies where he can’t see it because he was still far away from his destination. He only feels it in the heart from a distance.

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  106. geoch1 says:
    June 4, 2016 at 21:47

    Hi Sue!
    Nice blog…and especially easy going and with also short posts!
    If you are interested in Switzerland…(where the hell is it?)…please visit my poor blog about this small country seen by a foreigner.
    I am following you now!
    All the best!

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  107. C thehappymeerkat says:
    July 3, 2016 at 16:04

    Hi, I came here through a reblog of your brown bears post. I look forward to reading much more and lovely shot of your dog 🙂

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    • Sue Vincent says:
      July 3, 2016 at 16:54

      Hi, thank you for coming over 🙂 The bears really got to me. Mind, so did some of the others…
      The dog, unfortunately, is a camera hog with the demands of a prima donna since she started getting her own fans. She now owns the sofa and rules me with big brown eyes… 😉

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  108. Bernadette says:
    July 13, 2016 at 11:50

    You have an interesting story and a unique voice. Looking forward to getting to know you better. I run a Salon at my web site on Wednesdays (www.HaddonMusings.com). Take a look and see if it might be something you would be interested in participating in.

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  109. jlfatgcs says:
    July 31, 2016 at 16:51

    Nice to meet you, Sue, and read your wonderful blog. -Jennie-

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  110. Sophia's Children says:
    September 20, 2016 at 18:59

    Thanks for stopping by and following my musings at Sophia’s Children, Sue. I’m delighted to find your lovely space here in the blog-o-sphere as well, and look forward to perusing. Blessings, Jamie

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  111. Robert Matthew Goldstein says:
    November 24, 2016 at 01:05

    I’ve nominated you for the Treasure Trove Award.

    You don’t have to do a thing.

    Nothing.

    If you want to you can copy the award from
    my page and use it as an opportunity to
    to thank some of bloggers who follow your
    blog –or not.

    Danica at Living a Beautiful Life made the
    Award.

    It’s my way of saying Thank you for your
    support of Art by Rob Goldstein.

    To find out more click here. http://wp.me/p47Ymh-5rA

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  112. Andy Smart says:
    December 11, 2016 at 14:11

    Hiya Sue > Phew that’s a really interesting bio. Just wondering what the Servants of the Light is all about though. Followed Nick’s blog. He’s a really talented writer

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    • Sue Vincent says:
      December 11, 2016 at 14:15

      Hi Andy,
      The Servants of the Light is a school in the western Mystery Tradition, whith whom I trained. These days I help run the Silent Eye with two others who trained with SOL.
      The simple fact that Nick can write at all is a bit of a miracle after what he has been through. He’s just gearing up for a bit of an adventure at present…which doubtless he will share 🙂

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      • Andy Smart says:
        December 11, 2016 at 14:17

        I guess Nicks story changed everyone’s life in your family. Maybe life has a more special meaning for you. I hope to break into fictional writing soon. I need to get the next travelogue out of the way first. Any tips you could give would be awesome.

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        • Sue Vincent says:
          December 11, 2016 at 14:21

          It did, Andy. Some ‘fell by the wayside’, others drew strength and understanding…and for Nick it pressed a reset button that brought life to life.
          I’m enjoying the travelogues… especially the Tibetan leg of the journeys that I have read so far.
          I doubt I’m qualified to give any tips on writing fiction…other than listening to your characters who’ll tell you the story anyway 🙂
          You would be most welcome to come over for a guest post at any time though…every bit of platform building helps 🙂

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          • Andy Smart says:
            December 11, 2016 at 14:25

            Its really nice knowing someone is enjoying the journey. I initially did the YouTube for my family as a super loved relative passed away in June and I wanted to let them all know what I was doing and I was ok. It turned out that I couldnt post anything anywhere due to limited Wifi so I’m having to catch up now. Would love to do a guest post though you’d have to let me know what I would have to do. I promise I’ll be well behaved LOL. Ps R U in Brighton as I used to live down that way > commuted the hellish road to Chichester from Brighton every day blaaaagh!

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  113. Fragments of Light says:
    January 8, 2017 at 20:36

    I just wanted to thank you for so faithfully following my blog and for taking the time to encourage me. I appreciate you!!

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  114. the dune mouse (CybeleMoon) says:
    January 9, 2017 at 17:51

    I’ve seen your name in posts on other blogs I follow and I wonder why I never fully checked you out!! I’m a tad lazy blogger!! Wonderful bio and pleased to meet you!

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  115. oldsunbird says:
    January 26, 2017 at 05:41

    I’m so happy for you that your son survived. There is no worse experience than to lose one’s child. I will have to explore your site. I would love to read your poetry. I write poetry too.

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  116. willowdot21 says:
    April 7, 2017 at 10:33

    Hi Sue I have nominated you for Song Challenge (Music That Means Something)
    The rules are:
    Post a song a day for five consecutive days.
    Post what the lyrics mean to you. (Optional)
    Post the name of the song and video.
    Nominate 1 or 2 bloggers each day of the challenge.
    willow xx
    Ps no pressure if you don’t want to

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  117. Book Club Mom says:
    May 7, 2017 at 12:15

    So nice to find your blog – Your banner photo reminds me a little of where I live in the U.S!

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  118. Chuck says:
    June 10, 2017 at 20:36

    Congratulations Sue, I just saw you won Best Overall Blogger at the 2017 Annual Blogger Bash

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  119. vinnieh says:
    August 15, 2017 at 17:20

    I’m hooked on your blog. Consider me a fan.

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  120. thereluctantpoet says:
    September 22, 2017 at 11:33

    Loved this post! You are a Whirlwind? Ha! So happy your son made is through that harrowing experience! Things like that change you and those around you too, don’t they?

    I am so please to read your poetry! It is so lovely and inspiring! I shall share more on your contact page.
    Chuck

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  121. transcribingmemory says:
    September 23, 2017 at 20:21

    I’m completely drawn in, I can’t wait to follow!

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  122. D. Wallace Peach says:
    November 5, 2017 at 14:46

    I can’t believe I’ve never visited this page! What a beautiful introduction to you as an artist, person, and spirit. 🙂

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  123. Fragments of Light says:
    January 15, 2018 at 17:33

    Sue, can’t believe I haven’t stumbled across this page before. I appreciate greatly the overview into your life story! I absolutely love this phrase you wrote, “a landscape where myths and legends were woven into the stones”. So grateful our journeys have crossed.

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  124. shellyfaber says:
    April 9, 2018 at 15:08

    Thank you so much for reading, and liking my work Sue. I’m loving your magic!

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  125. shellyfaber says:
    July 7, 2018 at 01:46

    Flattered that you’ve read, and followed me. I’m Fascinated … here!

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  126. Na'ama Yehuda says:
    May 25, 2019 at 19:30

    Sue, would you please check the link to Nick’s blog? It opened something odd and decidedly NOT your son’s blog for me … 😉

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  127. Laura Denise says:
    December 11, 2019 at 12:17

    “…until I found the confidence to paint what I saw in the colours that sing to me.” ❤ ❤ ❤

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  128. kirkspencer0444@gmail.com says:
    December 22, 2019 at 13:44

    Love your poetry. I have tried to write poetry but with little luck. Instead I wrote a book about my loss of my baby girl.
    I helped me remember the story, and several others as well.

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  129. forgottenmeadows says:
    June 12, 2020 at 17:51

    Congratulations on being chosen as part of my favorite blogs – around the world edition. You can find the post here: https://forgottenmeadows.wordpress.com/2020/06/11/favorite-blogs-around-the-world-edition-2020/

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  130. TheArtist_JayMoraShihadeh says:
    August 25, 2020 at 17:54

    What an interesting life’s journey you’ve had. So sorry to read that about your son, that is tragic. Grief spurs many to express through art. I am so glad to have met a fellow Poet and Painter as well.

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  131. Bryan Moreton says:
    March 5, 2021 at 00:25

    Hi my name is Bryan I am very interested in your work. I have been seeing a lot of angel numbers and feathers. I believe in positive thinking and way of life. Can you recommend some of your books

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  132. Emma, West Sussex says:
    March 22, 2021 at 09:36

    Such a fascinating, and inspiring blog, Sue.
    Thank you for your positivity.

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