Tag Archives: lessons

Words matter

Posted on January 5, 2023 by Sue Vincent

Words matter to us. Those that are said, those that are not said. The precision of a phrase, the use of one word rather than another can make all the difference to how we feel about something or someone. Often … Continue reading →

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Mannequins and memories

Posted on May 15, 2020 by Sue Vincent

I opened the tool drawer and pulled out the hammer. The dog took one look and did a runner, hiding under the desk with a mixture of laughter and wariness in her eyes. This, I thought, was rather unfair… I … Continue reading →

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On the doorstep…

Posted on March 26, 2019 by Sue Vincent

Have you ever laid in the dew damp grass of morning and watched the petals of a daisy unfold, purest white, lifting its heart to the sun? Or seen a newborn creature take its first breath, opening its eyes on … Continue reading →

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A parting gift…

Posted on March 6, 2019 by Sue Vincent

I saw the sunrise warm the curves of your body. I have seen you glimmering, damp with sea-spray, and standing on the high moors surrounded by heather. I have felt secure in your embrace, safe from the cares of the … Continue reading →

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Debunking Granny…

Posted on January 11, 2019 by Sue Vincent

It was Barb Taub that started me thinking, with her collection of gems learned over the years. One in particular I recognised and yet, on the five occasions when I have been rushed to hospital in an ambulance, all sirens … Continue reading →

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Mr. Thornber’s Distress ~ Adele #writephoto

Posted on October 3, 2018 by Sue Vincent

After he washed and dried his face, Mr. Thornber walked to the window and looked out. His room afforded him one of the most pleasant views of the grounds. It was another rather agreeable afternoon. The first signs of spring … Continue reading →

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Guest Author – Dianne Noble: A love-affair with India

Posted on December 10, 2016 by Sue Vincent

The first time I visited India I was ten years old, flying back to England with my parents and brothers after a three year tour in Singapore. Our RAF Hermes plane took almost three days, stopping in several countries to … Continue reading →

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Trust

Posted on February 2, 2014 by Sue Vincent

As I may be without internet access for several days I thought I would share a few old posts from the early days of the blog. My apologies to those who may have seen them already. Looking through old poems … Continue reading →

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Frustration

Posted on January 26, 2014 by Sue Vincent

Yesterday found me running errands for my son, a fifty mile round trip to collect something that was supposed to be in stock… and wasn’t. I could have ordered it and had it delivered, but wanted it quickly so I … Continue reading →

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Searching for Being

Posted on January 15, 2014 by Sue Vincent

The Self Detectives: Searching for Being: the quest for Inner Light We are spiritual beings in a material world. It can be difficult to reconcile the two and many questions are asked of how and why. This series of interactive … Continue reading →

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