I always feel better when I go outside. There is something about nature that is very soothing and comforting. So today's "hug from spirit" is about connecting with the healing power of nature. If you are like me it can sometimes feel like the things that are good for us need a lot of effort... Continue Reading →
Lessons from nature
When Wordsworth wrote this beautiful poem, I'm guessing he didn't have a dog with him. On a walk yesterday I spotted a single solitary daffodil in the distance. It looked stunning with the sun shining on its vibrant yellow petals so I went over to investigate. My dog followed but suddenly, and out of nowhere,... Continue Reading →
Map of life
Shakespeare said, "the course of true love never did run smooth". But the same could be said about life. It's never plain sailing. We can be bobbing along in our boat down the stream of life. The sun's out and everything feels great. Then all of a sudden along comes a storm, threatening to capsize... Continue Reading →
A life manual
Wouldn't it be great if the answers to life were in the back of a book, just like Charlie Brown ponders in this quote. Or would it? I recently got interested in Sudoku puzzles. I've been finding them quite relaxing and a way to unwind, taking my mind off what's gone on during the day.... Continue Reading →
Life roles
Have you ever watched one of those quiz shows on TV where the host welcomes the contestants and starts off by asking the question, "who are you?". There's a popular quiz where I live that always airs at the perfect time; just as I'm sitting down to eat after work. It's a bit of much... Continue Reading →