I can’t believe I’ve done this. Must be one of the most stupid ways of causing an injury, just as if I were that young lad with a saucepan stuck on my head. Instead it is a case of The Radio Times and my cracked ribs. Continue reading “The Radio Times and my cracked ribs”
Category: family life
Walking around Rhyd-Ddu
We have been walking around Rhyd-Ddu this afternoon, that’s just Rachel and myself. One of the nice things was leaving the car at our little rented cottage and finding this stunning landscape right on our doorstep. Continue reading “Walking around Rhyd-Ddu”
So much to tell you!
So much to tell you, ever so quickly….
Rightnow we are in North Wales, at the foot of Mt Snowdon, having rented a little cottage for a few days. The reason being is Hannah’s birthday today and we wanted to come over to see her. The view above is from the cottage, pretty cool eh? Continue reading “So much to tell you!”
#ExposeChristianSchools
I spotted #ExposeChristianSchools was trending on Twitter a couple of days ago and thought I’d take a look. I think it is mostly American and therefore difficult for me to comment too directly as it’ll be out of context for me. However, it is mostly people tweeting who have gone through some kind of christian education who are fighting against it. To be fair, there are some who are supportive. The above tweet is an example of what people are saying – and clearly the advice for girls to dress modestly or else…. is wholly inappropriate.
We have sent our own daughters through a christian school here in the UK, from preschool (aged 2 or 3) to year 11 (aged 16) so I think I’m able to comment on this. I will try to be balanced as it is a serious subject and I don’t want anyone to misunderstand. Continue reading “#ExposeChristianSchools”
The overwhelming, never ending reckless love of God
We have just had an amazing weekend and the words to the song we sang on Sunday morning sum it up beautifully – the overwhelming, never ending reckless love of God. This is why….. Continue reading “The overwhelming, never ending reckless love of God”
First proper bike ride in 8 months
Today I had an almost magical bike ride with Becky, my eldest daughter. This was the first proper bike ride in 8 months! A couple of days ago I had a slightly shorter trial ride and this was absolutely fine, thereby spurring me on for today’s ride. Continue reading “First proper bike ride in 8 months”
My review of 2018
In thinking ahead to my review 2018, there’s no denying it has been an extraordinary year with many unexpected events and blessings. It is probably easier to break it down month by month and needless to say I’m already looking forward to whatever unfolds in 2019! Continue reading “My review of 2018”