Life in a Moment Sometimes I get glimpses, See things as they really are. The poetry of early mornings reveals a gull silhouetted. Framed for just a moment in the kitchen window that faces east. Black on washed out orange. I can hear the stillness of the moment. A...
The media is full of Covid and with the numbers to back it, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and fearful. Being in this state over a period of time can erode your sense of well-being and affect your mental health. But what can we do when everything seems to be out of...
Tonight is the full moon, sometimes known as hunters moon. All over the world, the full moon has been used as an ancient form of timekeeping with each month’s moon named according to the seasons, weather conditions or traditions. It is also the Celtic Festival of...
Since the equinox, I have been taking time where I can to find the balance and peace in my life despite the pandemic which continues to challenge us all. This is where a poem about a song for peace stemmed from. One beautiful autumn morning I snuck away early heading...
Buying your first ukulele but you don't know what to get? First you need to decide what type of ukulele you want. Most beginners opt for a soprano ukulele but you may also choose a concert ukulele if you would like something bigger. Then it's mostly down to what it...
It’s blackberry time again, autumn is here, but I still have a foot in summer. On Saturday night, I slept out in the garden, snug in my sleeping bag covered with a tarp to keep dry. It was almost full moon and I walked outside to my bed in the silvery light. For the...
