General Chat

Good morning :-)


The only scooter I am likely to have now is a mobility one I think - but not yet! :-D

I am also trying to think of ways of how I can improve my carbon footprint but with having a dodgy knee, walking far is a challenge.

I remember those virtual trips too Tabitha.....many moons ago now since we planned what we would bring to eat! :-D :-D


Today's Lent Course

Matthew 5.14-16
14 ‘You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 No one after lighting a lamp puts it under the bushel basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.

Jesus describes himself in John’s Gospel as “the light of the world” (8.12). In Matthew 5 he encourages his followers to see themselves in a similar way. The good news of God’s kingdom we have heard is news to be shared, not kept secret or hidden.

How much is witnessing to God’s love for creation part of your own Christian witness? Or that of your local church community? Is it time to make your concern more visible?

As well as adjustments in our own lives, tackling climate change will require governments and businesses to make big changes. Take time to convey your concerns as a citizen, consumer, voter and member of your church.

Let your light shine
Jesus calls us to share his light with the world. Can you suggest ways your family, school or church could take better care of creation?


Cx :-)

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I am sure you would look very dashing on a scooter Cynthia :-D

Your post today immediately brought to mind the Graham Kendrick hymn “Shine, Jesus, Shine”. I do like that hymn but I now can’t get it out of my head.

Our attempts to use the car less haven’t been terribly successful as our bus service has been pared to the bone. When we moved here 6 years ago we had 3 fairly regular buses. Since then one has been discontinued altogether, one is still hourly but has been rerouted so it is much less convenient and the other is now every 2 hours. So the car is a necessity but we try and do our bit by combining several trips where possible. I tell OH where we need to go and he works out the best route round. We also liaise with friends so that where we can we only use one car instead of two or even three.

I am also trying to save water and power by not lingering in the shower which I am inclined to do.

These are all just drops in the ocean I know but I hope that, as the advert says, “Every little helps”.

My thoughts tonight are with health workers everywhere as they take care of our sick and injured and now have the extra hazard of Coronavirus to contend with.

Hello all

Take things slowly and look after yourself Cynthia.

I'm planning to join in the first session of a Lent Course held in my church this evening. I'm not used to going out when it's dark and it is several years since I was able to go to any local Lent Courses, so wish me luck.

Depends on the scooter - Vespa - Mobile hairdryer variety - Harley D - or the little push along ones with your foot to the Electric ones I saw on my way to work today.

Cynthia you and the girls kept me going over some of my darkest days - now we are here for you. I still remember very fondly our virtual trips out.

Take care - its good to eat out occasionally & meet with friends

Good morning :-)


Thank you for all the good wishes......I am trying to take care of myself honestly. Sleep pattern in better but still a bit erratic and my eating is a bit hit and miss too. I am eating out now and then as I hate cooking. Doing work such as this on the computer actually helps me so I am fine with this. :-D



Today's reading :

Isaiah 2.2-5
2 In days to come
the mountain of the Lord’s house
shall be established as the highest of the mountains,
and shall be raised above the hills;
all the nations shall stream to it.
3 Many peoples shall come and say,
‘Come, let us go up to the mountain of the Lord,
to the house of the God of Jacob;
that he may teach us his ways
and that we may walk in his paths.’
For out of Zion shall go forth instruction,
and the word of the Lord from Jerusalem.
4 He shall judge between the nations,
and shall arbitrate for many peoples;
they shall beat their swords into ploughshares,
and their spears into pruning-hooks;
nation shall not lift up sword against nation,
neither shall they learn war any more.
5 O house of Jacob,
come, let us walk
in the light of the Lord!

Light is a powerful symbol of God’s presence in the Bible, providing guidance in the darkness and showing his people the way. In Exodus 13, as the Israelites flee captivity in Egypt, God goes before them in a pillar of fire.

“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path,” declares the psalmist (Psalm 119.105). God’s word illuminates our path, providing us with guidance on how we might walk in God’s light.

However light and sunny it is – or isn’t! – today, make at least one journey on foot.

Longer term, could you make more sustainable travel choices, such as cycling or using public transport?

Walk in the light
Walking or cycling – rather than driving – are good for our health and for the environment. Can you make one extra journey on foot, bike or scooter today?


Now, why does the thought of me on a scooter make me laugh? :-D

Cx :-)

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Cynthia, take time please to think of yourself <3

Thoughts and prayers for those in need x

I think in answer to your question on Monday.

My response would be - to sit down and make/take time to appreciate what is around me, stop rushing around all the time. Make time to contemplate all the wonderful things he has done and count my blessings.

I loved today's reading, its a very long time since I read that. It brought back memories of Bible study evenings and friends no longer here.

Take care Cynthia

Hello all

Cynthia, I hope you're eating to keep yourself well.

Vera, the tumble dryer broke and I've managed so far without one. I do like to peg the clothes on the line.

My effort to conserve energy is to wash clothes on a lower setting in the machine and to turn the heating down one notch. I haven't felt a big difference in either of these things and it's helping to save energy.

Continuing to pray for those whose homes have been devastated by the recent floods in past months.

I really appreciate you continuing to post at such a difficult and busy time Cynthia. Thank you. I hope you are taking a little time to take care of yourself.

Your post today has reminded me not to take our light and power for granted and so I have resolved to make less use of my tumble dryer. As you say, if everyone makes a small reduction it could add up to a big difference.

Thinking today of all who are living with long term pain <3

Good morning :-)


I have a list of things to do. No sooner do I cross something off, then I add more to it. It's strange having an empty chair in the room.

Now for the Lent Course....

Today's reading...

Song of Songs 2.10-13
10 My beloved speaks and says to me:
‘Arise, my love, my fair one,
and come away;
11 for now the winter is past,
the rain is over and gone.
12 The flowers appear on the earth;
the time of singing has come,
and the voice of the turtle-dove
is heard in our land.
13 The fig tree puts forth its figs,
and the vines are in blossom;
they give forth fragrance.
Arise, my love, my fair one,
and come away.

In the northern hemisphere, during Lent, we can look forward to lengthening hours of daylight and signs of spring.

Some of us are particularly sensitive to these changes, but the responses to light in deciduous trees and in birds are even more dramatic. Even for birds in parts of the world where the hours of daylight vary little through the year, a small adjustment of a few minutes is enough to trigger reproductive hormones and begin the breeding cycle.

Today's challenge - We all need light – but we also need to reduce our carbon emissions. Switching to low-energy LED bulbs is a small adjustment that could make a big difference. Make small changes. Little things add up to save a lot of energy. Turn lights off when you leave a room. Turn off chargers once mobile devices are charged.

Cx :-)

Good morning :-)


Today I tackle more paperwork........ :-(


On with the Lent course.....

Genesis 1.1-3
1 In the beginning when God created the heavens and the earth, 2 the earth was a formless void and darkness covered the face of the deep, while a wind from God swept over the face of the waters. 3 Then God said, ‘Let there be light’; and there was light.

The first chapter of Genesis has much to say about the created order and about the place of human beings within it. But first and foremost, it conveys fundamental truths about God. It tells us that God existed before creation, that God alone made everything, and that God is good.


The weekly themes follow those of the days of creation described in Genesis 1. We begin with an essential building-block of all life: light. As well as exploring the significance of light in the Bible, we will explore issues around light and energy facing the world today.

On this first day, God speaks, and light – without which nothing has life – is created. Genesis 1 invites us to hear God’s voice and to see God’s goodness revealed in creation every day.

As you notice light around you today – light from the sun, a lightbulb or a candle – become aware of God’s presence in the world. What does God say to you? Any thoughts? :-)


Cx :-)

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Hello all
I hope to join in the Lent Course held in our church beginning on Wednesday of this week.

I've begun to fill my carrier bag with one item a day during the Lent period and plan to hand this over to our Curate Sarah who manages the local food bank.

After church I went outside and planted some pretty primulas,such a joy to have Gods nature all around.

Continuing to support Cynthia and her family on their bereavement journey in thought and prayer.

Good morning :-)

Trying to catch up with our C. of E. Lent Course......

Lent is a journey towards the cross, where Jesus gives his life to reconcile all people to God. In today’s reading, Paul broadens our understanding of salvation to include all things, not only human beings.

The God who created everything sets out to redeem not only human beings but the whole creation through Jesus, who was there in the beginning (John 1.1), the one through whom and for whom and in whom all things were created.


Spend some time this weekend nurturing something living – planting some seeds, taking care of a pet or feeding the birds – remembering that God made and cares for all things.

Cx :-)

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So, I survived yesterday – of course I did – how could I not survive when surrounded by so many prayers and so much love?

The family and I are deeply grateful for the support given to us over the last couple of weeks and yesterday’s service was a fitting tribute to a man who always strived to do things ‘decently and in order’.

I could probably write reams of pages on how much it has all meant to us and how thankful we are to so many people to make sure that things went according to plan, but naming people can sometimes be a problem and someone may be missed out. I would hate to upset anyone.

To those who were there, those who sent apologies, those who took part, those who were praying for us….simply ‘thank you’.

Cynthia and family.
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Hello all

Ongoing thoughts and prayers for Cynthia and her family following on from the funeral service yesterday

The loss is immeasurable, but so is the love left behind.

Love and hugs to Cynthia and her family and friends xxxx