This piece is raw and unedited. It was written straight from the heart. Truth And Love When I was a little girl, we had a black "houseboy" called John who cried when we left our home in Natal, to go to Cape Town. He had been my closest ally and loved us all … Continue reading Truth And Love
Life Skills
We Can Wrap Ourselves
"We can wrap ourselves in torment when we think the wrong thoughts, or free our minds for peace." ♡ In mindfulness, Holly x
A Poem To A Young Man Entering The Army
A Poem To A Young Man Entering The Army In South Africa Brother, for years we were told, But never really believed, That one day you, too, would have to join The long, frightened queue Of young men, new recruits of the Defence Force. The Organisation, so powerfully strong, Snatching, from our arms, … Continue reading A Poem To A Young Man Entering The Army
Treats And Truths Of Country Living
Our peaches are ripening! The bumblebees, and a little hand pollinating by feather, have done the trick. An exciting time in the rickety greenhouse on our organic acre in Berwickshire, UK. These are the treats of country living that are hard to beat, a blessing so much appreciated, especially when one pays such a high … Continue reading Treats And Truths Of Country Living
Forgiveness Is Key
On Forgiveness, in life generally and from a Christian perspective ... Forgiveness is the starting point of any type of success, and is necessary every hour, every day. Forgiveness is one of the driving factors that prevent childishness, tantrums, delays, excuses, the laying of blame ... and all other forms of behaviour … Continue reading Forgiveness Is Key
On Being Blocked On Your Path
The devil will attack you in the areas of your greatest anointing. Be mindful of where the negativity is coming from and fight it off. Don't give the demon more attention than it deserves, and don't allow it to continue to take air space. Negativity feeds on attention of any kind. Starve it. Mindfully … Continue reading On Being Blocked On Your Path
Thoughts on Teamwork & Leadership
A team / group of people cope best in difficulty, when they fully understand the objective that they are working towards. A leader of a group has to lead ~ he or she cannot simply show up. When there is a clearly outlined objective, it makes moving forward a possibility. No success was ever achieved … Continue reading Thoughts on Teamwork & Leadership
Being Busy
We are now all mini satellite offices, carrying our Reception Desks and Admin Departments in our hands, pockets, handbags ... "Think of the ant ..." Now consider the eagle. "A bee is praised, a mosquito is swatted ..." Open eyes and see what's going on, really. Balanced views are critical to sustainable success. ❤ Holly … Continue reading Being Busy
The Holly Tree Tales 