My World My world, this is my world - It is all mine when I feel it is. I have the power in me To create, to make it beautiful. I can love and give of my heart, I can make myself and others happy. I can share, I can explore and Invent the cures … Continue reading My World – A Poem
Inspiration
New Hope – A Poem
New Hope Star of David, there you stood Behind your cross made of wood. When you looked down into my eyes The love I saw was a huge surprise. Just when I was feeling low, I had no hope, no place to go, You stepped in and took my hand; You showed me heaven, … Continue reading New Hope – A Poem
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
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
The Gift Of A Mandela Book
As I glanced up to the top shelf, a book almost spoke to me to lift it down and open it ... this book ... "Mandela. My Prisoner, My Friend". I obeyed.
A Little Note On Strength
People often mistake strength for courage, loyalty and perseverance. How often have we called someone 'strong', without ever knowing how many tears they've shed, how often they have had to grit their teeth and smile and take another little step despite the waves, how much they are hurting behind their determination to keep their heads … Continue reading A Little Note On Strength
The Holly Tree Tales 