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Merry Christmas

May the joy of togetherness fill your heart with wonder, and the laughter of loved ones light your day with delight. May the dreams you hold dear find their way to your world, wrapped in the warmth of this cherished season. As you bask in the warmth of this special day May the spirit of […]

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More anticipation

Children eagerly await Christmas is tomorrow, and they look forward to new experiences and milestones. As seniors, we can learn from this sense of anticipation and apply it to our own lives. Instead of focusing solely on the past or dwelling on what’s been lost, we can look to the future with hope and excitement. […]

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Anticipation

This time of year is brimming with anticipation, seen most vividly through a child’s eyes. It’s the kind of excitement that makes their whole being buzz—the anticipation of Christmas Day, with presents under the tree calling out to be unwrapped. The waiting is almost unbearable, no matter what age you are. As adults, and especially […]

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Home is where the heart is.

 For many of us, a home is more than just a building; it’s a living scrapbook of our lives. It’s where we’ve shared laughter, faced challenges, celebrated milestones, and found peace in moments of solitude. As we take a moment to pause and reflect moving closer to Christmas day,  I’d like to ask you to […]

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The Solstice

 I live in the Northern Hemisphere and my daughter and her family live in the Southern Hemisphere. So our winter solstice, the 21st of December is her summer solstice. This day is a significant date in both hemispheres, as it marks the solstice, but its meaning and experience differ depending on whether you are in […]

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The road ahead is full…

I came across this quote by  Muriel Rukeyser  “All the poems of our lives are not yet made”. When we retire, some of us want to continue to write the poems of our lives, but others only want to read the poems they have already written. Retirement is a time of reflection and renewal, a chance […]

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An optimistic future?

 Xmas is coming the goose is getting fat,  Time to put a penny in the old man’s hat.  If you haven’t got a penny a ha’penny will do,  If you haven’t got a ha’penny then God bless you! Are you happy?  It appears that as we age, we become more optimistic and happy according to […]

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A Christmas Turning

In times of trial, we summon our might, Seeking the spark in the depths of the night.Memories rise like a soft, glowing flame,Whispering strength as they call out our name. Each resource, each image, forgotten but near,Leaps to our side, casting shadows of fear.This is the luck born of time well-prepared,A fullness of self from […]

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The future is not set in stone

 This is a time when forgiveness, love, and hope shine brightest, even amidst the challenges and uncertainties that life may bring. For many, it is a season filled with high expectations for the future, and while it can be joyful, it can also feel heavy for those who see only darkness ahead. Yet, this season […]

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The future is not set in stone

 This is a time when forgiveness, love, and hope shine brightest, even amidst the challenges and uncertainties that life may bring. For many, it is a season filled with high expectations for the future, and while it can be joyful, it can also feel heavy for those who see only darkness ahead. Yet, this season […]

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