Magic in the moment
This photo came up on my Facebook memories this morning. I took it at the Fairy Pools at Glen Brittle on the Isle of Skye exactly 5 years...
A wild and mindful life
“I only went out for a walk, and finally concluded to stay out til sundown, for going out, I found, was really going in.” John Muir,...
The Art of Expression
Over the past couple of months I've been exploring creativity. It's something that can be present in life every day, and the difference...
Connecting with Creativity
The theme of creativity has been swirling around in my awareness for several months now. It started as a question which kept popping up:...
My happy bucket list
“How long have you got?” asks Sue, with an affectionate twinkle in her eye. My friend looks back at her with wide eyes and a confused...
Just passing through
Standing here for a moment in one short lifetime In a sacred place where many were laid to rest The space and shelter they were given for...
Choosing happiness
I’m walking along the shores of the River Forth with Lucy (our labradoodle) trotting happily by my side. It’s a beautiful autumn day,...
Happiness and joy in everyday things
"The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it." ~ Thich Nhat Hanh Sitting at a tram stop...
Dark days, and why I go back there sometimes
I’m sitting in a meeting room at work. The minutes are passing by so slowly it feels like time has almost stopped completely. My heart is...
Little pup, big presence
This is Lucy, our new puppy. She came home to live with us a month ago, and has stolen our hearts. And many socks, towels, shoes,...
