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Word of the day: "lands" - when mountains appear as silouhettes

Fri, 27/10/2017 - 11:58am — Carol

Word of the day: "landskein" - the weaving & braiding of horizon lines, often seen most clearly on hazy days in hill country

The #FREE #knitting pattern for the #EUbeanie + #pussyhat

Fri, 27/10/2017 - 10:58am — Carol

Word of the day: "chime" - collective noun for wrens; the wren is also known as "druid" (Welsh), "little king" (Dutch) & "jenny"

Thu, 28/09/2017 - 10:06am — Carol

Word of the day: "chime" - collective noun for wrens; the wren is also
known as "druid" (Welsh), "little king" (Dutch) & "jenny" (English).

Torschlusspanik - options are narrowing, that the boat is leaving

Thu, 27/07/2017 - 9:41am — Carol

The ever-useful German word 'Torschlusspanik': the feeling that the
options are narrowing, that the boat is leaving, that you're too old.

Brexit | Hard to take issue with a single word of the first Evening Standard editorial under its new editor, George Osborne

Wed, 03/05/2017 - 9:32am — Carol

The question about our membership of the EU was,
however, the only question the British people were asked.
They were not asked about erecting trade barriers with key
export markets, ending collaboration on European science
or ceasing to co-operate with key neighbours on security
issues. British taxpayers were not asked to provide ongoing
subsidies to farmers, or about intervening in free markets to
support failing companies. On immigration, the public
clearly has concerns - but, as our exclusive poll today
shows, the public wants Britain to remain (as it always has
been) a destination for people across Europe who bring
their skills and work ethic to support our economy and
contribute to our society. The British people don’t want
clumsy immigration controls to contribute to the rising
prices we are already seeing as a result of Brexit. British
businesses want reassurance that they will continue to be
able to hire the right people to do the right jobs. Given these
competing pressures, it is not surprising our poll today
shows the public remains to be convinced that the
Government can meet its pledge to reduce immigration

Word(s) of the day: "zawn" - wave-smashed cleft or chasm in a sea-cliff (from Cornish sâwn/sawan)

Thu, 02/03/2017 - 12:00am — Carol

Please use your power to protect others today if you can do so safely - What to do if you are witnessing harassment

Mon, 21/11/2016 - 4:34pm — Carol

When I wander | Dementia: The Journey Ahead

Thu, 20/10/2016 - 8:31am — Carol

When I wander
don’t tell me to come and sit down.
Wander with me.
It may be because I am hungry, thirsty, need the toilet.
Or maybe I just need to stretch my legs.

When I call for my mother
(even though I’m ninety!)
don’t tell me she has died.
Reassure me, cuddle me, ask me about her.
It may be that I am looking for the security
that my mother once gave me.

When I shout out
please don’t ask me to be quiet…or walk by.
I am trying to tell you something,
but have difficulty in telling you what.
Be patient. Try to find out.
I may be in pain.

When I become agitated or appear angry,
please don’t reach for the drugs first.
I am trying to tell you something.
It may be too hot, too bright, too noisy.
Or maybe it’s because I miss my loved ones.
Try to find out first.

Don't look for the flaws as you go through life

Mon, 10/10/2016 - 3:12pm — Carol
AS YOU GO THROUGH LIFE

Don't look for the flaws as you go through life;

   And even when you find them,

It is wise and kind to be somewhat blind

   And look for the virtue behind them.

For the cloudiest night has a hint of light

   Somewhere in its shadows hiding;

It is better by far to hunt for a star,

   Than the spots on the sun abiding.

The current of life runs ever away

   To the bosom of God's great ocean.

Don't set your force 'gainst the river's course

   And think to alter its motion.

Don't waste a curse on the universe--

   Remember it lived before you.

Don't butt at the storm with your puny form,

   But bend and let it go o'er you.