Over-expecting

It's been a while (again) since I last wrote. I've been away (again). After all, Leonardo da Vinci said,' Every now and then go away, have a little relaxation, for when you come back to your work your judgment will be surer'. I've merely dropped the 'every'. My mum once said to me that she … Continue reading Over-expecting →

Breaking things – taking time off and away

I haven’t posted since the 4th January, as I’ve been on a break. You probably haven't even noticed! Yet for many bloggers, this would be a serious no-no. You have, they chime, to keep posting ‘every day’ or ‘at least once a week’. Your blogs have to be a certain length, or include a number … Continue reading Breaking things – taking time off and away →

Patience – part two

The second patience is the one you and I grapple with. The very same patience that allowed me to write and you to (I hope) read the whole of the last story without feeling the need to go and do something else, or be more productive. Although I forgive you, of course, if you think … Continue reading Patience – part two →

Introducing Patience and patience – part 1

This autumn, I met Patience twice. And I suspect that you’ll need some patience to get through this article, which for the purposes of yours, I’ll split into two parts, especially as the first is a simple story of slapstick insignificance. Patience 1 The first Patience is my wonderful friend Tara’s (of Wildfitness fame) housekeeper … Continue reading Introducing Patience and patience – part 1 →

Now is the time – Hafiz

Here's a great poem I read this week by Hafiz about taking time and trusting yourself. I'm flying back to the UK tonight, I'll write more from the other side - Simpletom! ___ Now is the time to know That all you do is sacred Now, why not consider A lasting truce with yourself and … Continue reading Now is the time – Hafiz →