/ˈmɪrɑːʒ,mɪˈrɑːʒ/ Noun: mirage 1. An optical illusion caused by atmospheric conditions 2. An unrealistic hope or wish that cannot be achieved Origin - early 19th century: from French se mirer 'be reflected', from Latin mirare 'look at'. (With thanks to the Oxford English Dictionary). Lately, although I have felt that much appears unreal and that … Continue reading Mirage
Category: Thinking
All Is Mended
Last week, on the last day of July, I said goodbye to a dear friend at her funeral service in Southwark Cathedral. The site has been a place of Christian worship since c. 606 AD, when the first church was erected there, and the current building became a cathedral upon the creation of the diocese … Continue reading All Is Mended
The Journey
'It is good to have an end to journey towards, but it is the journey that matters in the end.' Ursula K. Le Guin (2000) The Left Hand of Darkness
Jump!
'When it feels scary to jump, that is exactly when you jump. Otherwise you end up staying in the same place your whole life and that I can't do.' J.C. Chandor, Screenplay - A Most Violent Year (2014)
Ace of Hearts
Indicates the visit of a beloved person. A sign of change in the near future which may bring joy, reassurance and warmth. Spiritual strength is needed to face these upcoming events. On the last day of work before my Easter vacation, I went to check for mail. This was the solitary message, lying in my … Continue reading Ace of Hearts
Sunset on a Good Day
Yesterday was a good day. To be clear, I do see most days that way; I can usually find occasion to smile and moments of gratitude. Unusually, yesterday was aware how good it was, too, and reminded me frequently. Now, it's almost daylight when I leave the house in the morning, telling me Spring is … Continue reading Sunset on a Good Day
Epiphany
Sunset camels ~ Essaouira © Tori Andrews
