Telling stories, we all have a story to tell if not a myriad of them. Jesus used parables to make a point and 2,000 years later we still remember them, from the Good Samaritan to the Prodigal son. This Sunday at St. Margaret’s Church ( 3.0 p.m. ) we have James Skillicorn, a retired teacher, coming … [Read more…]
Derek writes: How are we feeling today after the disappointment of the football. I was pretty flat for a couple of days, Thomas cried for 20 minutes when he saw the highlights on Monday morning. Will I see another final in my lifetime ?, ( I was a toddler in ’66 ). I have now … [Read more…]
Derek writes: How are we all feeling this morning? Yes , Yes , Yes. England have made it to the final. Our 7 year old son Thomas, watched to half time. I look forward to seeing his face when he watches the short highlights on the BBC shortly. Enjoy the day and don’t forget to … [Read more…]
Derek writes: Carnivorous plants and fly catchers. My father who is nearing his 89th birthday is a very keen gardener, hence my passion for this pastime. At a show, some time ago he bought a Sarracenia, commonly known as an insectiverous pitcher plant. ( probably a more accurate term than carnivorous ). He now has … [Read more…]
Derek writes: What a strange year we are experiencing weather wise in 2021. From quite a wet winter, followed by a cold and dry April, Cold & wet May and warm and wet June, but the coldest mid summer on record, I give you the tallest annual weed, in Lindfield at any rate. It is … [Read more…]