Staying Sane During the Holidays
Holidays can be a stressful time. Here you can find advice on how to enjoy the special time without becoming too stressed.
Real Life Champions: Saleh
Saleh is, quite simply, a champion. For the several years which have passed since his father died he has been the sole support of his family
Snow White’s Wake-up Moment: A Modern Take
There she lay, apparently asleep, poisoned by an apple, in a glass casket, surrounded by Disney characters in rather silly costumes. Her history must be told.
Forgetting the blues
In this poem, poet Brian Channer describes the process of transformation from depression and perceived suppression to freedom and self reliance.
Confused Procrastinator Looks at Brotherly Love
Nearly two weeks ago now the Labour Party was somewhat rocked by an unexpected outcome to their Leadership Election. Brothers, David and Ed Milliband, were running against eachother when the brother who had been expected to win, David, was overtaken at the last moment by his younger brother, Ed.
Review of the Week
Oh, what a week it’s been! Started it off with a visit to the Ideal Home Exhibition where, despite intending simply to enjoy the spectacle, we bought two wonderful folding bicycles, his bright orange, mine gold. We both love cycling
Surviving the Cheerful Season
At this time each year I find myself feeling under siege. This is not because I am a bad person, because I am antisocial, nor is it because I am downright mean. I just do not view the Festive Season with quite the same relish as do many members of our society.
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Thich Nhat Hanh
“If we are peaceful, if we are happy, we can blossom like a flower, and everyone in our family, our society, will benefit from our peace.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
The End of the World
Well, it seems the world didn’t end. So now what?
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