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Is it really asking too much? (Rant Alert)
I seem to be asking this more often these days, to myself of course because I’m not deluded enough to think this question would actually be heard or responded to! Here are a few examples which have been going round my head over the past few days. Is it really asking too much to be…
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I don’t think I’m cut out for this
I think I’m designed for the country but I’m stuck in a town and some days it suffocates me. All I want is to hear natural sounds, smell the air around me as it should be. I love nothing more than being in the garden listening – it’s a whole different world and I yearn…
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Just Give Me Peace
I’m in the sunshine Finally. Surrounded by the daily battles of all my feathered friends. The sparrows fight for food, the crows squawk their daily news, the seagulls add to the natural orchestra. Just enjoying the peace. Then the music starts, the lawn mowers and that loud car that needs to be revved more than…
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Good News
I didn’t dare hope – could this really be true? Seems we are the last to hear. You. Are. Gone. Everyone knew but us but I don’t care. You are gone. My shoulders feel lighter, my spirit feels higher and I’ve never slept better – all because you are gone. I don’t hear your shouting,…
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Dear Neighbour
Your dogs are barking loud today, like they always do. Should I pretend that it’s ok, like you expect me to? And when I see the blood trail, should I just look away? “Don’t worry, no need for a vet – that’s just how they play”. And so, don’t be offended, but I think I’ll…
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The View From My Kitchen Window
I always see the plants first. The strawberries in the old wellington boot, The herbs swaying in the wind. Checking every day to see if a new flower has emerged yet. Then I see the bird house, And welcome my feathered visitors whatever the weather. Summer brings raspberries, Lining along the shed majestically. Winter shows…
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