Have you ever woken up with a proper heavy weight on your chest. A feeling, like God’s lookin’ down a bit disappointed, it is a tough one, it really is. Many of us who follow Jesus know that feeling, so you’re not on your own there, mind. It’s a horrible twisty knot in your stomach, […]
Kindness: The Unexpected Act of Defiance Today
“In a world that often feels fractured and fuelled by outrage, what if the most radical act we could commit is simply being kind?” The New Rebellion: Choosing Kindness in a Critical World We’re quick to critique, to point fingers, to amplify negativity. But what if we flipped the script? What if radicalism today looked […]
Who gives a crap
This post is about taking a common, perhaps slightly coarse phrase like “who gives a crap?” and elevating it to a fundamental question about purpose, meaning, and what truly matters in life. Reframing “Giving a Crap”: Instead of dismissal, we can see it as asking: “What holds genuine value for me? What am I willing […]
Stuck in Time? Jesus Offers More
Alright, let’s talk about Taylor Swift’s “right where you left me,” and how it can relate to our lives, especially in light of our faith. Have you ever felt completely stuck? Like time has frozen, and you’re trapped in a moment of pain or disappointment? Taylor Swift’s “right where you left me” perfectly captures that […]
Life Haiku
Cornwall’s green embrace, Rosie’s engine softly hums, Storm’s paws touch the sand.
You’re a Brick
This post is for my wife Anna, and daughters Abi and Mia. Quite often I will turn to them and say, “You’re a brick.” This is my attempt to explain to them the meaning, origin, and why I think they are bricks! Let’s get into it. The term “You’re a brick” is a British English […]
You can take the man out of the boy…
“You can take the man out of the boy, but you can’t take the boy out of the man.” It’s a cliché, sure, but like many clichés, it holds a nugget of truth. We carry our childhoods with us, tucked away in the corners of our minds, influencing our actions and reactions in ways we […]
Is the Banana a herb or a fruit?
This is all about botanical classification! Why the banana plant is a herb In botany, a “herb” is defined as a plant that doesn’t develop a woody stem (like a tree). Instead, it has a soft, green stem. Banana plants have a “pseudostem” made of tightly packed leaf sheaths, which looks like a trunk but […]
Rosie the Morris Minor
Slogan Ideas Short & Sweet Rosie: Classic charm, modern adventures.Rosie: Driving smiles for miles.Rosie: Simply iconic. Highlighting Nostalgia Rosie: A touch of yesterday, on the road today.Rosie: Relive the good old days.Rosie: The classic that never goes out of style. Focusing on Reliability/Endurance (with a bit of humour) Rosie: Still going strong after all these […]
Discovering and Planning Goals for 2025
It’s fantastic you’re thinking about goals for 2025! It’s still early, so you have plenty of time to brainstorm and refine. Here’s a breakdown of how to get started, with some personalised ideas for my own goals for 2025. I hope it helps. Reflect and Review Look back at 2024 What went well? What could […]
Hidden in Plain Sight: Exploring “I Know Places” and Finding Biblical Parallels
Taylor Swift’s “I Know Places” from her 1989 album paints a vivid picture of a love under siege. It’s a thrilling, almost desperate race to find sanctuary from the ever-present eyes of the outside world. Let’s dive into the lyrics and uncover the deeper meaning, and surprisingly, some connections to age-old wisdom found in the […]
Gracie Abrams’ “I love you, I’m sorry”: A Song of Love, Loss, and Letting Go
Gracie Abrams has a knack for capturing the raw, vulnerable emotions of young adulthood, and “I love you, I’m sorry” is a prime example. This poignant ballad explores the complexities of a relationship that’s reached its end, with all its lingering feelings, regrets, and bittersweet memories. What’s the song about? At its heart, “I love […]