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Mindfulness, Samhain, and Loss

Posted on October 25, 2016 by Sheila N

Samhain is the Pagan name for Hallow’een. Like most holidays, it’s a bit of a mix: feasting, remembrance of the dead, and the turning of the year. I love a good midnight feast, as well as having two New Years. … Continue reading →

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Leaves Like Shoppers – a Poetic Blog

Posted on September 30, 2016 by Sheila N

“All the tree knew was that it thrilled with life” – Edgar Lee Masters, Spoon River Anthology The picture above was taken earlier today. I happened to be taking photos of the garden when Al – aka the Cat Who … Continue reading →

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Art & Trees & Autumn Light

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Sheila N

“But not a cell in all the tree knew aught  save that it thrilled with life, Nor cared because the hammock fell In the dust with Milton’s Poems.” – Many Soldiers, “Spoon River Anthology,” Edgar Lee Masters Warnings for: artiness; … Continue reading →

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A Face Like a Wet Weekend

Posted on July 30, 2015 by Sheila N

Some flash fiction for you … “It’s me birthday!” the woman beamed. Grey ringlets ran down her forehead like rain, and into her eyes, which sparkled behind wet spectacles. “Lovely day for it,” said the woman who crouched next to … Continue reading →

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Trailing Trees at Hyde Park Cemetery

Posted on June 5, 2015 by Sheila N

Watch an artist at work in wood carving demonstrations, and see the unveiling of a striking new sculpture at Hyde Park Cemetery, Doncaster, on Sunday, 7 June from 11 to 3 pm. “The tree trail is for everyone: whether you’re … Continue reading →

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