Tag Archives: Christmas

And so this is Christmas…again!

Posted on December 18, 2016 by Heathermargaret

Each year I promise myself to avoid the hype, ignore the tinsel and eat and drink less. However, if I’m to be really honest here, I mostly allow myself to be caught up in the froth, bubble and frantic pace that … Continue reading →

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It’s hard to think about…and harder to act perhaps

Posted on December 11, 2015 by Heathermargaret

It’s hard to think about the fact that so many people in the world are in difficult, if not dangerous situations right this moment. It’s hard to think about people who have fled persecution and harm and are now locked away in detention … Continue reading →

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I had a dream of Christmas peace…

Posted on December 11, 2014 by Heathermargaret

I had a dream that… Men stopped fighting wars and started talking instead The starving nations of the world had enough food forever Wealthy people and communities shared their money with others All sick people received the same health service regardless of how much … Continue reading →

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What happens to all those Christmas baubles?

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Heathermargaret

Last year about this time I blogged about consumerism and Christmas. So here I go again. I don’t want to be a party dampener or a grouch but already I can feel the hype in the air,  the frantic emotional space … Continue reading →

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‘Christmas Bug’

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Heathermargaret

Yesterday, I went to our local shopping centre with a small shopping list of items. A couple of birthday cards, a particular book for a birthday present for a friend and envelopes. It’s November and I haven’t caught the ‘Christmas Bug’! But … Continue reading →

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