Today marks sixteen years since I first posted on this blog. Then we were preparing for our first big O.E., a trip to England where we would be re-united with the daughters we hadn’t seen for several years. There were many wonderful experiences in store, and life seemed good.
Now life seems full of threats – it’s almost like the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse: War in Ukraine; Conspiracy theorists camped in Cranmer Square; Omicron advancing; Climate Crisis.
Sometimes it seems the only thing to do is to stop listening to the news, enjoy a sunny day, potter in the garden, stroke the cat, read a novel, and have confidence we will still be here in another sixteen years.
Be grateful for all that we’ve got
stay positive – no matter what.
Ruth's Reflections 
Congratulations Ruth. Fantastic milestone!
It’s good to stay in the moment,
Take our hearts, and really hone it!
Love all the people in our care.
Keep our humanity and creative flair!
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Horomaka, this is true
thanks and good wishes go to you
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This.
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Classic! Is this a record? Not for blogging but for having a single blog? I admire you for your brilliant choice of user name: real Ruth you were then and always have been, always will be. With the inevitable changes in the world, ourselves, and our lives over 16 years that’s hard to do. Thank you for your example and the work you do,which includes your excellent personal blog. Have a wee party, Ruth 🙂
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Rachel, it’s lovely to get your supportive message. Too hot today for a party, but I might sit out on the patio with a cool drink.
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That sounds very fine.
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