Archive for May, 2008

Wellington Wisdom

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May 29, 2008  |  Quotes, Wisdom  |  Comments Off

WellingtonsDave Gorman (yes, the real one) has posted his reflections on the slightly washed-out Hay Festival which took place over the bank holiday weekend (how did they not expect rain!).

“Buying wellingtons is a sure sign that things haven’t gone to plan. The only thing worse than buying wellies is needing to buy wellies and not being able to.” Gormablog

Note: In case any of my classmates are looking in, this was posted as respite from fieldwork…

Wednesday Wisdom #19

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May 28, 2008  |  Quotes, Resources, Wisdom  |  Comments Off

Continuing the series:

Don’t install an Olympic-sized pool if you’re only going to swim the width.

Church: Please keep to path…

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May 27, 2008  |  Photos, Theology, Wisdom  |  Comments Off

I took this especially for a couple of close friends – they know who they are ;o)

Please keep to path...

Headstone – Micah 6:8

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May 27, 2008  |  Photos  |  Comments Off

This picture was taken during a trip to Claydon House in Buckinghamshire. I don’t have any particular thoughts about a headstone for when I depart this world, and don’t usually have any interest in other peoples, but this simple example really struck me. Those who aren’t familiar with the verse and can’t quite follow it, see below…

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“what doth the Lord require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God” {Micah 6:8}

Wednesday Wisdom #18

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May 21, 2008  |  Quotes, Resources, Wisdom  |  Comments Off

Continuing the series:

The only thing more undignified than having to beg strangers for money and food is being treated like you don’t exist, so even if you can’t give the homeless your money, at least be charitable with eye contact.

links for 2008-05-14

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May 14, 2008  |  Links  |  Comments Off

Wednesday Wisdom #17

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May 14, 2008  |  Quotes, Resources, Wisdom  |  Comments Off

Continuing the series:

Anyone who judges you by the kind of car you drive or shoes you wear isn’t someone worth impressing.

Wednesday Wisdom #16

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May 7, 2008  |  Quotes, Resources, Wisdom  |  Comments Off

Continuing the series:

You have not lived until you have done something for someone who can never repay you.

links for 2008-05-01

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