In a previous blog (‘A Life Prayer’) I spoke of experiencing ‘reading the right books at the right time’. These are often books that have made an impression on me. They may be self help books that do what the cover says, they help. Or they may be inspiring for their wisdom or insight for living. …
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Journal Joys and Benefits
Rich colours and patterns of lichen - Idrefjãll, Sweden For years I have been writing a journal. To say I am 'writing about my life' sounds a bit grandiose. As if I can observe and analyse my existence. However it is an attempt to create some record of my day. A lot of entries are …
Steps In Time – Part 3
Bridge of Orchy in the distance A 3 part blog series on running the West Highland Way over the years. CONTINUED FROM Steps In Time – Part 2 Setting off from Auchtertyre with one of my support runners feels like a reset. Not another race but certainly a new phase. The break at Auchtertyre checkpoint …
Steps In Time – Part 2
Approaching Conic Hill A 3 part blog series on running the West Highland Way over the years. CONTINUED FROM Steps In Time - Part 1 After the first 30 or so minutes running the nervous excitement starts to dissipate. Chattering to fellow runners is a bit more measured. We need to conserve energy. For me and …
Steps In Time – Part 1
This is the first of a 3 part blog series on running the West Highland Way over the years. Every journey begins with the first step. Stories help us see our lives from new or fresh perspectives. When it comes to endurance I have discovered that long distance running reveals aspects of life and faith. In …
Allan Grant 