Category Archives: In Need

What I Need More Of…

Posted on February 4, 2011 by

When I lived in Devon I knew no matter what happened in my life I could always find a place to breathe. Of course I breathe thousands of times each day, but purposeful breathing is rare and beautiful and filled … Continue reading →

Posted in About Me, All Things Bright and Beautiful, In Need, Inventing My Life, Laying Foundations For The Life Plan, Lessons Learned, Letters To Myself, Life Is Beautiful, Literature = Food For The Soul, Making and Crafting, Natural Health, Purpose Driven Life, The Sweet Nectar Of Life | 17 Comments

It’s Christmas Eve And My Mind Is On The Congo

Posted on December 24, 2010 by

Photo credit – a UN Peacekeeper helping a Congolese child Some of you may know that for the last 2 years rebels in the Congo have engaged in something called the Christmas Massacre.  In 2008 the Christmas massacre involved more … Continue reading →

Posted in Be Part Of The Solution Not The Problem, Help A Family Friday, In Need | 25 Comments

Having Nothing…

Posted on August 19, 2010 by

Since I’ve arrived back from volunteering overseas (this time!), I have some real sensitivities based on my experience and the experiences of others which I witnessed.  Until you’ve actually seen starvation, seen people/children with nothing absolutely nothing, you can’t even … Continue reading →

Posted in In Need, Oh so Blessed, Volunteering Overseas | 21 Comments

World Aids Orphans Day

Posted on May 7, 2010 by

Today is World Aids Orphans Day! I blogged about this last year and sadly the number of orphans due to AIDS has increased yet again this year! From the World Aids Orphan Day website: the number of children worldwide who … Continue reading →

Posted in Do something, In Need, Purpose Driven Life | 1 Comment

In need of the sun…

Posted on February 17, 2010 by

Dear Mr Sun This is the last time we really spent time together, it was May 2009 and it is filled with good memories. But you see, I’m not coping with our long distance relationship. I may enjoy all seasons, … Continue reading →

Posted in In Need, Just call me Chandler Bing | 26 Comments

Do You Have What It Takes

Posted on January 20, 2010 by

Photo from here As I continue to watch the horrific scenes in Haiti, despair over the suffering and cry at the devastation, I marvel at those who, without much notice or planning,  travel to help those most in need. They leave the security … Continue reading →

Posted in Finding Myself, In Need, Purpose Driven Life | 9 Comments

Brought To My Knees

Posted on January 13, 2010 by

This morning I listened to an interview on BBC with a woman called Dixie Bickel who runs an orphanage in Haiti. For those who don’t know, Haiti was hit by an earthquake last night and continues to be affected by aftershocks.  … Continue reading →

Posted in Do something, In Need, Purpose Driven Life | 18 Comments