Tag Archives: Agnes

2011 in review

Posted on January 9, 2012 by

“When we recall the past, we usually find that it is the simplest things – not the great occasions – that in retrospect give off the greatest glow of happiness” Bob Hope A good tradition for a blog would seem … Continue reading →

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Adjusting to a new speed

Posted on June 3, 2011 by

“The future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour, whatever he does, whoever he is.” C.S. Lewis “Most of man’s trouble comes from his inability to be still.” Blaise Pascal Setting up our phone … Continue reading →

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Packing, Sailing and Arriving

Posted on May 26, 2011 by

“The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails.” William A. Ward Well we are here! The last few days have been challenging, exhausting and exciting – and usually all three emotions … Continue reading →

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Saying Goodbye … and Introducing Agnes!

Posted on May 14, 2011 by

“All changes are more or less tinged with melancholy, for what we are leaving behind is part of ourselves”. Amelia Barr One week to go! Eek! For me this had been the week that had been circled in the diary … Continue reading →

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