How does death change your perspective?
WordPress, like most companies, wants to create wealth, especially for WordPress. One way it does that is to create advertising that it will place on the sites that…
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The Queen is dead, God save the King.
God save the King is not a phrase that has been said by my fellow countrymen for over 70 years except for a Cavalry regiment in the British…
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Glad to be alive
Yesterday I looked death in the face. Whilst at work, yesterday at around 10 am, crossing from one building to another, I suddenly looked up and saw a…
ReadThe Father
The author reflects on their relationship with their elderly father, who recently suffered a heart attack. Living in France and unable to visit the UK due to COVID, the author expresses feelings of helplessness and distance. The experience prompts contemplation of mortality and the value of family connections amidst uncertainties of life and death.
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My old friend
My old friend melancholy is back with avengeance. She’s a bitch and knows exactly what you don’t want to hear. She reminds you that you are in a…
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Commonwealth War Cemetery, Ranville
In my last article I talked about Normandy and the battle to take Pegasus Bridge, and in this article I want to talk about the soldiers that didn’t…
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Greyfriar’s Kirkyard, Edinburgh
The Churchyard in Edinburgh is not only a resting place for famous and infamous residents but also an inspiration for JK Rowling’s Harry Potter characters. Despite its haunting reputation, the cemetery offers moments of calm and beauty, especially during sunrise. A fearless little creature adds a touch of charm to the scene.
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