Friday Reflection- 16th January 2026
Sandra’s Soliloquy
GREETINGS Everyone
I hope you are well, and surviving freezing days, dark dismal days and avoiding all lurgies going around. It always amazes me that some people love and prefer winter, but then God did make us all different thankfully.
Locally we have a weekend ahead with the Straw Bear Festival, which proves there are many people out there who will happily dress up brightly, dance their way around the town, with a large Straw Bear, and musicians entertaining many people who look forward to this event, travelling from near and far.
Our town does wonderful community festivals and events, reminding us of how to enjoy ourselves with friends and family, in many old fashioned, traditional ways. What a relief from worrying, sad world news. People planning, organising, and coming together for fun and pleasure.
And these sorts of things are replicated across the country in villages and towns, celebrating life.
For some reason, bad news dominates and we may not hear of the good that is happening.
I am still being surprised to find out what day of the week it is, since Christmas and New Year, but so far have managed to get the bins out on the changed days. I have shared before how I tend to hibernate in the winter, and avoid being in crowded groups, as any virus or bug can affect my ME badly, but I am more than happy snuggled in bed, with my cat for company, or resting on my reclining chair. I have run out of ideas for programmes to watch, or maybe I’m just fed up with the murder mysteries and want something lighter to enjoy. I have almost completed another knitted blanket and look forward to knitting another jumper for my little grandson. I am also writing daily, in a variety of ways. (PS-I have found a new series of Father Brown on BBC iplayer, so working my way through that now)
Thank You Lord that You make us all unique, with our own talents and gifts and personalities. We can enjoy different things and each have our own preferences for entertainment and seasons. Help us to appreciate others and allow them to be themselves. Give us moments to encourage and support each other and especially those who are struggling.
We commit the tragedies and world events to You daily in our prayers and can be assured that You hear all prayers.
Thank You for family and friends and we name any who are in particular need of healing or support at the moment Lord. In Jesus’ Name we pray-Amen
God Bless everyone and have a wonderful weekend and week. Sandra x
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