Get on and Shine with Holly Honeychurch
A lot goes on at the beach on a Friday night. As well as young folk revving and racing their cars along the strip and children shrieking with delight in the soft evening waves, there are also calm moments like this.
This beautiful prayer - Anima Christi (Soul of Christ) - of unknown authorship was composed in the first half of the 14th century. I love its power and simplicity. It’s accompanied by sweet harp music and ethereal song. Listen to connect with the light of Christ. Image by Peter Nicola, with thanks.
Love this indigo sky colour. It was extra striking, because it feels like two seasons have gone by since I last saw such a hue. I’m so glad it’s back. 🎊 ps yay for blossoms!! Happy Sunday!
Been obsessed with donuts my entire life. These are up there with some of the best. Old fashioned in style, so quite cakey with a hint of nutmeg, these almond milk glazed donuts have made me very happy this week.
The dreamy, Scottish shores of Loch Lomond were a real treat this week. I almost went for a paddle. 💦 😻💦
Meet Sweep. She’s a young cutie with the sweetest meow. She loves a stroke and to be near her humans, but not on top of them. She doesn’t scratch or bite. I feel safe stroking her belly. She enjoys being outside but hasn’t mastered the art of getting back in through the cat flap, only going out.
Happy Easter!! Alleluia! Jesus, the light of the world, I follow you! Also, I broke my chocolate and biscuit Lenten fast with the most exquisite hot chocolate and the most delicate, homemade, Scottish shortbreads. How lucky am I?! God bless. 🕊️
My succulent garden has come a long way since it was transplanted into its new home last October, just before I moved. It weathered the winter and has returned with bright gravitas. Enjoying the spring sunshine now, it’s looking full of colourful life.
Recently, I visited The Cotswolds, an area of outstanding beauty, in the rolling, green hills of England. There was so much exquisite birdsong there. Here is an early morning robin I recorded, along with some melodic harp music to brighten your day. They go so well together. It’s one of my favs.
Read from The Little Book of Prayers, this gentle, supportive prayer is a reminder to everyone that they are not alone in their struggles. Consider this prayer a meditation of love and peace. Beautiful image by Anees Ur Rehman, with thanks.
Happy to be back in this dreamy expanse, it feels like I’m on holiday in my own home town. Open space is healing for my soul.
