
I happen to be someone who will always look for the 'good' in people, and probably trust that it's there, in everyone I meet, more than I should. And so, I tend to be very trusting of strangers. This joke illustrates just … [Read more...]
Reflecting on life, faith, and the prayers we pray in the Church of England

I happen to be someone who will always look for the 'good' in people, and probably trust that it's there, in everyone I meet, more than I should. And so, I tend to be very trusting of strangers. This joke illustrates just … [Read more...]

Do you believe in miracles? I do; and this little boy sure did. I know it's only a joke, but I love his exuberance and his sheer logic. The scholar just couldn't have it both ways! Miracles A boy was sitting on a park … [Read more...]

Talk about having a bad day; this chap certainly had one - it's hard to imagine how it could get much worse. Judging from some of those insurance claims that get passed around the internet, like, the tree jumped out in front … [Read more...]

Here's a little story about an amazing Hamster. I always thought they were clever little creatures, but never suspected they might have this ability. I really enjoyed it, and hope you will too. An Amazing Hamster A … [Read more...]

This is one of those jokes you can imagine actually happening. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have. But, before you start reading, please accept my apologies -- you'll understand why! The Vicar Likes Peanuts A young … [Read more...]

This is one of those jokes that's funny because it's so true. Dogs and cats really are just like this: at least, the one's I've had as pets have been. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have. Where Dogs and Cats Come From Adam … [Read more...]

This must have been quite a sight on the side of the road! Of course, there are reasons why it just couldn't happen for real, at least not today, but if we look too closely, it spoils the fun. Faith The bishop's car … [Read more...]

Today is Shrove Tuesday: there are many traditions and customs surrounding this day around the world. But my favourite is the eating of pancakes, hence the alternative name that usually use, Pancake Day. As I usually try … [Read more...]

People talk about someone having the "patience of a saint"; perhaps it should be the "patience of a monk": at least, if this little story is anything to go by! I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. The New Monk A young … [Read more...]

This arrived in my email inbox recently, and gave me a really good laugh. I do hope you will enjoy it as much as I did. Blessed Horse One day while he was at the track playing the ponies and all but losing his shirt, … [Read more...]