There's a big difference between the newlywed carefree curate and the sleep deprived vicar with a toddler in tow! This was my thinking when deciding whether or not to go to Germany with some other local clergy. Yes, we had a great time when we visited Germany in 2017 just after we were married, and [...]
Another year, another reading challenge! Here are my reviews of the books I've read the first half of this year. Vox. Christina Dalcher. This book had an interesting concept, and I saw a lot of potential. But with a long build-up, I felt there was a bit of a rush to finish at the end. [...]
I gave myself permission not to write last Sunday night because we were away in Angelsey and I spent hours and hours being sick. Lovely, I know. What with that Nathan being on crutches, we had a bit of a bumpy start to our leave! Once we settled in, we had a nice time though. [...]
For the first time in eight years of ministry and training, I didn't realise today was Sunday. As Nathan left a cup of tea on my bedside table this morning, I groggily opened an eye and looked at him. I saw his clerical collar. 'What are you up for?' I asked. 'I've got to go [...]
Rev Poppy 