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The photos I have used on this site are mainly my own or those of Carol Mullineux and Matthew Sutton to whom I am grateful. For the other photos and quotes, I have tried, wherever possible, to give the relevant credits and references. Please do not copy the photos or text on this site without permission from me. Thank you. -- Richard Sutton

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Still Listening with St Patrick

Still Listening with St Patrick

It is early morning on the banks of Ireland’s wild river—the mighty Shannon. The rising sun is just beginning to light up the water. The earth is awakening.

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By Richards Seedsin Blog Posts, Britain's Christian Heritage, Encounters with Grace, Listening begins HereJuly 27, 2019March 3, 2021791 Words7 Comments

Wild Places

Wild Places

Are there any wild places left in our over-populated islands? Robert Macfarlane’s book ‘Wild Places’ shows that there are indeed. In fact they’re everywhere. Continue reading “Wild Places” →

By Richards Seedsin Blog Posts, Most Popular Posts, Places of Interest, The English CountrysideJanuary 20, 2018January 5, 2019775 Words13 Comments
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