On the pilgrim way
On the pilgrim way: ‘How could I be so blind?’
28/08/2018 | ReformSheila Maxey opens her eyes to positive things
It feels as if I am drowning in sad news and sad situations at the moment. A 50-year-old person I know has separated from her partner of 15 years. A 20-something year … Read More
On the pilgrim way: ‘What gives me hope? It’s a difficult question’
26/06/2018 | ReformSheila Maxey considers what gives her hope
I have always found change exciting, even liberating. The beginning of a new school year, going to a new place on holiday, changing jobs, even moving furniture around during a spring cleaning surge. … Read More
On the pilgrim way: ‘I realised there are real benefits to being old’
29/05/2018 | ReformSheila Maxey finds 80 is not the new 60 – but its not all bad
In mid April, on what seemed like the first dry and sunny Saturday of the year, we held a ‘Celebrating 80’ family party for Kees, … Read More
On the pilgrim way: ‘Love has renewed my zest for life’
30/04/2018 | ReformSheila Maxey celebrates life at 80
On a lovely, relaxing holiday by the river Deben in Suffolk, I read a book on dying. With the End in Mind is by a retired palliative care consultant and her passionate concern … Read More
On the pilgrim way: ‘I find it hard to receive’
27/03/2018 | ReformSheila Maxey feels uneasiness over money
We are lucky – or should I say ‘blessed’ – to have plenty of money. So, when my Kindle died last week, in the middle of a gripping thriller, it was a nuisance – … Read More
On the pilgrim way: ‘My wise guide is moving to Belgium’
23/02/2018 | ReformSheila Maxey finds God does not recognise retirement
Sister D – the wonderful, wise nun who has been my guide for more than 20 years – is moving to new responsibilities in Belgium, although she is well into her 70s. … Read More
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