by Alet | Feb 3, 2020 | Articles, Writing
Robert Murray McCheyne, 19th century minister in the Church of Scotland, was known for his dedication to home visits and evangelism. Even after retiring at the age of 25 due to poor health, he still focused on the ministry up to his death shortly before his...
by Alet | Oct 24, 2019 | Articles, Writing
Sir Peter the Knight In the UK and beyond Bear Grylls is the personification of adventure, survival and courage – truly a brave man. Just as brave is a husband who goes to comfort his estranged wife after her lover had left her. The world’s way to “cut off that...
by Alet | Aug 16, 2019 | Articles, Writing
Among our extended family you would find a few skilled photographers. So, on family holidays, the less skilled pick up that light is an important factor and soon start referring jokingly to perfect natural light: “The light! The light!” Perfect supernatural light...
by Alet | Jul 10, 2019 | Articles, Writing
Photograph captured by my daughter Aletta Harrison (alettaharrison.com) One of my most memorable experiences was walking in a game reserve with two game rangers, both armed. Upon asking the leader what his scariest experience on foot ever was, we were surprised by...
by Alet | Apr 27, 2018 | Articles, Writing
During the Easter holidays our family of foodies had a most enjoyable time baking, cooking, and enjoying the results around the dinner table. Whilst my son-in-law tried his hand at baking bread, we chatted away about the wonder of a teaspoonful of yeast cells that...
by Alet | Jan 30, 2018 | Articles, Writing
Living abroad, we are from time to time kept in the loop about a friend or family member’s terminal illness via WhatsApp messages. One of the precious messages I received was a picture of the beautiful red toenails of a dear friend in her hospital bed. The nails were...
