Photo was taken at Ards Forest Park, Co.Donegal (Irl)

The beautiful Ards forest park is situated on the Ards Peninsula. It sits on the shores of Sheephaven Bay on the northern coastline of County Donegal. Today the forest park is 480 hectares in area and contains a range of wildlife and a network of delightful walkways. Along with the nature walkways there are sandy beaches, viewing points as well as a picnic and play area. The primrose flower in our photo can be found at the moment on many of the walkways.

Thought on Wednesday – April – 11/04/2012

‘Despair accelerates a downward spiral but those who know God turn to prayer. Prayer breaks the downward spiral and is a motivating force that empowers us to ultimately turn tragedy to triumph.’ ~Victor Parachin

Life is not just fragile but incredibly fragile. Despite massive developments in technology, computers, internet and phones we know that the unexpected can happen any day. Unforeseen and sudden events can often throw us completely off balance. Even if all is well with us at the moment we know of some family or friend who is trying to find balance in their life again. It can be a tough place to be. These days of Easter speak so much to us as we all try and find our balance in life. At the heart of every Easter prayer is finding the strength and courage to begin a step on our journey again. Easter breathes new life and hope into moments of despair. Easter breathes a fresh start, turning tragedy to triumph. We all crave balance in life and in particular when we are knocked off balance with the unexpected. We pray this Easter for the strength and courage to face whatever challenges, crosses and obstacles we need to overcome and triumph. Easter doesn’t say maybe but instead yes we can.