Photo was taken at Ballinlough, Cork (Irl)

I really enjoy capturing moments like this one. It might have only been seconds but it caused squeals of joy from onlookers, when the veil of Noelle Murphy’s wedding dress decided to take off in a lovely summer breeze in her front garden. After all the rain and floods in recent days yesterday was such a blessing with lovely sunshine. Noelle got married to Ant√≥in Corbett in the Church Of Our Lady Of Lourdes, in Ballinlough.

Thought on Saturday – July – 30/06/2012

Reading is to the mind like running is to the body. If a person wants to exercise their mind, read a good book.’ ~Lamar Cole

Much research has been done on reading and its many benefits. Those who read books seem to have a better chance for a successful fulfilling adult life. They tend to have many interests, develop an ability to understand how other people think and feel and tend to be more flexible in their own thinking. One woman who celebrated her 100th birthday put it well: “When I go somewhere I have to go in a wheelchair. But when I read, I can go anywhere, anytime I want. And no one has to help me!”

Today is the last day of June are we are about to move into the summer holidays. July and August are a time time of year when many plan to unwind and relax. A book can be a very important part of that plan. Books have never been easier to get. A root around any bookshop and you will always find a bargain. Don’t be afraid either to try a spiritual book. Sometimes we think these books are just for the converted and for those who think they have it all worked out! Not at all! Many of them are easy to read. They are often warm, enriching and great food for the soul.