Photo was taken at Fota Wildlife Park, near Cobh, Co.Cork (Irl)

This duck seems happy enough with it’s day so far!

Thought on Wednesday – March – 06/03/2013

‘Life is not always fair. Sometimes you get a splinter even sliding down a rainbow.’ ~Terri Guillemets


Man Utd certainly feel that they were treated unfairly in last nights Champions League game against Real Madrid. A red card that shouldn’t have been, turned the game completely against them. Even in sport it seems that there are times when everyone is against you.
Another saying that is often used is that ‘Life is what we make it’. Every day is made up of possibilities, options, moments and decisions. The frequency and intensity of them make the pace of life hectic. It seems we are not in control and at times drifting helplessly along. But why is it that some people seem in control and seem to be totally connected to life, picking and choosing what and when they want it? Is it a life skill that some have naturally and for others one to learn? In our Gospels Jesus showed his disciples and friends how to prioritise and choose life giving moments. Instead of drifting aimlessly along he encouraged them to celebrate every bit of good news in their lives. He encouraged them to be creative, to have courage to say no when required and to always set time aside for personal reflection, prayer and time out. Small adjustments mean we will always be much more in control.