Some people find the word ‘prayer’ a bit naff. They prefer to say meditation, or something else not naff! The English language is a fantastic palate of language colour, and the more I read and write, the more I find the importance of choosing the right word. My guest, Daryl Francis, shares more on the subject of prayer, and his findings in Australia. Thanks,
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We all know how it feels to be optimistic – it feels good! Even better, is when we understand where it comes from, and why. My guest post is by Kay Stroud, media and legislatures Spokesperson for Christian Science in QLD, Australia. Thanks, Kay! What a lift I received from Jane Fynes-Clinton’s piece in the Courier-Mail last week, “Bright Side
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The earliest version of this well-known saying was attributed to King James I, who wrote in 1616, ‘No newis is bettir than evill newis.’ [1616 James I in Loseley MSS (1836) 403]. And “I am of the Italians mind that said, ‘Nulla nuova, buona nuova’, (no news, good news). [1640 J. Howell Familiar Letters 3 June (1903) II. 144]” – source: answers.com “Now
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