Hi, it's me. - V1

As it would have been Samuel Beckett’s birthday today, I’m sure he would have liked this cartoon.

If it’s been as dark and wet with you recently as it has been here, cheer yourself up for a minute with this little peek into what the next month or two holds in the Peak District National Park. This is my absolute favourite time of year and I can’t wait to watch it all unfold…

“Kindness begins with the understanding that we all struggle.” - Charles Glassman

Andrew Scott's Vanya is brilliant: I thoroughly recommend it.

The passing of Steve Wright truly marks the end of an era for so many of us. Indefatigable and spirited. A kind, good natured, generous presence welcoming us into the airwaves of our days,
Goodbye Mr. I’m glad you were there.

Goodness. I hope everyone's safe. #Iceland

Around 2.3 million older people wish they had someone to spend time with at Christmas. #UncomfortableReality #TheVoiceUK #BBUK ITV

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Kirkdale Bookshop I discover I lack a number of books. May I place a large order with you?

On the final day of #16days of action to end violence against women we pledge to #ChangeTheStory in all areas and prevent abuse 365 days of the year. #WhiteRibbon
Make the promise:

The Hoste Arms in Burnham Market in north Norfolk is preparing to host its annual Christmas market with more than 30 independent local sellers. northnorfolknews.co.uk/news/23919407.… 👇 Full story

#Remembrance

Today is #worldstrokeday

Think FAST:

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Arms
Speech
Time

Call 999 immediately if you suspect you or someone else is having a stroke. Visit NHS Inform for more information. tinyurl.com/37rwy54h #StrokeAwareness

There are currently 8 billion humans on our planet. The proportion of people who love each other, help each other, strive to make a decent world for coming generations and their fellow humans, hugely, massively, outnumber those who cause chaos and misery. Let’s hang on to that.

It is important to see that we are all in the helping professions. There’s nobody who’s not. Everything we do helps someone else.

“I see quite clearly that all good things must come to an end. The summer has been splendid, but it has lasted long enough. This morning I welcomed the chill in the air and viewed the falling leaves with cheerfulness.” ~A.A.Milne #Autumn #Autumn Equinox 🍁