On Wednesday evening I went to the Poustinia near Gloucester where I spent the day on Thursday. This is a place I go regularily for prayer and rest. A poustinia is "a small sparsely furnished cabin or room where one goes to pray and fast alone in the presence of God." I tend not to observe a total fast but eat less than I would at home. Sister Elly Maria lives in the house and has created the garden in which the poustinia can be found. I have put up some pictures to give you an idea of what it is like. This link will take to a short article about Poustinia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poustinia
Friday afternoon I attended Maisie's funeral. It was very strange being there but not taking part. I was not sure whether to stay and talk to people or not and I think people may have been unsure about whether to talk to me!
Friday evening some friends of ours came to visit and on Saturday we took the van out beyond Evesham and went for a walk around the Littleton villages.
Today we have spent quietly at home.
Tomorrow, Monday, I have a hospital appointment to test the nerves on my left hand; my fingers are still numb after breaking my wrist in December. I am hoping to leave early Tuesday for Christian Resources Exhibition so will spend time getting the van ready. I really enjoy visiting the exhibition and usually come home with lots of freebies! The link will take you to the main website then click on National CRE www.creonline.co.uk
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