

On cold paving stones,Strings and wood begin to hum,Glasgow’s vibrant soul.Two young lads with caps and songs,Bring a warmth to… READ MORE
As I stand on the shore, the memories flood my mind,Of joyful days gone by, so vivid and kind.The gentle… READ MORE
ALONGSIDEAWAREATTUNEDASSUREDACCEPTEDALIGNEDAFFECTIONALWAYS Alongside the ones who steady usAware of the truths they carryAttuned to laughter shared freelyAssured that storms can be… READ MORE
ASTRIDEARMEDAHEADALERTABROADASCENDINGALIVEAT LAST Astride the path that calls usArmed with nothing but courageAhead lies the unknown horizonAlert to every shifting windAbroad… READ MORE
ACHINGADORINGAWAKENEDANCHOREDABANDONEDALIGNEDALIVEALWAYS Aching for the touch that starts itAdoring the soul that answersAwakened by the warmth of presenceAnchored in the quiet… READ MORE
Reflections on Life
Self‑Discovery and Identity — “What Was and What Will Be”
“I spent my youth chasing the future.
Now I sit with coffee and watch—
others run toward theirs.”“The young chase tomorrow with urgency; the old watch it arrive —
By Paul Baldry (LongJohn)
with patience.”