I make no apology for introducing this month's post with a collage of spring flowers. After all, they signal the return of life after winter.
The majestic magnolia has excelled itself this year, the perfume of the flowering currant is truly wonderful in the evenings. The grape hyacinth can push through anything (including our drive !). The Chinese (or is it Japanese?) quince is a welcome splash of red whilst the daffodil is surely the best indicator of spring.
The title of Dawn Chorus refers to the other noteworthy feature of spring. We are fortunate to live in a rural environment. For us the chorus starts at about 5 am and seems to last until beyond sunset in the evening!
This month has also been a time of learning for me. I've continued to sit as a Magistrate and discovered much about justice. It is, of course, our role to interpret Sentencing Guidelines. We must protect society and especially victims, but we must also seek to reform offenders. One of my fellow JPs explained much about the consideration of compassion. Another demonstrated the concept of offering hope to offenders whose lives are often so chaotic and seemingly dominated by evil. I have so much to learn.
Tell me and I forget,
Teach me and I remember,
Involve me and I learn.
(Benjamin Franklin)
I attended clinic today, and again, good news. My paraprotein remains undetectable and my Kappa remains at a very satisfactory low level.I have thus been prescribed for cycle 33 - amazing !
I've just been out to bring in the laundry from the line. The birds are singing their sunset chorus and certainly know its spring - amazing !
Keep well and YOLO
I've just been out to bring in the laundry from the line. The birds are singing their sunset chorus and certainly know its spring - amazing !
Keep well and YOLO
Stephen
