This, hopefully, is the final box of "Anti-Dragon" medication... after roughly a year, my GP has agreed that I can wean off, something that will take two-three months.

It's surprisingly scary to do this - what if the "Menopausal Monster" re-emerges? The answer is, of course, to revert to the meds.

What withdrawal affects might there be? The weaning off is meant to minimise this, but yes, it could mean the same range of effects at the beginning.  Hmm. But at least it will only be short term.

I've debated with myself whether or not to post this... is it self-indulgent (quite possibly)... does it help to break down a taboo (I hope so)... 

Anyhow, if all goes well, the dragon is no more, and I will have learned a lot along the way!

This image used to be located on the mantlepiece in the vestry-office at church.  When we closed the building, it came home with me and now usually sits on top of one of the cupboards in my little office.

I absolutely love it.  The friend who gave it to me also loved it, but no longer wished to own it.

It's an image that repays close observation, is layered with meaning and for me is a good starting point for Sunday's theme 'The Mystery of the Cross' which may yet include more images - I'm not sure, the mulling and Holy-Spirit-ing have a way to go yet!

Meantime, feel free to enjoy this image.