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  • Ten Years!

    Ten years ago today, two skinny, terrified cats came into my life.

    The Clepto Kitties continue to bring much love, joy and fun into my life, though they are now senior cats, and Sasha is decidedly chonky!
     
    Sasha has outlived a ‘two year’ prognosis of a significant health condition by at least seven years; Sophie is awaiting advice for further medical tests after a worrying period of illness.
     
    I am very grateful to Cats Protection (Glasgow Branch) who rescued them from a terrible life of endless kitten-bearing, to ‘Auntie Audrey’ and ‘Auntie Jessica’ in Glasgow and to ‘Auntie Jenna’ in Nantwich who have been their main vets (and to PetPlan who have covered a lot of care). And how could we forget their beloved Auntie J, their Glasgow cat sitter.
     
    Happy Gotcha Day Clepto Kitties!!

     

  • Deaf Awareness

    The photo has nothing to do with the theme, beyond the fact that our residential weekend took place at the 'Vicar School' as the venue we usually go to wasn't available.

    Our theme was deaf awareness, and was led by a deaf minister accompanied by a hearing ally.  It was a really full and thought-provoking weekend, greatly appreciated by all who took part in it.

    The highlight was definitely the closing Communion, which was entirely in BSL with nothing spoken and no music.  Watching the signs (and being able to follow the English translation on screen) was beautiful and meaningful, especially as it has been a weekend of so many, many words.

    I feel very privileged to be part of this community which is committed to learning with and from each other.