It has been said that the only reason for leaving England is to give yourself the pleasure of coming back to it.

in February there is everything to hope for and nothing to regret.

While it is February one can taste the full joys of anticipation. Spring stands at the gate with her finger on the latch.

It has been said that the only reason for leaving England is to give yourself the pleasure of coming back to it.

Forget the times of trouble, but not the truths they taught. Forget the days of sorrow, but not the strength they brought. Forget the storms you battled through beneath a heavy load - but not the light that led you safely down the unknown road.

In a garden you can find, quiet thoughts that calm the mind.

I welcome the autumnal chill in the air. There is a stimulation about it. Life moves to a different rhythm. There is a sense of change in the atmosphere and change is good inasmuch as it prevents stagnation. We should grow weary of a summer that never ended.