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Frome Christian Mens Group meeting

As you may know I have featured hundreds of posters since I started this diary. Some are on the mark and some are not. The above gives a very powerful visual message about what correct advice can do. I saw it in the church hall in which we had our men's breakfast this morning Up early this morning to attend the Christian men's breakfast in Frome. It is always a pleasure to meet articulated...

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Synchronicity writ large. You could not make it up

Another really bad night. Awoke at 1:30 am. I had only eaten cous cous but that was enough to set off the acid reflux reaction. My legs were burning. I opened the sash windows and heard a man calling desperately for his friend or his dog. It made a surreal impression what with the wind and the rain which lashed down from time to time. I made it through the night and we went down for breakfast at...

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The Box Arts Centre, Plymouth + a brilliant Tourist Information Bureau

Plymouth's award-winning Tourist Information Centre is located in the Mayflower Museum at the heart of the picturesque Barbican; Plymouth’s historic, maritime quarter. From here the friendly and knowledgeable staff can help you make the most of your visit to Plymouth. Services available: Free local accommodation booking service Comprehensive information on attractions, accommodation, events,...

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Dartmoor Prison

'Dartmoor prison' conjures up in most people a desolate and lonely place surrounded by Wild Moors in this one of the most unspoiled areas in the country. It is given protected status for a reason. The prison itself is on the outskirts of Princetown. The population of Princetown, which is an ordinary enough town, with a population of somewhat less than 1500. When I read about it I felt that it...

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Experiencing the howling wind of Dartmoor

When I write articles I attempt to put an original view on something that makes it worth reading. I know you can't please all the people all the time but at least we can have a crack at it. First, I hope you like our new home page design which symbolizes more accurately what we are trying to achieve in terms of conveying the spirit of a living soul following their life path. So, we had planned...

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Shepton Mallet Snowdrop Festival

In spite of brain, cloud and mist we are off to the Shepton Mallet annual snowdrops Festival which is always conducted with great efficiency and enthusiasm by the dedicated team of volunteers. Sheptonsnowdrops.org.uk is where they can be found. There are various classes during the week but the main activities are on the Friday and Saturday and they ought to be found at the St Peter and St Paul...

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