Lasting gifts

Another farewell, this time at Slater Court. The service focused on the visit of the Wise Men to the infant Jesus. They gave gifts to the child who was himself the supreme gift giver. We reflected on the notion that each new year and each new day is a gift with our name on it. 

Afterwards we sat around a table and shared a cup of tea and Christmas cake and shortbread (of course) and we chatted about the decisions which need making when you move. The residents have all had to 'downsize' from often large houses full of memories to a couple of rooms and that meant a lot of decisions and letting go of things that have often great sentimental value. Yet they now have the gift of each other's company.