I was disturbed to learn last week that Blackburn Cathedral, the most important church in the area and seat of the nearest Anglican bishop, is to hire itself out for pagan worship. On several occasions during the autumn, one may sit under a giant and beautifully made representation of the earth, called Gaia (the Greek earth goddess), and engage in Yoga and meditation:
Rosemary, while originating in the middle east, is grown the world over. It is an attractive plant releasing a pleasant scent to all who touch it, as well as being used extensively in Spanish, French and Italian cooking. The ancient Greeks reckoned it was good for the brain, and modern websites describe its healing powers. Furthermore, it grows an attractive, if overlooked, flower.
Yestermorning, I drank a nice cup of Fortnum & Mason’s Breakfast Blend Tea. It is loose leaf (which, astonishingly, adds to the cost) and was given to me in a rather fabulous tin which I intend to re-use when the its precious cargo depletes. This is quite possibly the poshest tea I own, even making Earl and Lady Grey appear drab and middle class. The sales patter states:
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Salem Chapel, Martin Top
near Rimington, Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 4EG
Salem Congregational Chapel is a registered charity No. 252401 (England & Wales)
Sunday Worship 10.45am & 6.00pm