After the super glitz and glory of a love filled Christmas I step outside.
Away from the barrage of crowd 
and clutter the peace of the natural world descends upon me with an organic balm far more effective than anything bought in a bottle.
Out here all our manic chasings have meant nothing. Instead the birds and animals, plants and land weather the quiet passing of the winter solstice while we do Christmas and await the return of the light and the warmth to regenerate their year.
It might look bleak but the first tinge of green corn has pushed through the silent soil whilst we’ve been indoors celebrating. It’s heart-warming to know that nature always moves gently on.
In the quiet. And the peace.
May your new year bring you light and warmth and peace in heart and mind.
Happy New Year!
Ross Mountney's Notebook 
Happy New Year to you and your family when it comes, Ross.
I hope 2015 brings all you wish for.
Lang may your lum reek
xx
Thank you so much! Lovely to have your wishes. Mine coming to you too!