A Life of Contrasts

…these two beautiful, contrasting places are not in the extremes and are both equally home to me.

Becky JamesJanuary 2, 2025Comment

Autumn

We are well in to autumn now and this week I’m noticing the leaves beginning to fall….

Becky JamesOctober 15, 2024Comment

Back to the 1940's at Eden Camp, Malton, North Yorkshire

My friend Najiba and I went to an event at Eden Camp near Malton, North Yorkshire on Sunday October 13th….

Becky JamesOctober 14, 2024Comment

Bonsai Expert - Richard Reah - To the Rescue!

Fortunately, I discovered that one of the countries leading experts on Bonsai trees lives quite near us…

Becky JamesOctober 5, 2024bonsai, Richard Reah, bonsai expertComment

Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, August, 2024

Falun Dafa at the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, August, 2024

Falun DafaBecky JamesAugust 14, 2024Comment

July 20th 2024, London Parade

We had a massive parade through Central London on Saturday July 20th, 2024, to commemorate the 25 year persecution of the peaceful Buddhist meditation practice in China.

Falun DafaBecky JamesJuly 22, 2024Comment

When it feels like Summer

It looks like Summer is here!

Becky JamesJune 25, 2024Comment

Knitting to Brighten Others' Days!

…I like to knit because my grandma showed me how to knit. I showed my daughter how to crochet and knit….

arts and craftsBecky JamesMarch 30, 2024crochet, knitting, traditional crafts, sister, mother, AuntieJoanComment

The first day of Spring arrived!!

Spring has Sprung! It was Wednesday the 20th of March this year.I always feel something good is about to happen when it gets to Spring…

Becky JamesMarch 22, 2024Comment

Strong Foundations

I’d like to note that these lads work really, really hard, in all weather, come rain or shine, with great determination and with pride in their work. They go above and beyond to…

a story unfoldsBecky JamesFebruary 27, 2024groundwork, building, workComment

September the 29th

Both these Saints are associated with Divine protection, honour and courage and, of course, the elimination of evil forces, which is why they resonate with me.

My ArtworkBecky JamesSeptember 29, 2023Becky James, Falun Dafa, Falun Gong, evil, St Michael, St GeorgeComment

Video - Climbing around Alpine Glaciers

John Proctor talks to his old childhood friend, Becky James, about his latest trip to the French Alps with his wife, Anna.

John ProctorBecky JamesAugust 23, 2023Comment

John Proctor - author of ‘Child of Time: Sanctuary in the Extreme’

A connection through rock and ice to a new life; the life of a climber, simple in need, rich in experience.

John ProctorBecky JamesAugust 18, 2023Comment

Lotus Fairy Tale

Some really great stories for children

a story unfoldsBecky JamesFebruary 11, 2023children's stories, kids, children, stories, ganjing worldComment

Video - Outdoor pursuits, sky running, climbing instructor and author - John Proctor.

Becky and her childhood friend talk about his endeavours in the hills and mountains, and how the experiences these extreme environments bring are applicable to life in general…