I am sure you will all join us in expressing our sympathies and condolences to the people of Japan in the wake of the recent earthquake and tsunami.
This was written in the sand on the beautiful south coast of England just yards away from the sea. It was a lovely day with the sun shining, clear blue skies and only a gentle breeze for a surprise autumnal day.
It is hard to marry the sense of peace and harmony of that setting with the devastating power that the same Nature can also bring. Please consider donating to the Red Cross appeal.