What is happening in clergy care? It seems this is a hot topic on more than a few agendas – it was certainly the main discussion at a recent gathering in Adelaide.

Do you sometimes worry you may be turning into a grumpy old man? Perhaps you already are one but people are afraid to tell you? We can all go through periods when our patience is tested or our tolerance is lowered but how do you know when these things may be influenced by a health change rather than personality weakness, or just a bad day?

Some flannelette pj’s, a cup of warm milk, a fluffy doona and a dark bedroom, who could ask for anything more? Lots of us apparently. Not all of us get enough sleep in quality or quantity. In recent years the scientific study of sleep has unlocked the mystery and wonder of an activity we have usually considered as an interruption to getting things done. Now we know sleep is a vital part of doing things well.

Considering this magazine is called The Swag I thought we might go for a travelling theme. Not travels that take you to the Caribbean or Kathmandu, this is more about how you are ‘travelling’ in the ups and downs of your life’s journey. It’s about the ultimate adventure!