These two pieces of descriptive writing were written by students of a literacy group from Bath College that meet at Rose Cottage on Wednesdays.
St Michael’s

Warm, sunny day with a breeze that eases the heat on ancient gravestones.
“Sinner saved by grace’ what does that imply? What did she do? Was she blamed for the early demise of infant children? Or was there a death-bed conversion to Christianity?

Birds sing, unaware of what lies beneath, feathered angels fly skyward toward heaven, pointing the way to souls of the departed.

Daisies and buttercups turn toward the sun while the church looks on.

A giant redwood tree soars above, competing for dominance with the church tower.

Inside, shade and calm prevail, giving relief from the cares of the world.

Carved pews line up as soldiers, awaiting command and the ornate pulpit looks out towards the void.

A stone carved relief of the Last Supper is proud above the altar and choir stalls are silent until the next hymn.

Lush red carpet, leading from altar to font, where countless baptisms have been, proud parents standing by.

I leave refreshed, more able to face the day.

by Barbara Davidson

St. Michael’s Church, Twerton

A medium size, grey stone construction of its type. Appears to have very solid foundations. Obviously spanning many years, from the weathered look of the stone work. The church has a large tower, encompassing very ornate windows.

Set in a truly peaceful green-grass setting, surrounded by picturesque very old trees.

The entire site encompasses a feeling of thoughtfulness, to me, regarding memories of people’s lives, over the centuries, set in the messages on the surrounding gravesites.

Also a reminder of how each day is so precious to each of us, on this life time journey through many large gardens of our own life memories.

The visit to this dear little church, I found to be wonderfully thought provoking.

A further visit one day would be very much enjoyed especially to see the interior.

by De Hewitt