In case you missed it, yesterday was the first day of Lent. It’s a time when many people choose to give up something they usually enjoy. Chocolate, cake, biscuits and beer seem to be popular choices

For some, this is a time for quiet reflection on all that Easter means to them as they prepare to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. Others seem to prefer to use it as a another opportunity to kick start the diet they resolved to stick to on January 1st

Whilst thinking about Lent and whether I might forgo some chocolate for a time (I decided against it ) I came across my dad’s latest copy of National Geographic. The feature article introduces the wonderful Amanda Kitts who four years ago lost her arm in a car accident.

I’d encourage you to read the piece for yourself on National Geographic Magazine’s website because it is fascinating. In particular, I was amazed to read how a subconscious phantom arm is responsible for sending the necessary signals to Amanda’s brain which in turn causes her bionic arm to move. Awesome stuff!

In common with an alleged 80-90% of women, I have days when I dislike bits of my body (have you seen my ears? ). Reading about the amazing way our bodies respond to events such as this was a humbling experience. The next time I feel like mentally complaining when I look in the mirror, I’d like to think that I’ll catch myself in the act and remember just how stupendously wonderfully my body was made

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