hollands' place

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I am a wife and mother and believe that marriage and the family unit is the best structure for successful life in the 21st Century.
I am a Christian and believe that the Bible is the word of God and that Jesus Christ is God himself and has a plan and purpose for every person on this planet.
Since 1986 I have worked with children and adults who have learning disabilities. I am presently working in a unit in a secondary school for children on the autistic spectrum.
I believe that, given the right opportunities and support, all people, regardless of ability or disability, can live a full and meaningful life.
I believe that we were put on this planet to care for it, not to destroy it. As such, I wholeheartedly support initiatives to save this beautiful green planet.
I have a degree in English language / education. I believe language is a precious gift that should be treasured. I believe in maintaining lesser used and endangered languages. Since moving to Wales in 1989, I have learned, to some extent, to speak Welsh.
Owing to personal experience, I have an interest in the research into and treatment of bipolar disorder. I believe that the marginalisation in this society of people who have mental health problems should come to an end.
I have not travelled widely, but have visited Oman twice and feel a special connection with that country.
I enjoy fine red wine and Stella Artois brewed in Blegium.
My online name is Messyplay, from the days when I used to run a pre-school messy play group. I hope that readers of h2g2 will enjoy my articles.

God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.