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Thought for the Week: Robert Ashton gives his word
‘What moved me most was the handwritten letter that arrived a week or two later.’
by Robert Ashton
23rd July 2021
A few months ago now, I wrote here about the eco-home I’m planning to build. I’m told it will be one of the most energy-efficient homes in the country.
The article prompted several positive comments, with Friends offering encouragement. But what moved me most was the handwritten letter that arrived a week or two later. It was written by Richard, a man serving an eight-year sentence. He had become a Quaker while in prison and had a professional interest in water-saving technology. He thought it might be useful for my proposed new home.
