He was one of the most gentle and unflappable politicians I have ever known, yet he was immensely courageous, too, not least when he spoke for the country against the invasion of Iraq".
In theory, it is possible that gentle nudges will turn into intrusive diktats and the nanny state will drain individual responsibility.
The answer is not for "formal" education to begin earlier, but the evidence in favour of state funding for play-based, nursery settings from the age of two – followed by a gentle transition into school life – is clear.
But she said the media – traditional and social – had misrepresented her son, whom she characterises as a "gentle giant", despite his conviction in 2014 for a home invasion.
This third collection by the Irish poet is full of luminous imagery and sometimes a gentle, almost wistful, touch, as in "Brigie": "When you smile in your sleep / I think of the seal's tail / whispering above the waves, / slipping back again into the deep".
These gentle giants are collectively known as the Paps of Jura.
As nationalists have been pointing out on Twitter (see 3.20pm), this meant that the questioning was relatively gentle.
Then he swung his arms outwards and there was the keel, dripping wet, its gentle curves feminine and sweetly turned".
Julie has a friendly young mum sort of voice - haircare, baby products, soft and warm, nice and gentle, nothing to be afraid of.
When you compare the gentle coverage the royals receive in the US media with what they get on their home turf, you wonder why they don't quietly slip away and settle in, say, Orlando, Florida.
Add the sugar, eggs and beer mixture to the spiced beer and stir well over a gentle heat until it is fully combined (about 3-5 minutes).
