Necessary Steps
Any growth requires a temporary loss of security. Every autumn I think of children who for the first time are leaving the haven of their homes and entering a classroom. A huge step towards independence. Each of us probably remembers…
Thread of Baltimore
“We all should know that diversity makes for a rich tapestry, and we must understand that all the threads of the tapestry are equal in value no matter what their color.”― Maya Angelou A young woman from Indiana who as a…
Community and Connection
Every man must decide whether he will walk in the light of creative altruism or in the darkness of destructive selfishness.” —Martin Luther King, Jr. Ok, I'll admit it. For a long, long time when social media was in it's…
Saving Face and Ediface
Anyone remember the hymn "Almighty Fortress is our God?" It's always been one of my favorites. In today's world sometimes that adage gets misinterpreted.... There was a time in history when being an upstanding member of a church community was…
A Word for Independence Day
“Synchronicity is the thread that holds our whole gorgeous tapestry of everyone’s lives together.” Recently I had the honor of visiting a writers group at a "dynamic lifestyle community" called Broadmead. The session began with a short five minute writing…
All Fired Up
Just as a candle cannot burn without fire, men cannot live without a spiritual life. ~ Buddha Vermont is a magnificent State where I went to college and resided for nearly four decades. The other day I read a news…
Pray for Thee Tea
"A good laugh heals a lot of hurts." ~ Madeleine L'Engle We arrived at the British Garden Party and Fête just in time for some light-hearted humor. Professor Horn's Punch and Judy Show at St. Stephen's Anglican Church was ready…
Community Healing
"Transformation in the world happens when people are healed and start investing in other people." ~ Michael W. Smith Some weeks ago I was talking to a pastor about the fulfilling lives of two people I will be honoring soon…
Community Action
"We can not live only for ourselves. A thousand fibers connect us with our fellow men." ~ Herman Melville Love in action comes in many different ways. In heart-centered communities little free pantries, little free libraries and big community gardens…
Propagation Season
If you are a new visitor to this website, welcome! You could not have arrived at a more appropriate time. As you explore SowtheHeart.com find sanctuary. Read and reap the benefits of these stories. The mission of Sow the Heart is to provide…