Creative Assistance
"The most regretful people... felt the call to creative work... and gave to it neither power nor time." ~ Mary Oliver Some weeks ago I was speaking on the phone with someone about writing and how it's difficult to know…
Circles of Support
When the pandemic struck, due to social distancing restrictions, I was stopped in my tracks from meeting people in my new community. For the first time in more than a year I am finally able to gather with a group…
Power of a Planted Seed
A seed neither fears light nor darkness, but uses both to grow.” ` Unknown Today, I am going to share what seems like an inconceivable story of hope and revival. It makes me ponder the importance of never giving up. A…
Alive with Joy
Happy Easter, Everyone! I'm feeling joyful. If you believe in the Easter story which goes from crucifixion to resurrection, it gives one hope that our own lives can be revived and renewed even after a very difficult season such as…
Blessings from Afar
"Ash Wednesday is full of joy...the source of all sorrow is the illusion that of ourselves we are only anything but dust." - Thomas Merton The pandemic has touched our lives in so many ways. Some months ago I was…
Laying Down Key Words
" ...a nation not broken, just simply unfinished..." - Amanda Gordon - American poet Oh how beautifully meaningful the words of poetress Amanda Gordon were at the Inauguration ceremony of the 46th President of the United States. Her countenance…
Yet To Do List
0 HAPPY 2021! I've decided to make a different sort of New Years resolution list this year. My goal is to start with a blank slate and see if I can fill it up with things I have Never…
2020: Heartfelt Ponderings
This week I'm focused on giving thanks for 2020! Yes! Despite all, there are blessings to recall! The year 2020 has been unique and challenging for everyone. An increased number of people have turned to dabbling with many…
Unifying Our Communities
The more I read about the idea of gathering in small groups to build stronger neighborhoods such as suggested on a variety of websites like GraceTable the more enamored I become with this concept. When we live in strong communities…
Drawn into a Painting
"There is something of God's spirit in each of us." - Quaker beliefs Oh, the power of a painting! I was charmed to see a well-executed canvas of Little Falls Friends Meeting House in the plein air exhibit I attended at…