Grace Place
I've often heard coming to a place of grace described as "living in of state of contentment." In every situation, when life becomes stormy there is a bright spot. Perhaps if we can find a beam of light in the…
The Art of the Flutterby
How could one possibly turn down an opportunity to be involved with a special art sale of botanical art illustrations? I feel excited to be given the opportunity. Who better to interpret the life cycle of the monarchs than an…
A Year Long Journey
Have you ever taken a year to study a book? I'm about to wrap up this experience. I and a small learning circle of people from Mays Chapel United Methodist Church have been on a quest pondering the writings of…
Providing Appreciated Space
Last fall I joined in on a book club at the Church of the Good Shepard in Ruxton, Maryland. I am grateful for this space where our members can meet and communicate about our joint interests. We have a thirst for…
Heightened Seasonal Awareness
It's days like this that I never want summer to end. I'm celebrating each cerculean blue sky. High humidity or not, the long bright, hot days couldn't be more welcomed. Every early morning walk comes at a brisk pace because…
Neighborly Caring
Some weeks ago when I was walking to church I was greeted by a neighbor and her dog. We see each other most mornings when I set out for my daily walk, and when she oh so patiently takes her…
Doc of the Important Things
“You have succeeded in life when all you really want is only what you really need.” —Vernon Howard Have you seen the film about Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus? These two young guys have a very important story to share…
Forever Young
“With age comes the inner, the higher life. Who would be forever young, to dwell always in externals?” ~Elizabeth Cady Stanton Last month I attended a 90th birthday party for a very dear family member. There was wonderful food,…
A Wrap on a Fulfilling Week
Welcome back to the conclusion of one very fulfilling week in the writing life of yours truly which took place at Drew University Theological School, pictured above. If you missed out on the previous posts in this summer meanderings series,…
Clearing the Way
If you read my first two blog posts in this series about my travels on Pentecost Sunday, welcome back! If not, get caught up by going back to the previous blogs called Front Porch Scenery and Amish Highways and Byways. *********…