Busy Lizzy
I met Lizzy some months ago as I strolled around my backyard. She seemed to want company as much as I did. After a few minutes I went in for a glass of water. Lizzy went on her way … Continue reading →
Karen
Small Pleasures
The other day I went for a walk under a clear blue sky after a beautiful rainfall. As I strolled I started thinking about the small pleasures that marked my day. I had clean air to breathe. I had delicious … Continue reading →
Be Still
Recently I joined a group of people as we meditated on the goodness and presence of God. Our leader encouraged us to say the following prayer based on the first half of Psalm 46:10. I found it very comforting. Maybe … Continue reading →
The Little Way
The “Little Way” is a simple approach to the spiritual life that seeks to do ordinary things with extraordinary love. St. Thérèse of Lisieux, France (1873-1897) is known for what she called her ‘little way’ that consisted of performing “small virtues,” not making … Continue reading →
Living a Quiet Life
“. . . and to make it your ambition to lead a quiet life: You should mind your own business and work with your hands . . .” (Thess. 4:11) For most of my childhood I was a shy, … Continue reading →
Happy Birthday, Beautiful Julie
My heart is filled with precious memories of my first-born Julie’s life from her birth to this birthday and all those in between. She’s the owner and creator of an amazing company, BraveWriter.com, the author of several books, the mother … Continue reading →
Happy Halloween!
Halloween fun with my son Jim and his wife Michiko at “Nights of the Jack.’ I’ve never been much for Halloween but this special display and walk-around with two of my favorite people was great fun and reminded me of … Continue reading →
Caitrin’s Wedding
I remember the day my granddaughter Caitrin and I played together at the park near her home in Ohio–more than twenty years ago. I was going back to California in a few days and she asked me if we … Continue reading →
“There’s A Crack in Everything”
I love this line from Leonard Cohen’s song, “Anthem.” “There is a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.” I find it a great reminder to allow my imperfections and those of others to lead me through my … Continue reading →
Ah! Sweet Memories
While resting and recovering from my stroke I decided to take a look at some of my journals over the last twenty years while camping and hiking with friends in the Sierra Mountains. Here’s one from August, 1998. “I have … Continue reading →