We had some wonderful rain the last few days and oh how we needed it. I decided to take advantage of this lovely gift and stay indoors one day all day–in my bathrobe. It felt so good to be ‘lazy.’ I read, watched TV, strolled from one room … Continue reading →
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 and I didn’t see her again–that is until yesterday. … Continue reading →
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 food to eat. I had pure water to drink. … Continue reading →
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 it will comfort you too. Be still and know … Continue reading →
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 grandiose sacrifices to God, but acts of holiness and … Continue reading →
“. . . 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, quiet person, obeying my teachers and parents and giving … Continue reading →
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 of five remarkable adult children and now a grandmother … Continue reading →
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 my childhood walking the neighborhood with my siblings and … Continue reading →
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 could play there again and again on my visits. … Continue reading →
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 life. I’ll never get it all together and neither … Continue reading →