I got lost in the city. Where did she take me? I can’t fight the words of constant angst and tension that lay within her bones. They are ever pressing on me, over and through me. They are raging inward and outward. What battle are you raging at? What battle can be won? I am not of the … Read More
“Light of Life, speak to me.” I pray in this moment, “Let your love undo me.” This is my heart song as I head up the mountain.
Oh, Music, How You Move Me! Have you ever watched a director’s cut of a movie? It often lacks a musical score. The director talks over the film, explaining each scene’s aim. It’s easy to get distracted. Without the music, you miss the story’s intentional hook. On the flip side, have you been caught up in the moment … Read More
As a human in a culture that values hustle and bustle, wearing the busyness of life as a badge of honor, I feel out of place. I long for quiet, to sit and be. I want the subtle sounds of nature to wash over me with their beauty as I allow myself to ponder what the birds are … Read More
Recently, a movie was released about imaginary childhood friends who have been forgotten by their kids, who are now grown-ups. The film follows the story of one little girl as she attempts to find new kids for the IFs, hoping to place them before they disappear forever. She discovers that other kids can’t see them; they belong to … Read More
Transitions often bring with them new rhythms. I haven’t always associated transitions with new rhythms in my routine, but as I get older the more I recognize patterns that change with each stage of life. Our spiritual lives also have a natural ebb and flow to them. We may not understand that its normal to have shifting ideas … Read More
I Wonder what the dark invites me to We are three days away from the winter solstice; it’s getting darker earlier than ever. As I reflect on the darkness of the season and check in with my moods. I find myself drawing inward, wanting to enter the season by staying home with a warm cup of tea in … Read More
This year, I was privileged to find beautiful art-filled advent cards. Every morning, I light a tall white taper candle and then flip over the card for that day. I spend a moment gazing upon the artwork, letting the image wash over me; I pay attention to what I am sensing and feeling within proximity to the scene … Read More