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BEHOLD…A NEW YEAR DAWNS FOR US ALL

BEHOLD—I’ve heard that word many times during this Christmas season, and I appreciate the thought that it means to observe or perceive in a deliberate manner. My normal custom for ending a year is to review my journals and write a reflection of the year. I’m always amazed at the ways I see God at…
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BEHOLD…A NEW YEAR DAWNS FOR US ALL

Behold = To perceive through deliberate observation. BEHOLD—I’ve heard that word many times during…
January 1, 2022

THE ADVENT MYSTERY

I love the change of seasons.  I also appreciate the Church’s liturgical year with each season carrying deep meaning. Full of sameness, yet each year offering us something new. The Scripture readings do not change but our lives do! For me, Advent is a season of waiting, of hope, and a time to reflect and…
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THE ADVENT MYSTERY

Our Advent tradition I love the change of seasons.  I also appreciate the Church’s…
December 4, 2021

A PRAYER FOR AUTUMN DAYS

The past few falls my blog has included a prayer or poem about Autumn. I’ve decided to continue that tradition this year with a new prayer. Autumn can seem to bring a sense of nature slowing down and letting go, preparing for the coming winter. Perhaps we can read this prayer in a slow, meditative…
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A PRAYER FOR AUTUMN DAYS

The past few falls my blog has included a prayer or poem about…
October 1, 2021

THE WAY OF LOVE

Often as a new month approaches and I am considering what I will share in my blogpost, I reflect back on the past month and the lessons it has brought me. Early last month, I listened to a podcast with Bishop Robert Barron titled How to Discern God’s Will for Your Life. I was drawn…
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THE WAY OF LOVE

Often as a new month approaches and I am considering what I will…
September 1, 2021

JUDGE NOT…

“Wisdom comes to rest in a good heart.” Proverbs 14:33 This summer I have been reflecting back on how my life has been shaped and continues to be formed or transformed by the communities to which I belong. For over three decades, I have been blessed to be a part of twelve step recovery groups.…
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JUDGE NOT…

“Wisdom comes to rest in a good heart.” Proverbs 14:33 This summer I…
August 1, 2021

FINDING YOURSELF IN THE STORY

I have always loved summertime—its warmth and relaxed, slower pace. For me, this summer is a break from my coursework and a chance to explore our new environment here in Arkansas. Since I don’t have reading and writing homework assignments for the next two months, I’m enjoying reviewing some of my reflection assignments. Last year…
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FINDING YOURSELF IN THE STORY

Hot Springs Village, Arkansas I have always loved summertime—its warmth and relaxed, slower pace.…
July 1, 2021

TENDING MY GARDEN

After our move to Arkansas a month ago, I find myself in a new place with new people. A new season. A fresh adventure. I do love adventures though they can be risky.  Fortunately, when I find myself beyond myself, I do reach out for God.  That has been a constant saving grace in my…
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TENDING MY GARDEN

After our move to Arkansas a month ago, I find myself in a…
May 30, 2021

BEGINNING AGAIN…

I’ve spent the last two months immersed in a major life change—a move. My husband and I have moved to Hot Springs Village, Arkansas.  I’ll share more about this later. As I finish unpacking the last box, I’m reminded of a piece I wrote almost exactly two years ago. In it I reflect on another…
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BEGINNING AGAIN…

Our new backyard--our little corner of nature for this season. I’ve spent the last…
May 1, 2021

PATIENT TRUST…

I write this on Holy Saturday—a time when we pause and wait. My plan for this month’s blog entry had been to share a prayer that touches me and fits well with the Lenten season. As I write this morning, I also see how the prayer speaks to the pause and waiting of Holy Saturday.…
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PATIENT TRUST…

I write this on Holy Saturday—a time when we pause and wait. My…
April 3, 2021

GOD’S TENDER LOVING CARE

Recently, while looking for a certain document in my files, I was drawn to a file entitled, PSALM—In Praise and Gratitude. As I opened the file and began reading the psalm, I had the vague memory that I had written it. Yet, I heard the nagging voice saying to me, “No, you didn’t write this…
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GOD’S TENDER LOVING CARE

Galveston, Texas sunrise Recently, while looking for a certain document in my files, I…
March 5, 2021

AM I DOING IT WRONG?

I’m not sure when this phrase came into my life. Did someone say this to me, “You’re doing it wrong.”? Or, did I just assimilate it through experience? As I am allowing my word or theme for 2021—listen deeply—to live in me, I sense God’s desire to go deeper with me in healing those old…
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AM I DOING IT WRONG?

Barren trees displaying their glory in the light of the sun. I’m not sure…
January 30, 2021