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Delusional No More
I grew up believing men would always be gentlemen and prefer to be courteous to women. I grew up believing anyone would choose love over hate. I grew up thinking no one would be cruel if it weren't necessary. I have been surprised by uncalled for hostility by men...young and old...whom I don't even know. …
When I wasn’t looking…
...God forgave for me, my ex-husband's abuses; I don't need to recall them again. The sun has set on my fears of being broke; I find one doesn't die from loss. The statute of limitations for workplace grievance is long past gone. (Lord, help me to be empty of all the rest, so that …
Device Protection (Reprise)
(Originally posted to TheViewFrom5022 in February of 2016) There is a tendency, these days, for people to make an almost knee-jerk adjustment from experiencing real and intense events, to suddenly detaching from that experience by putting a cell phone in front of their faces. That shift from experiencing the moment to recording the moment, protects …
Great grace was upon them all
This morning I have combined Lectio Divina with my Centering Prayer practice. This first reading of this morning’s lectionary is describing the harmonious life among the early believers after Jesus’ resurrection. It is from the Book of Acts. “They were of one heart and one soul and they had all things in common…nor was there …
A modern day psalm
I was fortified. I consciously followed Jesus as my Pattern, I practiced the presence of God, I knew kenosis, self emptying...but, I was stunned silent. Devastated. I was knocked off my feet. Discombobulated! I was unprepared for the cruelty and jealousy In a 'religious' enemy of my soul. I was condemned and falsely accused. I …
The Last Amendment
I have the right to love you and you cannot stop me. This applies to enemies as well as family members. A beloved family member has chosen to declare that I am no longer a part of his life. I understand why. It stems from his very early childhood ... a time that was overwhelming …