Posts filed under: Inspiration

3 Suggestions to Start the New Year

It’s not a stretch to say the journey through 2020 looked a lot like the accompanying photo.  Foggy. Uncertain. Stark and uncomfortable. Yet, for many of us, these past months... Read More

Christmas Blessings, Hope for the New Year

As we journey through a holiday season like no other we have experienced, may we open our hearts to the peace and joy the Divine offers in the awareness of... Read More

When Simple Does Not Mean Easy

The accompanying photo brings to mind an incident that happened years ago when my beloved and I were first married. My mother-in-law, a gifted seamstress in her own right, told... Read More

Are You An Empath?

Some people—unfortunately and too often, women—are considered overly emotional. While it’s true there may be physiological reasons for their frequent or sudden outbursts of feelings, it would be a mistake... Read More

Wishing You a Blessed Thanksgiving

As we celebrate a Thanksgiving different than any we have ever experienced, may we open our hearts with gratitude to the blessings of Divine love, grace, and mercy Have no... Read More

Do You Really Want to Fake It Till You Make It?

Some folks are a fan of the philosophy “fake it till you make it.” While I can understand why they might believe this to be a worthwhile venture, I’ve never... Read More

Why Taking Responsibility for Our Emotions is More Important Than Ever

One of the most frequent topics in spiritual direction is emotions. “Why do I feel this way?” “What am I supposed to do with them?” These questions seem more relevant... Read More

What a Leaf Can Teach Us

No, I’m not talking to the trees these days. On the other hand, that might not be such a bad idea, all things considered. From my perspective, the life of... Read More

Everywhere We Turn, a Number

Over the past several months my beloved and I have reduced the time we spend watching the news and scrolling on social media. And I know we’re not alone. So... Read More

Are You Sensitive to Your Senses?

It’s so easy to take them for granted. Without thought or plan, these five accompany us through our day. In many ways, a gift we tend to take for granted.... Read More