finding peace
There are times when a withdrawal is necessary. To conserve strength, regain perspective, focus on the changes that can take place within. This cycle inevitably requires a return as well. Whether it is to face... More »
There are times when a withdrawal is necessary. To conserve strength, regain perspective, focus on the changes that can take place within. This cycle inevitably requires a return as well. Whether it is to face... More »
Doesn't loving someone compassionately mean that we love them very closely? Sure it does! An old saying tells us that two people who are close friends or lovers are "attached at the hip." So why... More »
I felt the roller coaster of emotions again today... and I know why I lean toward the relaxation of spirit and dreams, because Reality is very harsh sometimes. I refuse to give in and compromise... More »
The other day, my son came running and screaming into the house, "There are eagles outside! There are eagles outside!" He's 4, and we've had a bald eagle nesting in our old growth trees since... More »
I do not know that i am a connoisseur of anything, but since you ask ed and i feel like answering, i would say creative and artistic expression without training or skills. Meaning, that i... More »
Playing the role on life’s stage In the current social, political, and environmental climate we are faced with an ever-increasing need to cope with change. The ways in which we react to change have a... More »
I return to old poems weaving between them avoidance-refusal turning away from some plunging into others Turning pages of developing images frame by yellowing frame placing each fragment into a draw-bag pulling the string... More »
The awe in autumn..., a time to photograph..., a time for creativity [ click image for lightbox ] a time for play, magic and wonder [ click image for lightbox ] a... More »
Crazy title, right? Well, it’s what I think of when I teach my ESL Grammar 01 class. Seriously. Here’s why…. Level 1 ESL students are spiritual people regardless of their religion. How do I know?... More »
Someone asked me this question today: "why is there beauty?" Interesting question , I thought. This was my response: I just asked my daughter how she'd answer your question and her reply was: "beauty is... More »