Monthly Archives: May 2010

Beauty & Brevity

"Every day    I consider     the lilies- how they are dressed- and the ravens-     how they are fed-  and how each of these  is a miracle of Lord-love    and of sorrow-for the lilies    in their bright dressescannot last    but wrinkle fast and fall, and the little … Continue reading

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Goodness

"The grace of the love of the skies be thine,The grace of the love of the stars be thine,The grace of the love of the moon be thine,The grace of the love of the sun be thine."~Carmina Gadelica Over the … Continue reading

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Meditation

This morning I was privileged to observe a small turtle that had made its way out of a pond that skirts a walking path I frequent. I watched as it sat in the morning sun, the dewy grass creating a … Continue reading

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Torn Pieces

"Everything in the universe is made by union, by the coming together of elements that seek out one another." Teilhard de Chardin I have been doing a little late spring cleaning, going through the stacks of papers that seem to … Continue reading

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Transitions

"For everything there is a season"…………Ecclesiastes 3 Being one of those people who often talk their way into an understanding of personal awareness, I found myself explaining to a group of dear friends yesterday what was going on in my … Continue reading

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Fair Share

Yesterday morning I read of a new Panera Bread restaurant in St. Louis. As customers arrive at the store they are greeted by the sign that simply says:"Take what you need, leave your fair share.” While still serving its delicious … Continue reading

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Paying Homage

This morning started out with a flurry of activity. Last night I had baked a cake that I wanted to share with my co-workers and knew I had to run to the grocery store this morning for whipping cream to … Continue reading

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Weaving

What a glorious weekend we've had! Here in Minnesota the days were filled with bright sunshine and warm temperatures. The rains we had earlier last week created a lush blanket of green grass that rivals the Irish countryside. With the … Continue reading

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End Times

I know people who are really drawn to certain kinds of buildings. Barns, for instance. They are drawn to the beauty and intrigue of the many kinds of barns that dot the landscape of our country. Red barns, brick barns, … Continue reading

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Bring Many Names

"Turner of the Season's Wheel, while I have slept you have been hastening summer. Before I enter into the motion of the day-star, I rest in the stillness of the wheel's turning." ~Caitlin Matthews I begin many of my mornings … Continue reading

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