He sat by the well and questioned why. Though it wasn’t expressed at first, my greeting opened a door and he risked being vulnerable. In his arms he securely held his little grandson, who was both enthused and calmed by the falling water; a momentary peace in his daily struggle with autism. The peace didn’t […]
Read MoreThe 24-Hour Gift
Maybe you’ve noticed. It seems like we turn the page of a calendar and suddenly find ourselves in the middle of the month. Whether they are well planned or uneventful, the days are fleeting. Perhaps it becomes clearer with the passage of time, but life truly is a gift given to us in 24-hour packages. […]
Read MoreLight in the Darkness
Every year between Thanksgiving and New Year’s day, the world gets a little brighter. The lights of Christmas illuminate our landscape and we welcome their arrival. The leaves are gone, the air is cold and darkness comes earlier to our days. Yet in this setting, we find ourselves anticipating something joyous and give expression to […]
Read MoreThe Best Laid Plans
There was egg on my face. Literally. The day’s schedule was full and my “to do” list was long. I skipped breakfast to get a head start, thinking brunch would be a better choice. The morning flew and a glance at the clock reminded me that time had arrived. I decided a couple of microwaved eggs wouldn’t […]
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