Each Lent, I am inspired to change my life significantly, draw closer to Christ, and well, become as saintly as possible. I make heartfelt promises to myself and God, commit to a new way of being, and attempt to sacrifice several earthly comforts. Then, about two weeks into Lent, my inspiration wanes. Some life “obstacle”… Continue reading Living Lent Lightly- Disciplines for the Easily Distracted or Discouraged

There’s a puzzling attitude in our apartment complex that I’ve named, “apartment apathy.” Pet clean-up stations are conveniently scattered all around our campus, but on my morning walks I see lots of piles. Some of them are less than fifteen feet away from these stations! I once even picked up a bag with a mess… Continue reading A New “Mess-Understanding”

I glimpse your bright splendor in the morning sunrise. I calm in your surprising peace during difficult times. I smile at your joy in the unique beauty of each flower. I hear your reassuring voice in the stillness of the night. I marvel at your healing touch on this weary soul. I notice your gentle… Continue reading To God, With Love

Since my time with cancer, I consider every day a bonus day; a day to be savored and lived abundantly. This has increased my mindfulness about daily living as well as my awareness of cherished moments. Recently I’ve noticed that many of my daily routines and habits have now become sacred rituals for me. Gratitude… Continue reading Noticing Day: A Time of Gratitude

When I began playing the guitar, my fingertips were quite sore from pressing down the strings until calluses finally developed. Although I didn’t like the way my hands felt, the calluses helped me to play without pain. After walking too many miles in ill-fitting shoes, I was also relieved when a painful blister eventually formed into a… Continue reading Calluses and Callousness