Month: March 2023

A PICTURE AND A POEM: AFTERMATH

Now comes another heartbreak,another tragedy;there isn’t one clear answer,but it’s more than “wait and see”. Each time there is a shooting,it seems we point and namethe issues that affect us least,for “We aren’t the ones to blame.” There isn’t one solutionto relieve our griefs… Continue Reading “A PICTURE AND A POEM: AFTERMATH”

EXCEEDING ACCEPTANCE

I recently asked a friend, “What do you sense your soul needs most in this time of life?” His reply has remained with me, for I imagine many of us share this same longing: “Acceptance.” Being accepted by others – with all of our… Continue Reading “EXCEEDING ACCEPTANCE”

A PICTURE AND A POEM: GUIDANCE

SACRED GUIDANCE I’m in the gentle nudgesthe whispers in your earthe dreams you will rememberand the reasons for your tears. I’m in the words of mentorsthe interrupting thoughtthe lyrics of a long-held songand the “can” more than the “ought”. I’m in the spirit’s movementthe… Continue Reading “A PICTURE AND A POEM: GUIDANCE”

FINDING THE RIGHT PATH

In all affairs it’s a healthy thing now and then to hang a question mark on the things you have long taken for granted. ~ Bertrand Russell As Jim and I enjoyed a hike through the woods, our narrow path eventually merged onto a… Continue Reading “FINDING THE RIGHT PATH”

A PICTURE AND A POEM: OUT

THE DIFFERENCE “Three strikes and you’re out!” When the rulesand the worldsuggest we can’t win,you gently encourage,“Let’s try this again.” “I’m sorry, but we are all out!” When there isn’tenoughfor people in needyou lovingly nudge us,“Please, go and help feed.” “I am outdone!” When… Continue Reading “A PICTURE AND A POEM: OUT”

NEVER LEFT BEHIND

Take care that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I tell you, in heaven their angels continually see the face of my Father in heaven. What do you think? If a shepherd has a hundred sheep and one of them… Continue Reading “NEVER LEFT BEHIND”

A PICTURE AND A POEM: ARROW

ENOUGH TO KNOW I want an arrow, God. I would like a sign that showswhat I am meant to do,what is the proper path to take,what goal I should pursue. Isn’t it enough to knowthat I go along with you? I want an arrow,… Continue Reading “A PICTURE AND A POEM: ARROW”

TO LINGER TOO LONG

I stood in the lobby and pushed the elevator button to go up to our tenth-floor hotel room. Several people soon joined me, and we chatted about the beautiful day while waiting for the elevator to arrive. When a few more minutes passed, I… Continue Reading “TO LINGER TOO LONG”

A PICTURE AND A POEM: UPHILL

JOURNEY “Scenic View” the sign displayed,but I’d have to take my time,for the sign went on to warn meof the steps and uphill climb. I started out with vigor,then the path curved to the right.My steps are now uncertainas the end is not in… Continue Reading “A PICTURE AND A POEM: UPHILL”