{Pretty, Happy, Funny, Real}
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June 25, 2015
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This Thing Called Life
~Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life with Like Mother, Like Daughter~ {Pretty} The recent heat wave has done wonders for my garden. All of my tomato plants are outgrowing their cages; I should have believed the tags when they said to plant them three feet apart! These beauties are on my sungold … Continue reading "{Pretty, Happy, Funny, Real}"
Read MoreRemember: A Communion Meditation
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June 22, 2015
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Loving God
The small fellowship we attend on Sunday mornings celebrates communion weekly. Each week, a different member of the congregation shares a brief meditation before we share the bread and the cup. I took a turn yesterday; this is a slightly modified version of what I said. Quick – without looking, describe the color scheme of the … Continue reading "Remember: A Communion Meditation"
Read MoreThis Too Shall Pass
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June 15, 2015
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This Thing Called Life
In the press of days, in the midst of the prosaic everyday tasks that must be done, in the routine of routine, it is easy to forget. It’s easy to forget that this moment is but a flash in the pan, a brief wink in the span of eternity. I am but grass, a flower … Continue reading "This Too Shall Pass"
Read MoreWorthwhile Weekend Words
Things I found worthwhile this week: Our world is far from perfect, but, as Carmella reminds us in her beautiful post, every day, we have the perfect opportunity to make it just a little bit better. Have you read Sheryl Sandburg’s post about the death of her husband? Some good words, here: “Even a simple … Continue reading "Worthwhile Weekend Words"
Read MoreThe Full Story: On Archbishops and Scandals and Grace
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June 08, 2015
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Loving Others
I read an opinion piece published on The Spectator this week, one regarding the recent vote in Ireland to legalize gay marriage. In it, gay atheist Matthew Parris criticizes the Archbishop of Dublin and his response to the referendum, but not for the reasons you might think. Not because the Archbishop was too harsh, or unloving, or judgmental. … Continue reading "The Full Story: On Archbishops and Scandals and Grace"
Read MoreWorthwhile Weekend Words
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June 06, 2015
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This Thing Called Life
Just two posts for you this week, both well worth your time. This one, from Micha Boyett over at Christianity Today, is beautiful. “Here’s what matters: Not that my child has Down syndrome. Not that he is healthy or unhealthy. Not whether my tiny pregnant belly was cute or whether Ace is an adorable baby. Instagram … Continue reading "Worthwhile Weekend Words"
Read MoreWhat I Learned in May
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June 01, 2015
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This Thing Called Life
Emily over at Chatting at the Sky has made it a practice to record the things she learns each month. It’s a valuable habit, this habit of reflection, and so I’ve been joining her in it this year. If you’d like to join us as we remember, you can comment on this post with what you … Continue reading "What I Learned in May"
Read MoreWorthwhile Weekend Words
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May 31, 2015
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This Thing Called Life
Some good reads from the past few weeks. (With the exception of the first link, there’s a common theme here … can you guess what I’ve been thinking about recently?) First, this was the best response to the Josh Duggar situation that I saw (not that I read all that many). I appreciated the Venn … Continue reading "Worthwhile Weekend Words"
Read More{Pretty, Happy, Funny, Real}
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May 28, 2015
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This Thing Called Life
~Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life with Like Mother, Like Daughter~ {Pretty} The daisies are just beginning to make an appearance again, and this makes me so very happy. I’ve had to forego my regular walks of late due to rather unfriendly seasonal allergies, but I made the trek down to the end … Continue reading "{Pretty, Happy, Funny, Real}"
Read MoreChoosing This Moment: Practical Steps
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May 26, 2015
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This Thing Called Life
I’ve been thinking about the title of this blog lately, about choosing this moment, about being fully present in this life I’m living. I’ve been thinking about slow living, simple living, about how I spend my minutes and my days, about creativity and relationships and writing. I’ve been thinking about these things in my off moments, … Continue reading "Choosing This Moment: Practical Steps"
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