Monthly Archives: June 2013

Guided by Spirit

When I was cleaning my office in preparation for our move to a new building, I decided it was time to go through my binders full of paper (no prior election puns intended) and recycle the many articles, notes, and … Continue reading

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Bending toward Justice

Somewhere we must come to see that human progress never rolls in on the wheels of inevitability. It comes through the tireless efforts and the persistent work of dedicated individuals who are willing to be co-workers with God. And without … Continue reading

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Spiritual and Religious

It was a thunderstorm induced plane delay in Wisconsin that set the wheels in motion. My colleague texted me Friday, worried that her forced rebooking would interfere with my plans to pick her up at the airport to drive together … Continue reading

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Blogging in Narnia

I am in Narnia as I write this morning. I literally opened the wardrobe, parted the thick, furry coats, and stepped through the door onto a little ledge among the mountain top vista which surrounds me as I write. It … Continue reading

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Both Feet

I have had a favorite family story on my mind all weekend. Maybe it is because of the media barrage of “father” images on this greeting-card holiday, or maybe it has more to do with the lessons I am learning … Continue reading

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Being Still

I am not naturally inclined toward being still. If I am truly honest about my nature, motion and action are central to my daily living and to the trajectory of my personal and professional growth. I have been described across … Continue reading

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Forty Three

Forty-three small points of light for which I am grateful today, in no particular order… Friends, near and far Finding and redefining family The chipmunk that lives in my garden The taste of homegrown tomatoes and basil My daughter’s laughter … Continue reading

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Unexpected tears

Whenever you find tears in your eyes, especially unexpected tears, it is well to pay the closest attention. They are not only telling you something about the secret of who you are but, more often than not, God is speaking … Continue reading

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Remembering Robin

Today, I finished purging my files and packing the seven orange crates that will move my professional life to our new office building.  I have been thinking about packing as nuisance, not nostalgia, since this particular move has nothing to … Continue reading

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Susan Speaks Spirit

I have spent the past week weaving together photos, reflections, quotes, and other tributes from members of my faith community as we prepare to say good-bye and send our well-wishes to Susan, who has been our Associate Rector for the … Continue reading

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