Tag Archives: Waiting

Waiting with Mrs. Gibbs

Posted on February 22, 2015 by harasprice

This week, I am reflecting on the word, “wait” as a part of the online faith formation for St. Thomas. As I sit with this word, my mind drifts back to one particular time and place. I was a sophomore … Continue reading →

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Advent Words: Heal and Thank

Posted on December 20, 2014 by harasprice

I sit tonight with two days of advent words on my mind and in my heart: “heal” and “thank.” I was in travel-mode yesterday, in route to visit family. So, I set aside my nightly writing to enjoy the family … Continue reading →

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Advent Word: Watch

Posted on December 6, 2014 by harasprice

On this Saturday evening, I am taking time to settle by my fire, to tend to my spirit as this first week of advent draws to a close. I have held my advent word (watch) close to my heart today. … Continue reading →

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Joy, part 2 (right now)

Posted on December 20, 2013 by harasprice

As I write today’s blog, I am waiting with joy for several things, right here and right now. First, I am waiting with joy to spend some holiday time with my family. We are en route, my daughter and I, … Continue reading →

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Advent 3: Joy

Posted on December 15, 2013 by harasprice

There was a song in my heart that morning, driving into the city in the back of my parent’s little blue Datsun, immediately after church. I had spent several Saturdays boarding a bus and practicing, and now it was time … Continue reading →

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Peace, part 1 (the image)

Posted on December 9, 2013 by harasprice

I have an image that has stayed with me over time, a simple but transformative moment of awareness. I have never tried to give it words, but it filled my mind tonight, so I will attempt to bring it to … Continue reading →

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Hope, part 4 (the title)

Posted on December 4, 2013 by harasprice

In my current vocational life, I have the privilege of walking the path of scholarly development along with my doctoral student colleagues. I am writing this blog today as I proctor an exam for the students in my research methods … Continue reading →

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Hope, part 3 (the gift)

Posted on December 3, 2013 by harasprice

All I wanted for Christmas that year was a Rubik’s cube. Now, that sounds like a ridiculously cheap and easy holiday gift, compared with iPads and Xboxes dominating lists today. But, in 1981, it really was all I wanted. Purchasing … Continue reading →

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Hope, part 1 (the test)

Posted on December 1, 2013 by harasprice

Today is December 1. It is the first day of Advent. It is also World AIDS Day. Not coincidentally, when we lit the first candle of the advent wreath this morning in my faith community and spoke words about prophecy … Continue reading →

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Waiting Game

Posted on August 10, 2013 by harasprice

I have been working around my house today while trying to think of some pithy or poignant story about waiting in response to this week’s “Who is My Neighbor” theme. But, the cold and hard truth is that I do … Continue reading →

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