My spiritual director had the room all set up for me when I arrived yesterday morning. There were small stones set around a candle on a low table in front of where I usually sit. Of course, I commented that it was different. She asked if she had my permission to push me a little … Continue reading Touching the Pain
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Superlatives
It was the only marginally o.k. of times, it was some pretty bad times…. Not much of an opener, right? I went to a writers’ workshop this weekend, and mystery writer Nancy Pickard offered us some amazing advice on reworking drafts and looking for places to add lift and excitements to our scenes. She shared … Continue reading Superlatives
Be Brave
My son and I went to the Carolina Renaissance Festival this weekend with some friends. It was incredible. Of course, any time I get to pretend I’m a princess is incredible – that’s been true since I was two years old! My child had a wonderful time too, but he did get kindly called out … Continue reading Be Brave
Thursday Prayer: Unseasonably Cold
We've had a cold day here in Savannah. Here's a prayer for cold days, and all days, if we're honest. Source: Thursday Prayer: Unseasonably Cold
Now Playing: The Theo Tacos
I spent several days this month with a wonderful group of pastors exploring how improvisation – especially the skills learned for comedy improv – can also help us with spiritual formation. This is true in the church, where most of my colleagues are currently serving – and it is equally true for those of us … Continue reading Now Playing: The Theo Tacos
Don’t Yuck My Yum!
I learned many things at my conference at Columbia Theological Seminary’s “Yes, And: Improvisational Leadership in Times of Dizzying Change" conference. I learned a lot of improv skills. I learned how they relate to ministry, including my work in spiritual direction. And I learned that I both miss congregational ministry and am grateful to have … Continue reading Don’t Yuck My Yum!
Anticipation
“We can never know about the days to come But we think about them anyway, yay” -Carly Simon I’m on my last day before a three day vacation (oops -- I mean conference) in Atlanta. Yes, I will be working, but these breaks always seem like such a lovely time to get away from housework, … Continue reading Anticipation
Ups & Downs
I must admit that I am not riveted to the news broadcasts coming out of Las Vegas this morning after the horrific shooting there last night. Not because I don’t care, but because I care too much. I am aware that knowing a few facts are important – that there were people killed and injured, … Continue reading Ups & Downs
Remember the People of the Virgin Islands
I have been following this blog since just about the time I started blogging and I thought his perspective on hurricanes was so relevant.
Grocery Gratitude
We had friends over yesterday so I ran to the grocery store after church to pick up a couple of shared favorite snacks. But I didn’t have my weekly list done – so I need to go back to the grocery store today. And if we’re running low on ground beef or chicken, I’ll have … Continue reading Grocery Gratitude
Openings: Let the Spirit in 