This article appeared first as a Guest Column in The Transylvania Times in Brevard, North Carolina. Like you, spaces of all kinds have opened for me over the years. When I’m 10 years old, my friend Sara’s dad suddenly dies at the community center where we gather and swim. After playing handball in a windowed court we peer into, Mr. … [Read more...]
Newly Connect, Allowing Unexpected Gifts to Arise as They Will
Enjoy this article which first appeared in The Transylvania Times, Brevard, North Carolina …In each moment you exist in an exquisite perfection of your own making, and your own collaboration with one another… The Way of Mastery How connected are you with yourself, honoring your understandings, values, and ways? How connected are you … [Read more...]
Piecing our Lives Together
This view of a patchwork garden at the North Carolina Arboretum caught my eye on a clear, August morning strolling with a friend. Today, this photo speaks to me of our lives, how we piece them together in harmony or not. For instance, long ago, I lived amid a chaotic atmosphere of mail piles, newspapers I hadn't read, and a list of chores to … [Read more...]
Now is the Time
This summer, I wrote a few letters at a time to women who gave me a send off from northeast Ohio when we moved to western North Carolina in 2007.Yes.My heart was ready to write heartfelt thank you letters to women I loved and moved away from 16 years after we moved and to call long-ago acquaintances to see what connections might be … [Read more...]
Look Out, Look Up, Look Around
When I look out to witness amazing moments like this one, I’m struck by awe, grabbing my camera to catch the scene. Oh, my. Compared to where I lived before, tucked down a hill below the road, hidden by a large holly tree, I’m living in a spot which allows us to see so much when we pay attention. Working on the sun-soaked hillside in back on his … [Read more...]
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