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The Path We Tread
It takes you somewhere or nowhere. It leaves shadows in front of you. It leaves shadows behind you. It points directions that you must take. Watch it take shape, Watch it change colors, Watch it take strides. You are confused, You are frustrated, You are torn. You ask for it to be straight, direct and…
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Shepherd, Shepherd, hear the Calling
My introduction to the writings of St. Teresa of Avila came from a Buddhist friend. She had recently moved to live and work at a retreat center in Dutchess County, New York after two decades living in busy Brooklyn and Manhattan. After sharing photos of the bucolic beauty that enriches her daily routines, she let…
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A Curved Path
We oftentimes walk on a path that curves to the right or left in life. This photo of a paved path that curves to the right. It has walls of vegetation on both sides and the vegetation is very thick. So thick, you cannot see outside of the path. The world is hidden to the…
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From the Cocoon
TRAILS AND TRIBULATION Trails can quickly change. They can suddenly become the unexpected, the not-your-usual walk through the woods. Round a corner and bam – a hairpin turn, a steep incline, a vast wilderness or fierce predator, even a drop off a cliff. And rarely a “Hazard Ahead” sign to mark what’s coming. God calls to us…
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Advent Trail Movie List
Tonight, I am sharing with you a list of movies and documentaries to watch this winter on women who have been on this life changing trail…. Redwood Highway (2013) This movie shows that you are never too old to learn something new. A Far Off Place (1993) A Disney film where a young girl, her American friend,…
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The Small Gestures that can Reset our Souls…
Late in the afternoon last Saturday, I was attempting to put lights and garland on my fireplace mantel like I do each year. Nothing was staying in place and two strings of lights ended up falling down and breaking. I had been feeling overwhelmed with the coming of the holidays and the pressure to get…
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My Friends Threw in the Towel, But I kept Walking…
Several years ago, I read the book The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative by Florence William. This book has inspired me to spend time outside nearly every day and it has helped me to push myself to get into better shape. Yes, I have had that lifelong battle with my…
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A Trail of Poetry
Over the years I have written to friends needing support and encouragement. Learning my words helped another gave me a great feeling. Several years ago, poetry sparked my interest and I attempted this genre. A friend said a poetry group met at a local library. With some trepidation, I decided to attend. The poets have…
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Yesterday
This Cherokee proverb is often a much-needed reminder for me. If I could tattoo it on a loved one’s forehead so that I could see it all the time, I would. 🙂 I have had to settle for putting it on my refrigerator as I do visit that frequently. I especially need these words during…
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Footprints…
I’ve left footprints upon grains of sand. I’ve left footprints in the dirt. I’ve left my footprints on a wooded path. They became a trail where I could leave my hurt. I’ve left wet footprints on the sidewalk. I’ve left crunchy footprints in the snow. I’ve scattered leaves with shuffled footprints, And each print…