We HOLD These Truths

***This is the first in a series I’m writing about the meaning of the individual words of the US Declaration of Independence. Words have meaning but I’ve found they can be interpreted in different ways based on the emphasis, or combination of words, or one person’s perspective. I’m exploring this topic, along with the USContinue reading “We HOLD These Truths”

Facing the Anxiety of the Unknown

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!! Or is it??? In traditional fashion, the new year has arrived with fireworks and fanfare, toasts and celebration. And more than any other week of the year it is the promise of a fresh start that prompts goal setting and resolutions, organizing, and quitting of bad habits taking place all over theContinue reading “Facing the Anxiety of the Unknown”

What Is That SMELL?

I’ve become more and more appreciative of tastes and smells this last year, especially as I’ve worked on my health habits, embracing meditation and relaxation for better mental health, and of course the ongoing awareness of whether I might lose my sense of taste and smell with Covid 19! Thankfully that hasn’t happened. I’ve especiallyContinue reading “What Is That SMELL?”

They Know Not What They Do

I might ruffle your feathers a little today. I’ve just spent the last couple days sitting on a porch by myself in the country and I invite you to pull up a chair on the porch with me. I would like to talk about a sensitive topic and I invite you to stick around, evenContinue reading “They Know Not What They Do”

SPOILER ALERT!

Here’s the good news…we know how the story ends. And it ends well. WHEW! We could all use a happy ending, right?!?! That would be the story of Easter, my friends. Today is the first day of the Season of Lent in the Christian church, when many follow a practice of “fasting” or sacrifice, toContinue reading “SPOILER ALERT!”