On the tenth day of Christmas, my true love gave me a profound gift: grace. This grace manifested not as an external token but as an inner strength within myself. In my role as a spiritual guide, I often remind those I teach to be gentle with themselves. Whether adopting a new practice or revisiting … Continue reading Embracing Grace on the Tenth Day of Christmas
The ninth day of Christmas brought an unexpected gift: darkness. Not a new kind of darkness, but an old and familiar one, rediscovered. It manifested in the symbol of night, a theme poetically delivered to my inbox by one of my favorite poets, Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer (wordwoman.com): “…and the night is a nestbig enough to … Continue reading The Ninth Day of Christmas: Embracing the Gift of Darkness
On the New Year and the eighth day of Christmas, my True Love gifted me something special: the power of reframing. Though I recognize the Western construct of the calendar I follow, acknowledging the cyclical nature of life as a blessing has been transformative. The eighth day of Christmas and New Year’s Day provide a … Continue reading Reframing Beginnings: Embracing Growth and Presence on Christmas’s Eighth Day
As the seventh day of Christmas coincided with the last day of 2023, it became a profound moment for reflection for me. This unique overlap marked not just the end of a year but also a time to introspect deeply. I chose this day to ponder the lessons learned, the gifts received, and the grief … Continue reading Reflections on the Seventh Day of Christmas: Embracing Change and Deepening Faith
On the sixth day of Christmas, my True Love gifted me something invaluable: Presence. Yesterday, the final day of our festive celebrations, marked the departure of our cherished Christmas visitors—our daughter and her boyfriend. In the past, such days were overshadowed by a sense of impending loss, a preoccupation with the ‘goodbye.’ However, this year, … Continue reading On the Sixth Day of Christmas: Embracing Presence
On the fifth day of Christmas, my True Love gave to me: a journey. Let me set the scene a bit. We have lived in proximity to the nation’s capital of the United States for almost 32 years. A favorite excursion for us is heading into town at night to walk around the monuments - … Continue reading The Fifth Day of Christmas: Finding Joy in the Detours
During this festive season, I had the pleasure of immersing myself not in my own creativity, but in the artistry of others. The fourth day of Christmas took me on a journey through a local artists' collective and gallery, where a spectrum of artistic expressions came alive. The gallery showcased an impressive array of mediums … Continue reading On the Fourth Day of Christmas: Embracing Creativity
As the third day of Christmas unfolded, a gift from my True Love emerged: the essence of renewal. This week, I've paused my usual work routine, anticipating a return on Sunday. It's a curious observation of mine that several days into a vacation, one truly begins to experience the profound sense of relaxation and detachment … Continue reading On the Third Day of Christmas: Embracing Renewal
On the second day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: a startlement. Sometimes, the unexpected graces our lives, especially when we cling to preconceived notions about forthcoming events. My wife, Linda, found an opportunity for five of us to attend a one-man performance of 'A Christmas Carol.' Having experienced around five film adaptations … Continue reading Second Day of Christmas: Awe
On the first day of Christmas, my true love gifted me something priceless: rest. Amidst the beauty of the day, I savored the luxury of extra sleep. The day's leisurely pace was a welcome change; we were unbound by pressing commitments or stringent plans. Each moment unfolded naturally, free from the usual rush. In our … Continue reading On the First Day of Christmas: Embracing Rest
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