In my usual morning spot, I sit, gazing through the window at the neighboring tree. The bright yellows have faded to browns, leaving much empty space. The tree has shed its leaves, which served it faithfully through spring and summer. I ponder: Is it easy for trees to relinquish their leaves annually? This question lingers … Continue reading The Leaves through my Window
And I fellAnd fellInto the Ocean of LoveTo which there is no bottom. May you find deep love in this and all moments.
Like many, I have a few websites that I visit regularly and hold dear. Here are my top picks, shared a bit late for a recent daily writing prompt but with no less enthusiasm. The Center for Action and Contemplation (cac.org) Founded by Father Richard Rohr, a modern-day contemplative and Franciscan friar, this site has … Continue reading Exploring My Favorite Websites
Observing Western society's attitudes towards the body, I've noted a contradictory approach. We both idolize and denigrate the body, reflecting a deep conflict in our cultural values. On one side, we see the glorification of physical perfection in athletes, actors, and models, signifying a collective obsession with physical appearance. This adulation often ignores deeper values, … Continue reading Embracing the Body as a Gift
“The early morning quiet, a time typically reserved for rest, often eludes me. Unlike most, my Sundays are not days of rest; they are days of work, leading and experiencing worship. I was reflecting on the why of this ‘sabbathing’ thing I practice weekly. A day to not do? Seems suspect to me and my … Continue reading Embracing Rest: Sabbath as Transformation
This morning, I settled into my chair much later than usual. It being Saturday, the one day I permit myself to wake naturally, my body took its liberty. As I came to, I was gripped by an inexplicable wanting, a sense of something missing. Often, my knee-jerk reaction to such longing is to acquire something … Continue reading The Space Within: Considering Our Deep Longings
As I settled into my chair at the usual time this Friday morning, around 7:45 AM, I noticed the sun’s rays highlighting the yellowing leaves of the neighboring tree. With the intention to begin my morning meditation, I reached for my phone to set the timer. However, the sight of 57 unread emails on my … Continue reading Living a Life Amid Distractions
What's something you believe everyone should know. Do you remember a time when you felt you weren't good enough? When you felt pressured to prove your worth to the world? I've never shied away from sharing what I believe is crucial for everyone to know: each person, each being, is infinitely precious and unconditionally loved … Continue reading Unearthing Your True Value: More Than Just Achievements
Have you ever wondered about the stories behind the numbers we read every day? I sometimes perceive statistics as mere math problems reminiscent of school lessons. In my mind, they become numbers I am adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing, comparing for relevance. However, the challenge arises when these numbers illuminate a deeper reality. Take war … Continue reading Behind the Numbers: The Human Stories We Often Overlook
In today’s world, where climate change, societal violence, and health crises loom large, it’s challenging to harbor hope. With an increasing sense of loneliness and isolation, many yearn for a sense of community and belonging. It’s easy to see our current state as a blueprint for despair, with many awaiting a divine intervention to restore … Continue reading Finding Hope Amidst Uncertainty
Infinitely Precious 