The spiritual life is often described as a journey. That image has been on my mind lately—the sense that we are walking a path that continues for as long as we draw breath, and perhaps beyond. Along that path there are stopping places. Sometimes we sit on a bench along the side of the road … Continue reading Ripening Along the Path
For many of us, the holiday season carries a blend of beauty and ache. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or another cherished tradition, this time of year has a way of stirring up a whole constellation of emotions—joy and grief, fullness and loneliness, celebration and exhaustion. Holidays are rarely just one thing. They arrive as … Continue reading When Holidays Are Tender
As Thanksgiving arrives, many of us feel the familiar pull toward gratitude—toward naming blessings, gathering with loved ones, and pausing long enough to say thank you for the goodness in our lives. In certain seasons, that comes easily. Beauty rises to the surface. Life feels simple. Gratitude flows almost naturally. But there are other seasons—equally real, equally … Continue reading When Gratitude is Hard
Infinitely Precious 