In answer to a prayer, calling a friend for support, I was given a message. This is after moving to this log cabin on Flat Creek where I will be for at least a few months and I was exhausted. I had hit the wall. She went into her silence and then, she texted me … Continue reading Resettling at Flat Creek
Tag: compassion
Settle Inn
This week, I moved from Maryland to North Carolina and the question I have been asked the most is, “How are you settling in?” How AM I settling in? It’s an interesting question which became a contemplation of the word, “settle.” On one hand I am not settled as I am house sitting for someone … Continue reading Settle Inn
Secure the Citadel of the Heart
Dear Ones The events that are unfolding across the screen of our joined minds does not mean that the curriculum has changed. We are still committed to this path of love, mercy and compassion and I thank each of you. Afterall, didn’t we come together in order to learn how to reach into the hearts … Continue reading Secure the Citadel of the Heart
Quarantine of Grace- the Gifts of 2020
As I consciously come to closure for this year, I have much to be thankful for. This was a year of great challenges, and therefore, great teachings. I saw the best and the worst! Not out there! But in here; in my own heart and mind. What I thought I saw in the world was … Continue reading Quarantine of Grace- the Gifts of 2020
Rx for comfort and crisis
A prescription for peace and comfort for all beings, without exception. Om shanti shanti shanti om. Take 5 minutes listen to the chant and allow this medicine to bring you comfort we can not be comforted by the world only mesmerized but we can bring comfort to the world through the peace we find there in … Continue reading Rx for comfort and crisis
something to sing about
It may seem as if there is nothing to sing about. That we are being bombarded by outside forces and circumstances that lay us low. But, we have a recourse. We can seek out ways to lift our spirits for ourselves and for others. This intention changes everything. Our actions become healing. Our lives becomes … Continue reading something to sing about
Thank you Fr. Richard Rohr, OFM
I bow to you, Father Richard Rohr, in gratitude and with love. Today I found refuge in your teaching and message while the world outside of my sanctuary seems to be burning in anger and violence. I share this with others, bowing to each of you. Now more than ever, may we live our lives … Continue reading Thank you Fr. Richard Rohr, OFM
David’s Gift
Today it is my friend's birthday and this is my gift to him! He has always been someone who looks for ways to give and to serve others and during this pandemic, he found a way that touches everyone who walks, skates, or drives by his small garage. David created a free neighborhood pantry that … Continue reading David’s Gift
Pandemic of Grace
https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/bookshelf?ref_=kdp_BS_D_TN_bs May you be happy and at peace May you have mental well being May you find in the midst of the storm a calm and abiding stillness At Nellie Lauth Amazon Peace Friends Now and always
courage, faith and hope
You do not need to know precisely what is happening, or exactly where it is all going. What you need is to recognize the possibilities and challenges offered by the present moment, and to embrace them with courage, faith, and hope. Thomas Merton