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Out on a Limb
Life is so interesting, don’t you think? Out of a random conversation, I sent an MP3 of some of my stuff to my boss. His reaction was really funny. I am smiling thinking about his stuttering and nearly catatonic state as he listened to the guitar, drums and generally heavy rock songs. “What is happening here?” Oh my gosh! So,…
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DNA
It is hard to write today. I have tried several times, but the words do not come easily. I wish I could pick up the phone and hear your voice. I know, as we all say, “you are better off.” For that, I am grateful, and I know it to be true. It’s just the gap today looms awfully deep…
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Senses in the Morning
The mocking bird sings its songs, While sunlight creeps along the fence. Clouds are swirling overhead And jasmine scents the wind. The purple-orange of the dawn Brings forth its hope and joy. We shuffle through the dewy grass, Exploring sights and sounds. And gratitude fills my heart, In every pulsing beat. To feel, to hear, to touch and breathe, Makes…
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Fissures of Life
He spoke very gently, and yet the words were consistent and strong. Pressure creates opportunities. The weakness in my life is a place where grace and strength can be displayed – if I let it. In the center, the very center is the molten energy of God. Just like the core of the Earth shows us, His presence is very…
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Be Still
Yesterday there was slashing rain, thunder, lighting, hail and lots of wind. If one looked outdoors, it would be easy to think today would be more of the same. Not true. Today is a picture-perfect spring day. The skies are as blue as they can possibly be. Birds are singing. In the distance dogs are barking. People are playing on…
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Spontaneous Life
So…I have a friend staying with me. She’s one of my dearest friends. It was unexpected, and happened rather suddenly. It has also been extended longer than either of us anticipated. And you know what? It’s lovely. Who knew? I’m so thankful that in the course of life there are random happenings that we ourselves haven’t scripted. It’s like the…
