I found myself pleased with a realization. As I left the cathedral yesterday morning, the place I’ve been worshiping these last few months, I found myself to be happy. While I realize one should, under good and normal circumstances leave one’s place of worship in a cheerful mood, I have had a dark shadow fall … More I found myself
Sometimes life is busy. Not a terribly profound statement, but true, correct? Currently, my work life consists of coordinating a fundraising event, compiling a grant report, and alas, helping with the beginning stages of yet another federal grant. Lest you think I’m complaining, I assure you, I’m not. Job security and all that, right? Anyways, … More measuring hope
I received a copy of this prayer on Monday, during a workshop I’ve begun attending: “My Lord God, I have no idea where I am going. I do not see the road ahead of me. I cannot know for certain where it will end. Nor do I really know myself, and the fact that I … More thoughts and prayers and promises
I think after a person feels a certain way for so long, she eventually has to tell herself to stop. Or at least she has to try to stop. You can only run so far in one direction, right? Eventually you’ve got to turn around and head home. But at the moment I convince myself … More crazed and confused
TGIF and all that jazz. ♪♫♪♫♪♫ There’s one week to go in January. Pardon me if you like it, but January is my least favorite month and this particular January could actually be might least favorite month EVER. Let me rephrase that….. January 2014 is my least favorite month ever, so far. And, when someone … More Flapjack Friday Faves [01.24]
I’m having a difficult time coming up with anything to write. I have ideas, but when I try to express them, they sound too opinionated, too journalistic, too {I’m not sure what} for a blog entry. Society is consumed with the female “M’s” right now. What in heaven’s name is wrong with Miley and whether … More what to expect?
My parents live in Oklahoma, as well as my sister and her family. So last week, despite the fact that the tornado that hit near Oklahoma City was a good 150 miles from them, I still felt anxious. I also have life long family friends who live in an Oklahoma City suburb, plus extended … More Anxiety, Oklahoma and Money
Upon a Sunny Day 