TO YOU, DEAR FELLOW TENDERS OF THE TENDER: I’ve spent decades talking to God while planting, pruning, and weeding. Hence my recent garden blues with a slow-burn ache. Time is an issue. I'm surrendering half my personal Eden. Y.e.s. and . . . In the lull between two bites of the spade, I strip away starry carpets of … [Read More...]
I’m Laurie, a contemplative writer, musician and artist, who helps distracted, heart-weary people refocus on God in creative ways that spark hope and wholeness.
I’m Laurie, a contemplative writer, musician and artist, who helps distracted, heart-weary people refocus on God in creative ways that spark hope and wholeness.Read More...
Oases
SAY YOU WAKE UP HAPPY, inwardly fizzing. Almost effervescent with quirky ideas . . . BUT someone depends on you. What to do? “Spend the afternoon,” author … [Read More...]
Anchor
Anchor, 1962: AHOY, Maiden Voyage! My best friend and I embark today in the rowboat—first time without a grownup. I grip the oars, gung-ho to go. Mom … [Read More...]
Terroir
Pedal 60+ miles over two days with a wine pro, touring vineyards? Sun-drenched countryside Tastings & lively lectures Charming B&B, gourmet al fresco … [Read More...]
Memo from the Wild
Memo from heaven? I wonder, can I muster what it takes to crack the code? Two days ago, a mama sparrow alit on our … [Read More...]
Table 23
Table 23 beckons . . . “It’s a strange thing,” author Kate Bowler says, “to carry so much grief and . . . still make … [Read More...]
Tangle, Crane
What a TANGLE! One night a cold wind rattled our trellis, blew down the abandoned bird’s nest. When I picked it up, … [Read More...]
Ambushed
“You look hungry,” the deli guy says, with a knowing grin. He means well . . . I think. “Not really,” I say (a … [Read More...]