Grace ... in media res "In the Middle of Things" Between our creaking dockand the park’s rocky point,leaching bluefrom Fowler Lake’s surface,the perilous sandbar lurked. Rowing across it one day,I spied my future:strewn across restless sand,a scatter of strange shells. Shells meant PEARLS. And P.E.A.R.L.S. meant . . . … [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...
Dream House, Take 2
Dream House. Chef heaven. Double ovens, gas range, gorgeous granite countertop—I picture myself ladling out gourmet soup. And if I drop a bowl? No problem. Cork … [Read More...]
Bowled Over: My 3-angel Day
Bowled Over: My 3-angel Day Angel #1 The young coed leaps from her car, arms spread wide, calling, “I want this tent!” News of our Giant Downsizing Giveaway has … [Read More...]
Second Thoughts & Horseshoe Crabs
There’s a trick to the "graceful exit."It begins with the vision to recognize when a job, a life stage, or a relationship is over— and let it go. It means … [Read More...]
Depth Perception
Depth Perception "Yell," Dreamer says, "when the trailer hitch is exactly 6 inches from the rear wall." Six … [Read More...]
Saving Time: 2-minute Warning
Saving Time? Yes, let's. But first ... my 50th High School Reunion: Only after flying to Wisconsin did I realize my … [Read More...]
Catch Your Breath Here
Breath. Nose-to-nose, each day, in near silence, this is how a teen-aged boy greets his alpaca: They touch foreheads … [Read More...]
Greek Feet, Great Art & Pivotal Questions
Trauma Nested five-gallon buckets separate—mid-air—serially bashing my second toe. Howls. Language. Mega blood … [Read More...]