So of course, we ran away, Dreamer & I & Vinny the dog. For a whole week. To escape the diagnosis. To relish each other and lakeside walks, books and sunsets and daylong fires in a rented cabin. No phones or WiFi. No laptop. No clue the heavens would download epic hail . . . . . . pummeling us, pelting the … [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...
Wholehearted Lent
Wholehearted . . . What does this word mean to you at the beginning of Lent? Many of you know my husband’s latest cognitive test revealed impairment, and that … [Read More...]
Listening to You Breathe
“Found a dog . . . on Craigslist,” Dreamer said. “But the ad’s a month old.” A month ago, I couldn’t imagine initiating a rescue. But things changed with … [Read More...]
Epiphany
EPIPHANY, January 6, 2025: Enter Dreamer, one daughter, three grandkids, and yours truly . . . PLUS . . . a visitation. No, not the Magi. We began our day … [Read More...]
Black Sheep: Between Noels, Part IV
Black sheep? Moi? Oh yes. Sometimes. During childhood I cradled my stuffed counterpart, complete with music … [Read More...]
Between Noels: Part III
Welcome to “Between Noels: Part III” Have you seen my alter-ego? I call her Eeyore, after the classic Pooh … [Read More...]
Oasis: Between Noels, Part II
Dear friends, we are between Noels, past and pending. Welcome to “Oasis: Between Noels, Part II.” Errands . . . … [Read More...]
Little Things: Between Noels, Part I
Little things . . . Once upon a yard, I collected maple samaras. Ladybugs. Pea-sized mystery-spheres I found under … [Read More...]