Trapped. A hummingbird flails against the open glass slider—inside the house. Dare I usher this manic three-inch wonder outside? Inching closer, newspaper in hand, I cradle and lift until—with a cranky chirk—it swivels midair, then rockets away. In this moment there is life and food for future years. —Wm. Wordsworth +++ I … [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...
Relax into the Impossible
"Relax" — perhaps not your first title for this image. How long has this homely garden gnome kissed the dirt? Someone seems pretty lax in their landscaping. Re: … [Read More...]
Light Scatter & Yag Shots: Science Meets Poetry
"Light scatter from the microscope," the eye surgeon said. "Your own personal light show." During outpatient surgery today, vivid shapes—morphing from teal blue to … [Read More...]
“Squirrel!” Or Harnessing Distraction
"Squirrel!" Like the talking dog in the movie "Up," I'm distracted. While reading, peripheral movements at the bird feeder have snagged my gaze. A small rodent … [Read More...]
Making Waves
Waves . . . oh how this world waves. Breakers fling themselves at the shore Beasts flick their ears to scatter … [Read More...]
Hope Deferred: Next Option, Please
Hope deferred. Not what we had in mind. Dreamer and I finally saw the cardiologist. For 3 long weeks we have awaited … [Read More...]
Sigh, Sigh, Sigh (& Stay Alive!)
Sigh ... audibly. Deeply. Frequently. (So says my fitness instructor) Dreamer's latest angiogram date looms. After 5 … [Read More...]
Breaking In
Breaking in sounds so ... criminal. Unless it's light breaking in, or insight, or a penetrating sense of … [Read More...]