Wolf Tone Dreamer rosins the bow then embraces his cello, coaxing another note toward music . . . Aiiiii . . . Seems novice and concert cellist alike must confront The Dreaded Wolf Tone. Most cellos have one. The better the cello, the worse the wolf. Plus, it can move around depending on barometric pressure. The cacophony … [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...
Behold the Holding
Holding Fast If I were to paint my friend B_, tallish, silvery, bike-tanned and toned, you might perceive hope wafting off the canvas, lifelong rigor as well … [Read More...]
Pulley, Bucket & Bell
Pulley, Bucket & Bell From the tree house porch an epic, peony-pink 10-gallon bucket plummets, only to rise, refilled with surprises, hoisted, hand over … [Read More...]
Y.E.S. and . . .
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 … [Read More...]
Oases
SAY YOU WAKE UP HAPPY, inwardly fizzing. Almost effervescent with quirky ideas . . . BUT someone depends on you. What … [Read More...]
Anchor
Anchor, 1962: AHOY, Maiden Voyage! My best friend and I embark today in the rowboat—first time without a grownup. … [Read More...]
Terroir
Pedal 60+ miles over two days with a wine pro, touring vineyards? Sun-drenched countryside Tastings & lively … [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...]