Saving Time? Yes, let's. But first ... my 50th High School Reunion: Only after flying to Wisconsin did I realize my former adolescent peers were, and ever would be, the keepers of my awkwardness. They might bring up Rod McCool's bash where, handed my first beer (no clue about pouring slowly or tilting both can AND glass) 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...
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 . . . and breathe, swapping morning … [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 blister. Later, urgent Labrador claws, jigging at … [Read More...]
Granted vs Taken (for Granted): One Way Forward
Uncle Dunkel skipped rocks: he scalloped the sweltering air with a stone. The man was mythic. He clambered up trees after cats, strode along ridgepoles, re-shingled … [Read More...]
What Would You Pack? Curation on Demand
Smoke wakes me at 4 a.m. It's hard to breathe. I fumble windows closed, knowing that 45 minutes south of here, acreage … [Read More...]
Scales: Deliberate Tippage
Scales Symbol of justice. Tool for measurements. Proportions. Ratios. Ratings. Do re mi fa sol la ti do: syllables … [Read More...]
Yes & No Answers
Yes. Those 3 letters brim with promise. Yes can encompass zest or solemnity, courtesy, courage or compromise. Yes can … [Read More...]
Trapped
Trapped. A hummingbird flails against the open glass slider—inside the house. Dare I usher this manic three-inch … [Read More...]