Of all the nerve. A moose plunged through our snowy wonderland. The neighborhood Bullwinkle gouged the back forty trail. My trail. I have slogged a reliable floor on snow shoes by compressing numberless, nearly weightless flakes — bound together by weather and gumption. Moose tracks boggle my sense of proportion. Those hoof … [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...
Alteration
An alteration? Oh, what a pain. Somebody, spare me. Please. Despite my chronic aversion to sewing, I offered to take in my grandson’s … [Read More...]
Grit, Stardust, Healing Rigor
Grit? Hardly. I awake, dismayed. Another day cranks into gear with exercises from my physical therapist, designed to get this body up and running. Dogged compliance? … [Read More...]
My Christmas in Asia
Christmas is coming . . . amid epic humidity. Über-hot spices. Unusual plumbing. Dreamer and I feel like aliens in this small Thai village. They call us farangs: … [Read More...]
Sustain
Sustain Beeline with me to the solarium: weathered brick, hardwood. An echo chamber. One whole room for a … [Read More...]
Start with a Girl
Start with a girl given to wondering: add one mirror, a sigh, her What if as she teeters upon the mantel, and then … [Read More...]
Dear Ones, a Gift for You
Dear readers, for seven years you have greatly encouraged and inspired me — as well as one another. I want to thank you … [Read More...]
To Gather Paradise
Paradise emerges around us in hints and glimpses. For half my life, with all my heart and mind, I have … [Read More...]