SAY YOU WAKE UP HAPPY, inwardly fizzing. Almost effervescent with quirky ideas . . . BUT someone depends on you. What to do? “Spend the afternoon,” author Annie Dillard says. “You can’t take it with you.” In other words: Despite life’s erratic side winds, seek out (or create) mini oases — no matter how fleeting. Once there, … [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...
Anchor
Anchor, 1962: AHOY, Maiden Voyage! My best friend and I embark today in the rowboat—first time without a grownup. I grip the oars, gung-ho to go. Mom … [Read More...]
Terroir
Pedal 60+ miles over two days with a wine pro, touring vineyards? Sun-drenched countryside Tastings & lively lectures Charming B&B, gourmet al fresco … [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 window box—mere inches from where I journal and … [Read More...]
Table 23
Table 23 beckons . . . “It’s a strange thing,” author Kate Bowler says, “to carry so much grief and . . . still make … [Read More...]
Tangle, Crane
What a TANGLE! One night a cold wind rattled our trellis, blew down the abandoned bird’s nest. When I picked it up, … [Read More...]
Ambushed
“You look hungry,” the deli guy says, with a knowing grin. He means well . . . I think. “Not really,” I say (a … [Read More...]
Strip. Trash. Sever. Yank.
“Looks like a forest in here,” our grandson says, peering through the fronds of a fern. We're in our “new” (old) living … [Read More...]