We gather in the Great Hall facing the fireplace, sunk deep in soft sofas, perched on chairs, or sprawled on the floor. And my heart burns with words and songs, and tears flow, but they can’t extinguish the flames. Since wheels met water and we traveled through the river, I’ve felt embraced by the canyon […]
In This Good Day
She says she doesn’t want visitors. We tell them this. But they say they’ll drive the three hours anyway, her best friend and family. They haven’t seen each other for years, although they talk on the phone every week. When I arrive in the morning, she’s already back in bed after breakfast and a shower. […]
Grateful For These
They orbit a Center in cyberspace. And sometimes in that sacred galaxy, entered words find their mark. There’s a holy collision. Splayed hearts melt, mold, and magnetize–creating and drawing new friendships. Deep friendships. Real friendships. Friendships that share joys and dreams and fears and hurts. That fervently pray and encourage and inspire. That speak truth […]