We easily share compassion with our friends whose spirits are draped in fur, hair or feathers. They are obviously different from us. Why is it so difficult to extend this love to those who wear different skin colors, worship a different god, or lean in a different political direction? Why do we think in terms … Continue reading Loving differences #132
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Loving differences #131
We easily share compassion with our friends whose spirits are draped in fur, hair or feathers. They are obviously different from us. Why is it so difficult to extend this love to those who wear different skin colors, worship a different god, or lean in a different political direction? Whether our souls are draped in … Continue reading Loving differences #131
In Memory of Judy Scott
Last December, those of us of a certain age celebrated our friend Judy's 85th birthday. On May 19th, she passed away, suddenly in the night. Attaining this many years and still riding our horses is a feat worthy of celebration. I am so glad we did. The next day, after learning of her death ……… … Continue reading In Memory of Judy Scott
Our Future? #125
At seventy-eight, I think about the kind of world we will leave to our children and their children. Then I think about who is making decisions and supporting the policies currently being made by our representatives. Our law-makers. Curiosity got the best of me, here is what I learned: In the Senate, of 100 members, … Continue reading Our Future? #125
Our Future? #122
At seventy-eight, I think about the kind of world we will leave to our children and their children. Then I think about who is making decisions and supporting the policies currently being made by our representatives. Our law-makers. Curiosity got the best of me, here is what I learned: In the Senate, of 100 members, … Continue reading Our Future? #122
Daily Bread #120
If you find yourself dispirited from the current state of world affairs, I hope these images will provide a bit of nourishment. Remember, the earth awaits your gaze. She welcomes your attention and appreciation. As tired aspens expire, they have already given birth to new saplings that circle the mother tree, either from the root … Continue reading Daily Bread #120
Daily Bread #119
If you find yourself dispirited from the current state of world affairs, I hope these images will provide a bit of nourishment. Remember, the earth awaits your gaze. She welcomes your attention and appreciation. Tall spruces offer the fragrance of butterscotch as we are welcomed into the mottled light of the forest.
Daily Bread #118
If you find yourself dispirited from the current state of world affairs, I hope these images will provide a bit of nourishment. Remember, the earth awaits your gaze. She welcomes your attention and appreciation. A bit of beauty often overlooked on a dusty roadside, the sweet pea whispers quietly to be noticed.
Daily Bread #117
If you find yourself dispirited from the current state of world affairs, I hope these images will provide a bit of nourishment. Remember, the earth awaits your gaze. She welcomes your attention and appreciation. The forests of Oregon are abundant with evidence of moisture. It quenches my thirsty eyes.
Daily Bread #116
If you find yourself dispirited from the current state of world affairs, I hope these images will provide a bit of nourishment. Remember, the earth awaits your gaze. She welcomes your attention and appreciation. A rare horse chestnut* has survived and deserves our gaze and feeling of wonder. *During the early to mid-20th century, American … Continue reading Daily Bread #116
