A Listening Heart

An ecumenical mix of thoughts and reflections from a handful of Christian writers have strongly influenced the foundations and practice of my faith and belief. Words from Parker Palmer, a Quaker, encourage me to live more courageously and authentically. “Our deepest calling is to grow into our own authentic self-hood, whether or not it conformsContinue reading “A Listening Heart”

Quench Your Tongue

Any number of signs herald the arrival of sultry, warmer weather. Over at our place, one such signal is the re-opening of the garage-roof reading room and tanning salon. Meanwhile, elsewhere in the neighborhood, the nippy jets of lawn sprinklers goose-bump young skin and loose chilly squeals of full-bodied excitement. “Summer is here,” you whisperContinue reading “Quench Your Tongue”