During a daily Mass, people were reverently quiet in prayer. The Scripture readings were proclaimed, the homily delivered, and as the Consecration began, I noticed persistent singing from outside. A mocking bird, no doubt! She joined in prayerful chorus with us, as we worshiped and thanked our Creator for life and love. She continued singingContinue reading “What’s your song?”
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Who’s there?
Cooler morning air announces autumn’s approach. I ponder last night’s restless sleep: Hours of lying in wait, But for what? Solitary sounds sifted slowly through opened windows’ screens, Softly slicing silent stillness. Then, at 3 AM, haunting “whooo whooo whooo” trilogies: An Eastern Screech-Owl called from amid lazy cricket chirps, Like a winged horse’s whinnyContinue reading “Who’s there?”
It’s Here!
Spring is here, oh, season dear. Rain is needed – let’s be clear. Bulbs in soil, thirsting sure, Sun rays needed to endure. Wet and dry, warm and cold, Days are varied, we do behold. Bird songs heard once again, Robins, sparrows, jays and wrens! Trees budding baby greens and pink, Petals forming at branches’Continue reading “It’s Here!”
Wintry Wish
Joy in the morning As flakes finally fall. A few moments later: No snowflakes at all! A slight coat of white On rooftops around, But no snow at all Is seen on the ground. Christmas has passed, So no dreaming there now. I miss white covered trees, Their snow-laden boughs. Before winter’s gone And bulbsContinue reading “Wintry Wish”
Gentle Greeting
Blue spruce, Surprisingly soft to touch, Greets me upon arrival for a peaceful weekend. I walk toward the retreat center with a lighter step, Having reached out to briefly hold a branch’s end. “I’ve been waiting for you!” it seemed to convey. Time to return home days later, Walking past this magnificent tree, I reachContinue reading “Gentle Greeting”
Pondering Christ 