November 24, 2016—Day 328 (WD 609)

Happy Thanksgiving, Generous Universe! My wife and I drove down to CT together yesterday.  It wasn’t what I had planned. One of the characteristics I recognize in myself is that I still get disgruntled and out-of-sorts when my plans change.  This is especially true...

November 12, 2016—Day 316 (WD 597)

A Way of Gentleness, Dear Universe! I’m enjoying this first cup of coffee.  Hot and soothing on my throat going down, and the mug is warm and heavy in my hands. Sometimes it’s nice to have a little chill, and to bundle up and enjoy the warmth. The dawn is just...

October 18, 2016—Day 291 (WD 572)

A Moment’s Pause, Divine Spirit! We had rain overnight, and today begins overcast, with a warm, southerly wind blowing steadily, rustling the colored autumn leaves.  With the warm wind and skies clearing throughout the day, the temperature is expected to reach the mid...

October 17, 2016—Day 290 (WD 571)

Home, Dear Creator! We are home, slept in our own bed last night, and awoke to our familiar view and a deep, heavy fog in our valley this morning. There’s a mixed feeling, for me, in being home.  Some people feel a real sense of comfort and familiarity in returning...

July 4, 2016—Day 185 (WD 466)

Bonjour, Generous Source! With a light-blue sky, this morning, and not a cloud to be seen, the birds are singing and going about their daily chores.  The weather looks promising for the trail hike I’ll be co-leading tonight, to a viewpoint about the Connecticut River,...