Snowfall

I’m happy to feel joyful again, watching the snow fall. I missed that, as my practical self fussed more, lately, about snow removal and icy conditions than the natural beauty of a snowfall and a sense of invitation for a warm, safe cocoon. As I felt joy again for the...

The Reality of Hurt and Grief

I thought I might be following up yesterday’s post with some personal thoughts regarding the global events of the last couple weeks.  Today, though, is not the day for that.  Those thoughts will continue to simmer for me, at the back of the stove.  Instead, I want to...

Remembrance

Three years ago today my father passed away. Last night, as I lay awake in bed, I remembered his last night.  His breath was ragged and labored, as I attempted sleep, uncomfortably curled in a chair in the hospice room.  In the early morning, my mother and I both...

My Daily Gratitude–12/16/2012

      I’ve enjoyed a weekend filled with the spirit of the Holidays!  On Saturday, I attended a performance of The Christmas Revels in Sanders Theatre in Cambridge, MA.  Always a wonderful presentation mixing the celebration of the Winter Solstice with...