Thinking about my drive home yesterday, when standing on one of the busiest corners in the city there was a couple with a big sign each. One had a scripture number, the other had: “Fear God not covid19” Wow, I thought. I asked myself “ who still subscribes to that”. Just as quickly I answered … Continue reading Fear, Faith & Covid19
Face The Fear
Great to be back in the sunporch studio with 4 degrees, a temporary break from winter. The minds been running away to places and this space is as calming as it gets to just sit distraction free. Worries and fears are much like pain. Feeding them the attention that they deserve brings them to the … Continue reading Face The Fear
Where Is Your Promised Land
As we approach "hump day", Wednesday, this Wednesday in the middle of Holy Week is a chance for me to catch my breathe as a busy Triduum looms just one sleep away. In being so privileged to lead/host our community last night at the Seder, I have a reflection to share. Where is your promised … Continue reading Where Is Your Promised Land
Felix, two commands, one dream
Two commands, life connecting and safety supporting instructions needed to be repeated to Felix, as he sat on the very corner of fear and on the edge of accomplishing a goal. First one, "item 29, release the seat belt". Secondly "Felix, disconnect the oxygen hose". Both instructions saw him delay and require two commands … Continue reading Felix, two commands, one dream
What does fun look like, usually fear
Usually fun is cleverly disguised as fear. A month full of fun was met with much objection from one of my kids as we proclaimed a venture we excitedly anticipated.....the Mount Everest of water. A ride through class 5 rapids. The previous year it was kicking and fighting and prying her hands off the railing … Continue reading What does fun look like, usually fear
What Does Money Buy, a story on procrastination
"I for one, quite contrary to what many people say, believe without a doubt, that money does buy happiness". In enjoying a long weekend and getting to sorting through that pile of papers that has shifted spots numerous times, I came across some of the journal writings of the last couple of years. This particular … Continue reading What Does Money Buy, a story on procrastination
Friggatriskaidekaphobia-fear of Friday the 13th
If what you think about is what you bring about, happy Friday 13th! Do you have memorable Friday 13th thought? What does it stir up in you? My most memorable Friday 13th occurred exactly 3 years and 4 months ago. I was just weeks away from facilitating a community Health and Wellness Expo and with … Continue reading Friggatriskaidekaphobia-fear of Friday the 13th