How many times have we seen a bird laying on the road pavement. For some reason this little creature had a message for me this particular day. We were just finishing up our evening walk as the small, dark form appeared ahead of us. The now-cooling asphalt road still held some warmth as my dogs … [Read more...]
The Yellow Shoes
I Wrote This Story at The End Of Summer 2014 Our young Nigerian priest shared a story about his childhood at a Sunday mass last September. With a small smile on his face, and his eyes brightly shining, the words slid out of his mouth. He recalled the first pair of shoes that had adorned his feet … [Read more...]
The Resting Place
For many reasons, I chose to have a private interment for my husband. My main focus was protecting our son from a “public burial.” A short service led by our beloved pastor took place. Then we all touched the coffin and went home. Many years later, as I tell this story, I know this was a good … [Read more...]
Memory Tears
Have you ever thought about the difference in the tears that we shed? Have you ever thought there were different kinds, different reactions to them and the meaning behind the differences? I have. … [Read more...]
Land
Visiting Normandy, France was a life-changing event in my life. I know that the majority of visitors are changed after gazing at thousands of grave markers that identify so many young people’s lost lives. I hope you can feel the mystery of this part of the world that holds fast the final breath of … [Read more...]
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Thank you to all my followers and greetings to my new ones. Many of you were introduced to my work after reading my first book, FROM WE TO ME…letters to my friend. This was published in the fall of 2013 and has enjoyed some success. Many of those who have read the book have written encouraging comments, saying it was helpful to those who are experiencing grief.
