31 Days in which I Am Saved by Beauty – Day 15

So there are some days in whichbeauty takes you by surprise.I had a doctor's appointment today -not usually something that comeseven remotely close to being beautiful.But for just a moment,I spotted … Read more...

31 Days in which I Am Saved by Beauty – Day 14

After all the dramatic weather of the past few days,today brought clear skiesand warm temperatures.Our small group did its monthly thing,gathering at our home.And on this fall day, October 14, it was … Read more...

31 Days in which I Am Saved by Beauty – Day 13

When I spend time in my daughters' homes,I am reminded of many things.First and foremost,of how very well they mother their sons.And secondly,how they have taken some of mypatterns and traditions … Read more...

31 Days in which I Am Saved by Beauty – Day 12

This weekend, we are traveling,heading south to be with family,in parts and pieces,for just a day or so.And as we leave,the first storm of the seasonis building in dramaand beauty.As we round the … Read more...

31 Days in which I Am Saved by Beauty – Day 11

This is the main drag of our town,State Street.In this picture,we are very near the northern end of downtown,before the road takes a hard left,and becomes something else entirely.But here,right … Read more...

31 Days in which I Am Saved by Beauty – Day 10

I've been thinking a lot about contrasts lately.Light and dark,small and large,near and far.And about how so many of those things that we tend to put into opposition to one anotherare not all that … Read more...

31 Days in which I am Saved by Beauty – Day 9

I have already written about this evening walking I do. This circle walking.And circle praying.Tonight I was a little distracted.This is the season for the acorn drop,and there are hundreds of … Read more...

31 Days in which I am Saved by Beauty – Day 8

I took my walk at Butterfly Beach today.The shadows were long,the temperature was unseasonably warm,and I needed to breathe in the beach beautyfor a little while.When I walk at the beach,I forego my … Read more...

31 Days in which I Am Saved by Beauty – Day 7

Have you ever been hungry for somethingand didn't know ituntil you ate,and found relief? Tonight, we held our first Taize worship service,and I was filled with the sweet and savorypresence of the … Read more...