Rest In Peace
Yesterday, overly tired from waking at 4am, unable to return to sleep. I ruined myself from 4-8am, with recycled, if not hysterical thoughts of my older son and the cloud hung…
This Is Not My Kingdom
Today's service centered around Pilate and Jesus: Kingdoms in Conflict. John 18:33 - 18:37(quite possibly incorrectly notated-whatev) I begin by declaring that: I, in no way, assert any likeness, of…
Walls or Bridges
While I am enjoying the peace and slow pace of an undemanding Thanksgiving Break for myself, my heart is so fucking heavy from what family occasions do for my older son. Especially sensitive(always deeply concerned that someone is angry with him), he struggles daily with wanting to “please” both his father and me. I do not need for him to hustle or to please me. To be kind, honest(not just speaking words factually related to truth but intentionally matching actions to words, no matter who is present), and courageous is what I preach. Three out of the four of these are in direct conflict with the expectations of his father and extended family. The tension between (us) his mom and dad (escalated by my own “family’s” presence and agenda) affects him daily and deeply. (more…)
Gentle Thanksgiving
I am deeply grateful for Considerate Birthdays, Mellow Halloweens, Compassionate Christmases, and today--a Tender Thanksgiving. I cannot know for sure, but suspect that if I would have experienced some of…
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