Off the Beaten Path

After work, and then my second little gig after work, I drove the long way home and stopped by an old field and exhaled a bit. Thankful for little things like Spring flowers, and slowing moving and moo-ing cows, and birds flitting together in pairs. Thankful for blue skies above and firm ground under my sandaled feet. Thankful for another day, and a quiet moment to not have to think a single thought, but just take it all in. GraceRead more

Thankful Thursday

So on this ‘Thankful Thursday’ I’m thankful for words. I’m thankful for words spoken that bring clarity. It’s amazing the power of words to clear the air and wash away misunderstandings when all parties have taken a deep breath before hand. Sometimes, that’s a crucial piece (for peace)—this breathing in and breathing out. Somehow, deep breaths seem to open up the ability to listen and hear a bit more.  And I’m thinking that good conversation is just that…it’s a breathingRead more