It’s that time of shifting shadows, walking dreams and whispers of the heart. Not fully awake. Not really asleep. That’s where I was…with the kind of awareness that gets blotted out by too much noise, devices or the duties and demands of the day. There were fragments of regret, suspended and suppressed longings. Mostly there was a sense of trust and gratitude. I know there are times that the presence of God is “very present“. Early, early this morning was one of those times. In a world that revolves on its axis and now swirls with fear and anxiety, these moments put all of those things on pause. There have…

I had thought to write more consistently at the beginning of this year, and then several things happened to alter my plans. It is sobering to think how life can seem so grueling on some days, and then the next thing you know it might be over. Strange, isn’t it? Such was January 3rd. Now today, here I am on a Sunday afternoon watching the rain drops spattering on the sidewalk. Our lives are a bit like that, aren’t they? I mean, we may have grandiose ideas, big plans, hopes and desires that are glorious. Do we fade like a simple splash, melting into obscurity? Oh no! I don’t think…

It’s time once again to bid another year adieu. It’s hard to believe! The last 12 months have certainly been an adventure. That much is certain! As I sit typing this in the comfort of my favorite chair, I think back on the seen and unseen things that have shaped my life this past year. Reflection can be a good thing. I’ve decided to embrace the word “Create” this year. It certainly seems appropriate as I look at my calendar for the first quarter of 2020! Already I can see that I will be traveling to various parts of the country – many of which I’ve never been, or haven’t…

When I was a child, Christmas was magic. There was expectation in the air. The smell of cookies baking, the crackle of the fire in the fireplace and the lights were twinkling on the tree. I especially liked it when the lights were turned off and the only lights in the living room were the lights on the tree and the glow of the fire. Ah…the memories! And now, as I look forward to celebrating the miracle of Jesus’ birth with my friends, I realize even though I’m much older that Christmas is still magic. People are nicer in the grocery line. They talk with their neighbors. There seem to…

It’s hard to believe that Thanksgiving 2019 is already behind us. As I was reading my daily devotion today, I realized that there are less than 30 days left in this calendar year. How can that be? Time is such a strange thing. There are times when the minutes may seem to drag (particularly when I’m forced to wait!). Then, whole days fly by in the blink of an eye. Do you think time actually stays the same tempo, or is there some mischievous timekeeper who speeds things up and slows things down? Anyway, as I sit at my desk at work, I am struck by the fact that my…

November in northern Texas is a time of transitions. We have gone from weeks of days over 100 degrees to a rainy, windswept vista. In some ways it’s refreshing. It’s fireplace and chiminea weather! Much of my life this year has been in transition. At first I dug my heels in, not wanting what I knew deep in my heart was the proper and even blessed course of action. Now, as I sit at my desk on a blustery autumn day – I know the sun is shining, even though I don’t see it clearly. My vision is blocked by a very persistent blanket of rolling clouds. Ah! How like…