Joy and Perspective

October 13, 2015

There are no seven wonders of the world to a child….. there are seven million. Walt Streigthiff I would sooner live in a cottage and wonder at everything than live in a castle and wonder at nothing. Have a wonderful day! Joan Winmill Brown

A friend’s best friend

October 13, 2015

Somewhere in colorful Colorado, a very young cowboy awakes early, dons his favorite hat, and thinks about his friend. His heart goes out to her.  He says a prayer that her pain will lessen as the days go by and that she will remember all the special times she and her husband had with their beloved dog Maya. Big Hug, […]

The Mask

October 13, 2015

I wish that I knew the real you that lives behind the mask All the little quirks and pains that have made you what you are Would that you could feel safe enough to let down your guard and come to know yourself….. to believe in your inherent goodness and appreciate your worth I would […]

Been There…..Done That!

October 12, 2015

Jim screamed “Are you kidding me!” this morning after netting a sitter volley. I immediately wondered how well he’d play the next point….the next game….the rest of the match. May you have the inner voice of a cheerleader rather than a browbeater in your next match.

Destiny

October 12, 2015

God plants a seed within your heart But only you can make it grow Some dance like Rudolf Nureyev While others imitate Van Gogh The seed, when nurtured, spawns a dream It’s with you day and night You may climb Mt. Everest Or be an astronaut in flight Take seriously the gifts He has given […]

Oh Yeah!

October 12, 2015

I received a first ever text from Emily Strande early one Saturday morning. “I just won the Holly Tennis Tournament ten and under singles trophy!” The cowboy replied……‘You Rock, Emily!’ Her reply was classic…….“I know!”    

Miracles

October 12, 2015

There are two ways to live: you can live as if nothing is a miracle; you can live as if everything is a miracle. Albert Einstein True and lasting wonder needs to be renewed regularly, even daily. Otherwise, life’s inevitable formula will be: Wonderful is followed by wonder-half-full, which is followed by wonder-quarter-full, which soon […]

The Still Small Voice

October 2, 2015

Sixty half awake parishoners were seated as the priest began his brief homily at the 6:30 Mass ‘Be attuned to the still small voice…..your guardian angel feels neglected and wants to stay in touch.’ May today be a day where you quiet yourself long enough to listen for that still small voice.       […]

Use Your Gifts

October 2, 2015

He decided to walk to church the Sunday after his dad died Heading east towards Foxridge he crossed a small creek when a voice sounded clearly, “Use Your Gifts” The young man was startled by the unmistakable voice and wondered what could this mean He never shared this with anyone…. not even his wife…. this […]

The Butterfly and the Gazelle

October 2, 2015

The days of our lives pass so quickly Like the snow melt that cascades Down a mountainside en route to The Colorado River Our days can become a blur at times We’re caught up in rushing here and there and hardly noticing the smile of a stranger or the need in the eyes of a […]

The Silly Ball

October 1, 2015

  “It’s the ball, silly. It’s not about the opponent or the score or the questionable call on the previous point. It’s not about your reputation, your ranking, or your record. It’s certainly not about the crowd or anyone’s expectations. It’s just the silly, yellow ball and your determination to stay in the present and […]

The Prayer Pager

October 1, 2015

He was successful and forty-something when throat cancer paid an unwelcome visit Think again if you believe this story has a sorry ending No, it’s about hope and faith and the power of people coming together in times of crisis Someone at his church started the ball rolling and it picked up speed like an […]

Life is Good

October 1, 2015

Come with me, little one We will walk together in the shade of the mighty oak trees that tower above the path where mulberries grow and lightning bugs light up the night If you listen closely, you will hear the soothing sound of the crystal clear water in the brook nearby We will sit there […]

The Silver Lining

October 1, 2015

The only survivor of a shipwreck was washed up on a small, uninhabited island. Exhausted, he eventually gathered what he could and managed to build a little hut out of driftwood to protect himself from the elements, and to store his few possessions. He prayed feverishly to be rescued, and everyday he scanned the horizon […]

Dear Bonnie

September 30, 2015

The young man felt compelled to watch the video once more Sixty friends gathered in love and gazing upwards as pink balloons floated lazily toward heaven Joe….like an overzealous college cheerleader began leading chants of Hakuna…….Matata Hakuna……Matata!! A tear rolled slowly down the cheek of the young man as he felt again the love…..and the […]

When I Get Older

September 29, 2015

The 737 was moving slowly down the runway on tax day at Denver International Airport I had just opened a book entitled: What should I do With the rest of my life When a giggling five year old pixie Seated in row 22 shouted…. ‘Mommy, when I get older I’m gonna….’ Suddenly, the roar of […]

The Alchemist Excerpt

September 29, 2015

The boy continued to listen to his heart as they crossed the desert.  He came to understand its dodges and tricks, and accept it as it was.  He lost his fear, and forgot about his need to go back to the oasis, because, one afternoon, his heart told him that it was happy.  “Even though […]

QOTD – 9/28/2015

September 29, 2015

“Courage is the discovery that you may not win, and trying when you know you can lose.”

Dear Erin

September 28, 2015

I wish I could take the prayers of all the people who love you and paste them on your bedroom wall That they would lift you up before you fall Oh, that I might take a picture of you when you’re at your very best I’d enlarge it and surround it with lights so you […]

Marie

September 28, 2015

Four year old Marie is a character.  Her parents and nanny just smile and shake their heads at this precocious pee wee. Today, she arrived for her tennis lesson with her nanny, two year old sister, and older brother and sister who are 5 year old twins.  In the middle of her tennis lesson, she […]