A journal of art, photography, spirituality, ideas, books, movies, food, poetry & hope
From a Christmas Eve Letter in 1513
Read moreNo peace lies in the future which is not hidden in this present little instant.
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Advent is the Name of that Moment (Quote by Frederick Buechner)
Read moreYou can hear the world itself holding its breath.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (Movie Review)
Read moreThis film delivers its seasonal message without being sanctimonious, preachy, or overly sweet.
Snowy Night (poem by Mary Oliver)
Read moreLast night, an owl in the blue dark tossed an indeterminate number of carefully shaped sounds into the world...
Creativity is (Quote from James Clear)
Read moreCreativity is the focused combination of unlikely things.
My Best Reads of the Year ( Book Challenge Summary 2024)
Read moreHere are my three favorite non-fiction books, and two favorite novels.
Things that Make us Grin and Bow (Quote by Brian Doyle)
Read moreIn short I believe in believing, which doesn't make sense, which gives me hope.
Experimental Mixed Media Landscape Paintings
Read moreHere are the smaller landscapes I've done this fall of experimental methods and media.
Playground (Book Review)
Read moreThis novel takes us on a deep dive into the wonders of the ocean, through themes of game playing,...
For an Audience of One and Desire for Validation
Read morefocus on what is intrinsically yours to do without fretting about how others will respond to your authenticity, and...
On the Inner Life (Quote by Hans Hoffmann)
Read moreEverything must in the end come to expression through spirituality.
Two Edifying Picture Books that Make Great Gifts
Read moreThe messages are thought provoking and useful, but they are still fun.
