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Perservere
When we persevere with the help of a gentle discipline, we slowly come to hear the still, small voice and to feel the delicate breeze, and so to come to know the presence of Love. – Henri Nouwen
Live Wholeheartedly
Wholeheartedness is a precious gift, but no one can actually give it to you. You have to find the path that has heart and then walk it impeccably….It’s like someone laughing in your ear, challenging you to figure out what to do when you… Continue Reading “Live Wholeheartedly”
Wisdom from Thomas Merton
We have what we seek. It is there all the time, and if we give it time it will make itself known to us. – Thomas Merton
Walk Gently upon the Earth
When I walk through thy woods, may my right foot and my left foot be harmless to the little creatures that move in its grasses: as it is said by the mouth of thy prophet: They shall not hurt nor destroy in all my… Continue Reading “Walk Gently upon the Earth”
What Is Gandhi Jayanti?
Today, October 2, is Gandhi Jayanti – the birthdate of Mahatma Gandhi and is a national holiday in India where he is revered at the “Father of the Nation.” The world reveres him as one who taught and practiced non-violence. You must not lose… Continue Reading “What Is Gandhi Jayanti?”
On the Feast of Saint Thérèse
Today is the Feast of Saint Thérèse de Lisieux who is known as “The Little Flower.” So how better to celebrate her than with flowers and a few words from her, one of the three women doctors of the Church. The splendor of the… Continue Reading “On the Feast of Saint Thérèse”
Weekly Photo Challenge: Saturated
Saturate yourself with your subject and the camera will all but take you by the hand. – Margaret Bourke-White
Thoughts on the Sea – 3
Anxious? Go to the sea “When anxious, uneasy and bad thoughts come, I go to the sea, and the sea drowns them out with its great wide sounds, cleanses me with its noise, and imposes a rhythm upon everything in me that is bewildered… Continue Reading “Thoughts on the Sea – 3”
Thoughts on the Sea – 2
“The sea does not reward those who are too anxious, too greedy, or too impatient. One should lie empty, open, choiceless as a beach–waiting for a gift from the sea.” – Anne Morrow Lindbergh
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