Sunday evening at the end of Evening Prayer, a young man in our midst whom I respect and treasure very much offered to say the prayers for the night. He asked if there were any prayer concerns. Our Princess spoke up and looked over at me as if seeking approval for her request. She shared… Continue reading What Prayer Can Be
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‘Tis Always the Season
Six months from now many of us will be menu planning. Or mapping out the mother of all shopping experiences. Or listing things we are thankful for. Planning holiday gatherings and wondering if it's a good time to start shopping for Christmas. This is not one of those "y'all get ready, Christmas is so many… Continue reading ‘Tis Always the Season
The One About a Phone Call, Cardboard, and Loving While Letting Go
The number wasn't one I recognized. It was a local number so there were any number of folks it could have been. When I answered and heard that voice, oh my heart. Relief flooded in. A smile covered my face. I do love that voice. And the one it belongs to. Mac. My friend. I… Continue reading The One About a Phone Call, Cardboard, and Loving While Letting Go
It Started Sprinkling
The phone rang last Friday. Actually it chirped. Like a cricket. I guess phones really don't ring anymore, do they? But I digress. It looked like a local call but I didn't recognize the number. I was relieved when I heard Mac's voice. He hadn't been at Daybreak when I was there for Sister Circle the previous… Continue reading It Started Sprinkling
The Day I Went To Prison
It occurred to me yesterday after my visit with Mac that it has been about two years since he took the first step on his journey to recovery. Once again. It began with a long ride after being released from prison in Macon to a town about three hours away, to a beautiful rehabilitation facility where… Continue reading The Day I Went To Prison
and so I love
I scan the room for him no sign of his face, those eyes, that smile I walk to the door and peer outside someone is lying in the grass, in the sun napping or so it seems It is my friend, my brother and I am glad he is resting The rain has poured for days and… Continue reading and so I love
Seeing past the circumstances–that’s a human in there
I got to see my friend Mac today. This made me very happy. He looks really good. He seemed sober and well-rested. I give thanks for that. It can't be easy to get good rest when you don't know exactly how cold it's going to get or if your tent will hold during the next… Continue reading Seeing past the circumstances–that’s a human in there
Mac’s New Shoes and My Questions for God
My phone rang early this morning. I had it set on vibrate but I could hear it echoing in the drawer I had left it charging in overnight. I picked it up. Mac. I breathed a sigh of relief. He usually comes to Daybreak around the time for Sister Circle on Tuesdays to visit and catch… Continue reading Mac’s New Shoes and My Questions for God
Just Because You Can
Today's bit of Wednesday wisdom is something my parents told me many times over the years. This is brought to you by the headache I've been fighting for a few days. These words have echoed in my head all day long. (Perhaps contributing to the headache?) We often tell our children and ourselves that we should do something… Continue reading Just Because You Can
If you are cold, they are cold–who’s bringing them inside?
My oldest's favorite song over the holidays was "Baby It's Cold Outside." Yes, it's a disconcerting song when you really listen to the words. But if you listen to the Pearl Bailey and Hot Lips Page version (my favorite) of it from 1949, you soon realize that the woman who voiced "Big Mama" from "The… Continue reading If you are cold, they are cold–who’s bringing them inside?
I Might Need A Nap 