Curb Your Appetite

As the day began, I didn't intend to fast. Hustling the kids off to school, I rushed out the door to meet a friend for coffee and conversation. Heading on to work, I realized I hadn't packed lunch. "It's Ash Wednesday," the Spirit nudged. "Do without. Spend time with me." One of the spiritual practices ideas I'd provided … Continue reading Curb Your Appetite

Quirky Christmas

School for 2014? Check! *Sigh of relief* The kids are off to movies and friends as I borrow a couple of quiet hours to straighten up and address Christmas cards. For weeks the house has been an explosion of Christmas detritus landed alongside, underneath, and atop backpacks, shoes and jackets, sporting equipment, and who knows whose … Continue reading Quirky Christmas