Tag Archives: love

Kindness

In 2017, my friend since 1979 had spinal surgery. I stole time from my vigil to purchase a hospital coffee. Distracted, I left my purse behind, and it was stolen. Security insisted my wallet — with driver’s license, personal information … Continue reading →

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Friendship

What do you most value in your friends? Humor and honesty. And, like me, they always think the unnecessary last drink is a great idea. -Megan Rapinoe

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The Light

“I think the first thing is, be a force of sanity in the room. Be a light and a torch of sanity yourself,” “You have a very powerful impact on every single person you come in contact with. In every … Continue reading →

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Quite Comfort

It was all too much. Another semester, no progress on my dissertation, three jobs, endless exams to grade, and my only son had forgotten my birthday — again. I curled on the couch and cried fat, self-absorbed tears. When nothing … Continue reading →

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Seeking Satisfaction

Father, we yearn for the satisfaction that only You can give. Help us discard the things that leave us empty and thirsting, and exchange them for the satisfaction of the living water You offer.

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