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Vulnerable we are, like an infant. We need each other's care or we will suffer. Poem by St. Catherine of Siena (1347-1380). From the Penguin publication, Love Poems From God, Twelve Sacred Voices from the East and West. Copyright © 2002 Daniel Ladinsky and used with his permission…
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It's a balmy day here in St. Augustine, and they tell me it's Christmas Eve! A light rain created the scent of spring through the window and yet… there are lights everywhere and places to go and presents to wrap and friends to cheer… so it must be Christmas! Have a…
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A lot of people will be traveling over the coming weeks, going home. Where is home? Is it where you spent your childhood? Or where you choose to live? Is home a moveable feast? Do we carry it within us? Is it a place we cherish…
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No, you first. No, you first. The story of Adam and Eve, where Eve is held responsible for bringing knowledge to the first man. And that was bad because? Uh, let me get back to you on that one. In the Garden of Eden at…
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Meteor showers? Sleep. Meteor showers? Sleep. O well, how about some lilies? Thanks to Susan K. Wirth, for this beautiful shot of the Stargazer Lilies with Purple Cone Flowers, Baltimore, Maryland. Related articles Meteor shower lights up night sky
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Snowing at night and sticking to everything, the branches of the trees, the trunks, the street lights. One of the most beautiful nights of my life, keeping me cool tonight! The Valentine's snow storm, Baltimore, 2014. What you can't see are the marvelous hardwood trees in the background, all covered…
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A year ago, a wedding. Lots of flowers and friends and fun. So much has happened since those flowers. So much in one year. Did you have a year like that? (Happy Anniversary!)
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Words escape me… Bearded Iris from last May!
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Are there angels among us? This world seems to be divided between the warring and the loving. Are we approaching a tipping point, weary of war, and resolved to truly love our neighbors, even if they are very different from us? If you think that living a compassionate, kind life,…
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How much can we trust each other? You and me, and the stranger who made these wonderful lattés? More than we give ourselves credit for, I think. How many bridges do you go over without worrying whether or not they will support you and your car? How many roads travelled, with…