Tag Archives: Gratitude

Unfinished Business

One of the many random thoughts that have come to me since my Dad passed away on Thursday, is how grateful I am that there was no “unfinished business” between us. No unresolved anger. No hurt feelings that still smart. … Continue reading

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Hydration

As a runner, my understanding of the word “hydration” is that it is a fancy word for drinking water. In the summer, I may talk about “staying hydrated” on my long runs or to encourage my son to take an … Continue reading

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This Run Was For The Birds

I woke up early this morning (5:00 am when my alarm was set for 6:00!), and decided that if I took my time to get ready and got to the bike path around 6:00, it should be light enough for … Continue reading

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Ash Wednesday

I love the liturgy of the Ash Wednesday service in the Episcopalian Book of Common Prayer. While you might think an Ash Wednesday service would be a depressing focus on sin, I find it to be very powerful and even … Continue reading

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Resting In Uncertainty

When I was tapped to be a member of a Discernment Committee to help a woman from our church “discern” whether she is being “called” to the priesthood, our training was based on two Books: Listening Hearts: Discerning Call in … Continue reading

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