
Balancing Act
Have you even seen the incredible rock balancing that some artists do? I love them and recently reflected on how they are a rich metaphor for balance in our lives, offering lessons and insights, and questions to ponder. Before I explore the metaphor, have a look at this fascinating time lapse video. The whole site,...

Improve the World and/or Enjoy It?
None other than E. B. White, wise, clever fellow, and one of my favorite writers, said, “I arise in the morning torn between a desire to improve the world and a desire to enjoy the world. This makes it hard to plan the day.” I’m on my own for a week, Mike is attending a Guitar...

Perfection and Projects
Years ago I used to volunteer at Unity, a modern church that bills itself “a positive path for spiritual living.” Mike and I took care of the little ones during the service for almost a year. It was pre-grandchildren, and we enjoyed hanging out with the kids. Aside from that sweet contact, what made...