Overwhelmed, challenged, somewhat paralyzed – all feelings I’m struggling with as I labor to draft my mother’s obituary. How do you sum up someone’s life in 300 – 500 words or less? The task of being factual and still descriptive seems not only challenging but somewhat unfair to the one who has no voice […]
Category Archives: Life
Death And Living Responsibly
Responsible people understand the value of preparing for their future. For instance, responsible parents create college funds for their children long before they actually need it. Responsible people also open 401K plans early in their career so they can ease into a comfortable retirement when the time is right. But how many people […]
Gifts From My Mother – Through Life and Her Death
This past week I had the sacred privilege of sitting with my mother while she slowly and bravely made her trek through the valley of death. Watching her tiny frame prepare for its final breath was a holy invitation to reflect and give thanks. Her body may have been the instrument offered to deliver […]
Falls Imminent Arrival
Confirmation of falls imminent arrival came in the form of a gentle rain last night and lingers still. A soft damp blanket overlays everything – especially showcasing the transitional colors of our fruit trees. A few remaining figs and apples hang waiting to be picked, while surrounding leaves are beginning to let go. Our […]
How Do You Describe God?
Someone recently asked me how I would describe God. My mind immediately went to the ancient parable of the blind men discovering an elephant for the first time. With great fascination they each grabbed hold of part of the giant beast in order to better understand it. As one man felt its large ear […]