by Kit | Jan 9, 2018 | On Living, Think About these Things, Whatever is Lovely
Last week as I closed the chapter titled 2017, I clearly remembered its mayhem. But could I also remember its miracles? Could you? [hr] If, come next December 31st, you are able to recall 52 blessings from the year, how might that change your perspective, deepen your...
by Kit | Dec 24, 2017 | Advent Reflections
It was that Tuesday morning I’m sure you well remember, when we all lost sight of our peace. While my kids slept, I picked up where I’d left off the previous morning in my chronological Bible reading. There are over 31,000 verses; here’s the one I...
by Kit | Dec 12, 2017 | Advent Reflections
Five days before Christmas, I sat in a booth with a marble table, swallowing a bite of mint-chip ice cream I’d barely tasted. “Okay,” I said. “Let’s schedule it.” Garth’s eyes danced. “We’re gonna have a baby tomorrow?” I smiled. “We’re gonna have a baby tomorrow.”...
by Kit | Dec 4, 2017 | Advent Reflections, Uncategorized
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re already observing Advent, even if you’re not sure what Advent is. In the 1960s, kids like me growing up near Pacific Grove, California had something major to anticipate in addition to Christmas Day. We...
by Kit | Oct 30, 2017 | On Living, On Loveliness, Poetry, Whatever is Lovely
Oh, October! So much to admire, to ponder, and only a wisp of time to do either. Here’s the season when creativity comes in gusts but awe strikes me dumb. Plus, I’m overly sentimental and half-crocked on chai tea lattes. I’m like the chunk of...