Beliefs that protected me in my childhood.The ones that sheltered me from the harsh and painful world. Beliefs that sustained me through my adolescence.The ones that gave me purpose when it was hard to find.Beliefs that disappointed me in my adulthood.The ones that failed me when challenged and questioned. Beliefs that renewed me in my … Continue reading Beliefs
Words
From out of our mouths is a creation that names the world. Born upon our life’s breath, words emerge from our lips with the same energy first manifested when the world was new. We speak, we make. So it is with these words of ours. Words, born in love or hate, joy or pain. Words, … Continue reading Words
Podcast: Mary Lane Potter (Episode 8 Part 2)
In this episode, I conclude my conversation with Mary Lane Potter. Mary is a novelist, writer, and teacher. She’s published numerous works including novels, short stories, and creative nonfiction essays. Her first novel, A Woman of Salt, was selected as a Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers selection in 2001. Before writing fiction, Mary … Continue reading Podcast: Mary Lane Potter (Episode 8 Part 2)
Ceremony
Whose presence do these hands convey? With what purpose do these gestures speak?The officiant moves with intent, hands and fingers motion across an empty void. They solicit, invite, and provoke what’s hidden to come forth.Gestures, oh how they speak! Motions overflowing with meaning.But whose presence does the officiant bring forth from the empty void?Open palms … Continue reading Ceremony
Pathway
I took the pathway, the one I least expected to take.The one leading where no one had gone. Where it goes, I do not know.Will it take me where I want to go? It leads, and I follow. Guide me into ancient pathways and bygone roads.Guide me where I need to go. This old way, … Continue reading Pathway
Liminal Theology 