This has been a long time coming, hasn't it? We've been gathering here in this virtual space, practicing grace, asking and answering tough and sometimes embarrassing questions, and learning more about each other, and about ourselves. We started out with 31 Days in My Brown Skin. We worked together …
Forward: Healing the Heart of Democracy | Chapter Six
Hey there! I've got some quick updates before we begin this week's discussion: First, the winners of Shelly Miller's book, "Rhythms of Rest" are Linda Stoll, Erin, and Katelyn! Congratulations! To claim your prize, please leave your email address in the comments below. Thanks! Second, here's a …
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Forward: Healing the Heart of Democracy | Chapter Five
Just when you thought this election couldn't get any more crazy, right? Hot mics, leaked emails, third (and fourth, and fifth) party candidates, and one more presidential debate! Heaven help us all. As I said to my husband the other day, America is having a come-to-Jesus moment. The events of …
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On the 2016 Presidential Debates: How to Move Past the Unrest + A Giveaway of “Rhythms of Rest”
My son and I sit across from each other at the dinner table over candlelight and quiche. Pushing two fingers together, I flick dry crusty bread crumbs off my placemat from lunch while we wait for curls of steam to evaporate. Under socked feet, I feel vagrant leaves from the garden on the cold wood …
Forward: Healing the Heart of Democracy | Chapter Four
The fact that we're discussing chapter four this week, means we are just four weeks away from Election Day. I don't know how that makes you feel, but I'd sure love to know. I know I'll be glad to get it over with. Last week, we watched the Presidential Debate together. I promoted it by saying, …
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“We’re All in This Together”: Lyrics Worth Getting Stuck in My Head
WAY back in the day, when my daughter was younger, she became enamored of the movie High School Musical. I have only myself to blame. I come from a long line of people who love musical theater in all its forms. If a movie includes well-choreographed moments of the entire cast breaking out into song …
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