Some have said Advent is an opportunity to walk into the dark night of the soul, as Nouwen called it. This works for me. As I sat in church yesterday I felt unsettled and angry. Stirred by the challenges of my life I felt a heightened awareness of my need — my endless and voluminous…
Category: 2009 Under Construction
Everything written in 2009
Why are we here?: On Purpose, Artistic Expression & Fear
I’ve got a problem and my mother summed it up correctly: “Something’s got you stuck.” As I sat in her living room yesterday, even my body spoke of the heavy, languid place I am in. Slouching, holding my head which by the end of the day had become a migraine with nausea and halos, I…
Addict
Being an addict catches me by surprise. Today, seemingly innocent things — a drink, a smoke, a purchase, food, even exercise can become urgent need. In the time that it takes to feel a flash of happiness, sadness or regret; less than 60 seconds of my life and I remember, I am an addict. How…
Tom’s Music on Primetime CBS show
My lovely husband. I am so proud of him. Although his ‘day job’ is wonderful and he’s an amazing leader of his organization, I know that his passion is his music which does in his off hours. Last year he completed his 2nd album, ironically titled Everything Takes Forever, a five year project?! It’s a…
Compulsivity and Change
Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space lies our freedom and power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.* STIMULUS —————> Freedom to Choose –————> OUR RESPONSE For years it has been a compulsive habit to chew my nails. Frankly it’s a disgusting habit, and…
Mastery of Life: About Face!
The whole idea of blogging about diet and exercise is such a pedestrian stereotype. But be warned, this is a journal about a personal transformation. No, even better, my personal body revolution! No blood will be shed, but change is occurring! And if, by following along, it is meaningful to others, that’s a reward too. …
