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| Bowman Root Wildflower |
June 8, 2020
“When the absence of mercy is witnessed in society, we've hit bottom." —Caroline Myss
“But I ask no favors for my sex. I surrender not our claim to equality. All I ask of our brethren is, that they will take their feet from off our necks, and permit us to stand upright …” —Sarah Grimké, quoted in Ceplair, Public Years, 208
We’ve hit bottom so many times in our society. Slaughtering indigenous people for white settlement, slavery, unjust convictions, and the death penalty for innocents. Dismantling environmental protections for state parks, birds, plus dangerous forestry and mining practices.
I find hope in the worldwide protests against police brutality happening now. And in organizations like Kiva, Equal Justice Initiative, Mennonite Central Community, Dismantling the Doctrine of Discovery,
Mothers of the Nations: Indigenous Mothering as Global Resistance, Reclaiming and Recovery, National Audubon Society, Environmental Defense Fund, and many more. Please list other organizations for peace, justice, food, and equality for all, sustainable and environmental living... in the comments.
Mothers of the Nations: Indigenous Mothering as Global Resistance, Reclaiming and Recovery, National Audubon Society, Environmental Defense Fund, and many more. Please list other organizations for peace, justice, food, and equality for all, sustainable and environmental living... in the comments.
I find hope in individuals who are willing to look inside themselves and begin seeing the complacency that exists there. I’m seeing more honesty, humility, and integrity in friends and influencers which helps balance the hate, denial, and selfishness that are also evident.
None of us can do it all, or do it perfectly, but we can do better; we can support or join causes, we can hold each other accountable. Our brothers and sisters and our earth need us to do our part, however small.
#blacklivesmatter #natureiskin #earthishome #equaljusticeforall #foodandeducationforall #justmercy #micah6verse8
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| April 2020 full moon |
June 9, 2020
“Escape from the black cloud
that surrounds you.
Then you will see your own light
as radiant as the full moon.”
― Rumi
Last week was a full moon. June's moon is called Strawberry Moon. Due to all that happened last week, I missed this. While I was aware that the moon was in its waxing gibbous phase, I didn't purposely keep track and go out to gaze at the night sky when the moon was full. This is the first time in years that I've neglected doing so, which is another reminder of the tumultuous times we are living in.
May we pause to center ourselves during this time, stand in the holy light of Love, and when refreshed reach out a help another find their light and radiance.
that surrounds you.
Then you will see your own light
as radiant as the full moon.”
― Rumi
Last week was a full moon. June's moon is called Strawberry Moon. Due to all that happened last week, I missed this. While I was aware that the moon was in its waxing gibbous phase, I didn't purposely keep track and go out to gaze at the night sky when the moon was full. This is the first time in years that I've neglected doing so, which is another reminder of the tumultuous times we are living in.
May we pause to center ourselves during this time, stand in the holy light of Love, and when refreshed reach out a help another find their light and radiance.
June 10, 2020This photo is from my sheltered, cozy back porch, a table between two chairs, where I can meet people for spiritual direction during this time of social distancing. Outside for safety, and bodily apart, our souls still easily connect as deeply as before. (We could even sit by the wildflower patch or in the woods for maximum connection with nature while we talk!)
We are living in difficult, yet exciting times. Change is happening. Often there is a period of chaos before positive change. Inner chaos can go along with outer chaos. Even if we are creating positive change, we can still feel anxious. Much is being asked of us. How do we bring our truest, deepest selves to the world, right now, even as events are unfolding? How can we stay present and centered?
While I am not a counselor or therapist, I am trained in spiritual direction. I would be happy to companion you in this time. You might wonder what is spiritual direction. he following explanation is taken from Spiritual Directors International (https://www.sdiworld.org/
What is a Spiritual Companion/ Spiritual Director?
~Spiritual companions support people on their spiritual journeys through life.
~Spiritual companions are welcoming and present with those they companion, listening and responding without being judgmental.
~Spiritual companions are contemplative and honor silence as a spiritual practice.
~Spiritual companions recognize the agency of the people they companion.
~Spiritual companions are intuitive spiritual friends — accountable and compassionate, hospitable and open, loving yet independent.
Spiritual direction or companionship inspires people to experience authenticity in their lives as they connect with and explore the ground of all being, that deepest of truths which is beyond life and death and goes by many names, including God, and no name at all.
Message me if you are interested or have questions.
Anyone who comes to me for spiritual direction may stroll the meadows and woods for an hour before or after our session. We have a meditation path in the woods, with wildflowers, swing, birds and butterflies. Also a swing by the creek in the meadow next to our Shooting Star Wildflower Garden.
Send me a message if you are interested!
We are living in difficult, yet exciting times. Change is happening. Often there is a period of chaos before positive change. Inner chaos can go along with outer chaos. Even if we are creating positive change, we can still feel anxious. Much is being asked of us. How do we bring our truest, deepest selves to the world, right now, even as events are unfolding? How can we stay present and centered?
While I am not a counselor or therapist, I am trained in spiritual direction. I would be happy to companion you in this time. You might wonder what is spiritual direction. he following explanation is taken from Spiritual Directors International (https://www.sdiworld.org/
What is a Spiritual Companion/ Spiritual Director?
~Spiritual companions support people on their spiritual journeys through life.
~Spiritual companions are welcoming and present with those they companion, listening and responding without being judgmental.
~Spiritual companions are contemplative and honor silence as a spiritual practice.
~Spiritual companions recognize the agency of the people they companion.
~Spiritual companions are intuitive spiritual friends — accountable and compassionate, hospitable and open, loving yet independent.
Spiritual direction or companionship inspires people to experience authenticity in their lives as they connect with and explore the ground of all being, that deepest of truths which is beyond life and death and goes by many names, including God, and no name at all.
Message me if you are interested or have questions.
Do you wonder if the Spirit is present in your life? Do you desire spiritual growth, deeper connection, or want to explore contemplation prayer practices? Do you want to get to know your deepest, truest self? (Trust me, it is beautiful! - My favorite prayer is from Macrina Wiederkehr: "Help me know the truth about myself, no matter how beautiful it is!" )
Anyone who comes to me for spiritual direction may stroll the meadows and woods for an hour before or after our session. We have a meditation path in the woods, with wildflowers, swing, birds and butterflies. Also a swing by the creek in the meadow next to our Shooting Star Wildflower Garden.
Send me a message if you are interested!
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