My sister-in-law sent me some song lyrics she heard performed by a choir several years ago. She has kept the lyrics to ponder each year and shared them with me, knowing I seek to live a slower life. The first words are, "Lord, before this fleeting season is upon us..." Obviously, this fleeting season is already upon us. Already fleeting. Nevertheless, the … [Read more...]
Reclaim Family Conversation at Mealtime
One time we were making plans to have another family over for dinner. As we were discussing the get-together, they said, “So, after we eat at your house, what will we do? I suppose we’ll just sit around and … talk?” “Um, yes. What would you do at someone else’s house?” “Watch a movie or maybe a football game.” “Oh, well, we just talk. I hope that’s okay. We’ll ask … [Read more...]
Slow-Down Spot
It doesn't take much to slow down.A secondhand throw tossed onto a secondhand rocker. … [Read more...]