O holy night, the stars are brightly shining, It is the night of the dear Savior's birth. Long lay the world in sin and error pining 'Til he appeared and the soul felt its worth. from "O Holy Night", words by poet Placide Cappeau, music by Adolphe Adam It's true! I can attest to it. … Continue reading …And the soul felt its worth
Category: Inspiration
Rest in Peace, dear Queen
I feel sad to realize that for the first time in my life, this gracious, dignified, warm woman is not on this earth with us. I have so respected her, and felt comforted by her leadership, constancy and dignified reign. I am thankful for the memorials I've witnessed recently, from a British flag at half-mast … Continue reading Rest in Peace, dear Queen
The Nativity Scene – a Reminder
Whenever you see a nativity scene, be reminded that God wants to be closer to you.
Beauty for Ashes
I revelled in the summer heat When others fried And sighed, Goodbye, And went inside. Trusting, I smiled When hot became warm, The return of summer's norm, Simply a mild forewarn Of climate's transform. Too soon it seemed Leaves turned to gold. Yet still no cold! Larch and aspen--behold! Facing autumn serene and bold. Fun … Continue reading Beauty for Ashes
Relax, there will be an Answer
Have you ever had a dilemma and suddenly--without any effort from you--the answer became clear? That's what happened to me last week. The dilemma was one of those fuzzy impressions, hard to put my finger on, a nagging weight on my mind, frustration. It seemed to be related to my many writing projects and interests, … Continue reading Relax, there will be an Answer
Update – the Calgary READS Big Book Sale has been cancelled
With the wellbeing of our community in mind, the Big Book Sale has been cancelled... Take special care & take comfort in books and reading aloud!From all of us at Calgary READS Thanks for giving it your best shot, Calgary READS! You are awesome and it will happen in the future! By the way, anyone … Continue reading Update – the Calgary READS Big Book Sale has been cancelled
Inspirational Quote By Stephen King: “Quiet people have…”
Nature Break
Hi everybody, since it's the middle of the winter, and the world is STILL not back to normal, here is a little "nature break" video for you - with chill music! It's a collection of pictures and videos I took in the neighborhood park, most in 2020. I hope it gives you that "Ahhhh" feeling. … Continue reading Nature Break
A Spiritual Rest during the Holidays
“Yet with the woes of sin and strife the world hath suffered long;Beneath the angel-strain have rolled two thousand years of wrong;And man, at war with man, hears not the love song which they bring:O hush the noise, ye men of strife, And hear the angels sing.”from “It Came Upon a Midnight Clear” by Edmund … Continue reading A Spiritual Rest during the Holidays
Writing to Senior Pen Pals
Ah, the joys of writing! And today I am referring to literally WRITING, handwriting, using pen or paper--not typing. I have found handwriting or printing one of the best ways for me to create and record my thoughts. But here I want to focus on sending snail-mail letters to people as a way to connect … Continue reading Writing to Senior Pen Pals
