Religious freedom is too sacred a right to be restricted or prohibited in any degree without convincing proof that a legitimate interest of the state is in grave danger. Frank Murphy So why don’t we always give each other the freedom to believe? Why doesContinue reading “Freedom to Believe: Miracle Monday 4”
Which is truer – Fact or Fiction – in search of the authentic writing self – Saturday Writing Sagas 9
I choose to speak in riddles. The first time I wrote this post it had more overtly personal family stories in it, yet I backed away and thought I can’t write that post yet because I am grappling with a deeper question. Which is truer, fact or fiction? I have responsibilities to those I amContinue reading “Which is truer – Fact or Fiction – in search of the authentic writing self – Saturday Writing Sagas 9”
Serendipity: Miracle Monday 3
There are times when fate seems to be aligning all the planets and bringing brilliance our way – Serendipity! “The faculty of making fortunate discoveries by accident.” But is it our 0wn effort, and striving that leads to these discoveries and events even though they may seem to be accidental? A few days ago someoneContinue reading “Serendipity: Miracle Monday 3”
Stillness, Buffy Sainte-Marie and Abstract Art: Saturday Writing Sagas 8
He asked me, ‘What do you think of abstract art?’ I replied, ‘I don’t have a background in art. I’m a storyteller. But I do like to photograph patterns in nature – ripples in water, how nature becomes abstracted art’ I was thinking how much art fascinates me, and yet I don’t know all it’sContinue reading “Stillness, Buffy Sainte-Marie and Abstract Art: Saturday Writing Sagas 8”
Here is a Feather
Originally posted on Ripple Poetry :
Feather for Flight – June Perkins Here is a feather for flight To strengthen your wings To put the world right Take this peace feather For all of life’s weather Add to it more for your wings. Who are the women you treasure? Who helped you into the sky? Speak…