The other day, I listened to the acclaimed author Amy Tan discuss a new creative pursuit she embraced during Covid:birdwatching and translating those encounters into art. She spoke of learning to focus solely on the bird, patiently waiting for it to reveal itself amidst the garden’s clutter. As she filled in the background, the bird’s…
Dreamwork
My old friend held a fascinating belief: dreams were the brain’s way of healing itself through “dreamwork.” This sparked his curiosity during our conversations. He’d eagerly ask about my dreams, but unlike others who dissected them, his approach was more introspective. Most times, my memory offered just fragments, or nothing at all. Occasionally, however, I’d…
Accommodation
Summer’s searing heat is with us, and we’re all finding ways to adapt. Some escape to cooler climets for an early vacation, while others trade in the usual routine for more pool time or simply stay indoors for a cool respite. But for many,the heatwave demands adjustments to their work. Delivery drivers might shift routes…
Comfort
Holding my giggling granddaughter in the pool, this verse from Luke 1:78-79 washed over me: ‘By the tender mercy of our God, the dawn from on high will break upon us…’ Just like I held her close, never letting her go, this verse reminds me that God’s love is a constant source of comfort.…
Denial
Terry Tempest Williams captures the essence of denial in her powerful words: “Denial stops us from listening… But denial lies. It protects us from the potency of a truth we cannot yet bear to accept.” Denial may feel like a safe haven, a refuge from harsh realities. It lulls us with the familiar and promises…