Living in the Midst
To the person who feels the need to comment on every news story or Facebook post about the immorality of anything outside of the heteronormative life, I can’t change your mind. I know this, that’s why I don’t engage in that way. I know that if I share my story in the comment section I… Continue reading I Can’t Change Your Mind
Often when we try to repair something, we do it in a way that makes the repair invisible. One might put a patch on the backside of a hole in the knees of jeans so that the spot isn’t as apparent. When repairing a tear in a couch or chair, it’s done in a way… Continue reading Making Visible
Often when I say "no" to something I feel bad. I feel like I'm letting someone down, that I'm not doing my part. Usually when I say "no" it's best for me, but being one that often puts others first, I still struggle with being my first priority. Last month my breathwork teacher was in… Continue reading Not Yet
I met him when he was in elementary school. His parents were very excited about the youth program I was leading and couldn’t wait for him to join in on all the fun. The summer before he started sixth grade, I went to his house to learn more about him – what he enjoys, what… Continue reading New Dreams: T’s Quilt
Before I arrived, I read followed several blogs about the Camino and often writers would comment about seeing people many times or developing a Camino family. Since I'm traveling with a large group, I didn't know if we would have the same experience. I imagine traveling alone would lend itself to connecting with other pilgrims… Continue reading The People of the Camino
These moments are everywhere – every moment, really, is a moment of grace. None of this is deserved. Yes, I’ve worked for what I have. But, do I deserve anymore than the next person? No. Yes, I’ve tried to cultivate meaningful relationships. But, I do deserve loving people in my life more than someone else?… Continue reading Moments of Grace