>Vague Prayer, Specific Answers

> Fallen Coast Live Oak, Quercus agrifolia   When a Tree Falls Yesterday morning, as I do each morning, I prayed while showering. Usually I use this time to pray specifically about the day ahead, lifting up friends and family with needs, giving thanks, and asking for help with the challenges I foresee. It’s a good habit […]


Vague Prayer, Specific Answers

Fallen Coast Live Oak, Quercus agrifolia   When a Tree Falls Yesterday morning, as I do each morning, I prayed while showering. Usually I use this time to pray specifically about the day ahead, lifting up friends and family with needs, giving thanks, and asking for help with the challenges I foresee. It’s a good habit for […]


Make a Joyful Noise!

United Church of the Valley Choir and Instrumental Ensemble December 5, 2010 Being Church Sunday, after writing about Advent, Rich and I drove to Murrieta to worship at my father’s church, United Church of the Valley. Dad had invited us to attend his congregation’s Christmas Cantata, described in the worship bulletin as “A service of […]


What are We Waiting For?

Papa Rich and Cadence, Christmas Day, 2009 Prepare Him Room–it’s Advent! We’ve hung lights on the eaves and set out nativities. Stockings hang from our mantel. Garland loops in swags from the banister rail, tied in place with festive red bows. A bit of mistletoe dangles above the entry hall. We’re choosing gifts and planning family gatherings. […]


What are We Waiting For?

Papa Rich and Cadence, Christmas Day, 2009 Prepare Him Room–it’s Advent! We’ve hung lights on the eaves and set out nativities. Stockings hang from our mantel. Garland loops in swags from the banister rail, tied in place with festive red bows. A bit of mistletoe dangles above the entry hall. We’re choosing gifts and planning family gatherings. […]