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Why we blame ourselves (and why I won’t anymore)
Without going into the amount of detail that I’m sure my regular visitors are tired of reading, sometimes my Crohn’s causes pain and nausea, both of which often manifest in a grimace. Often that...
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A funny place for grace
One of the most exhausting elements of this recent flare-up of my chronic illness is that I am constantly imagining ways that I will improve. It could be diet or rest or a good old fashioned miracle,...
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The fragrance of grace
It was nearing midnight and the groom was at the grill, slight perspiration developing above his still-fastened tie. We sat around the fire pit, abandoned by the other wedding guests, the bride’s glow...
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Ready to Run to God’s arms
We are asked throughout Advent to stay ready. For the next few weeks I invite you to reflect with me on the many forms of readiness. I had no business being so calm this week, what with a show opening,...
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Ready to be blessed
We are asked throughout Advent to stay ready. For the next few weeks I invite you to reflect with me on the many forms of readiness. Quia Respexit For behold, all generations will call me blessed. I...
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Stubbornness and grace
“Margaret, I didn’t know you were a runner.” “Oh, I’m not, not really” I said this the day after running my 19th half-marathon, and immediately sensed how ridiculous I sounded. “I mean, I’m not really...
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