“Looking back over these 40 some pages I see the same refrain over and over. After I’ve detailed our days and the updates that surrounded the pandemic, I ended every letter to Charlotte and Isaac in the same way.
You are loved. I love you.’
“One morning at 4 am (I’m not sure this even counts as morning) I hear Isaac talking to himself. I find him awake and alert playing with his stuffed animals and blankets. ‘I’m playing library, mommy. My workers are busy.'”
“Is this prayer?
this note
and words
the tapping of keys across the screen
the waiting and wondering.”
“Open your eyes to see: the sparkle of snow, the colors of a sunset, a smile, the way the light falls on the floor, the first signs of new life, hands reaching out for a hug, crayons cascading over paper, a pile of books waiting to be read.”
“God of mystery and wisdom,
be with us this Lenten season.
As we walk to the cross
keep our eyes fixed
on you and your love -“
“A new month rises
with the chance to experience God anew
in stories and songs …”
“…who calls us today to follow him
His love endures forever.
to come and see a world filled with hope
His love endures forever.
to offer a hand to those in need
His love endures forever.”
“Hear our prayers, Lord.
The ones we speak out loud.
The ones that fall with our tears.
The ones that speak in righteous anger.”
“During this third week of Advent, what’s bringing you joy? And where can you share joy with others?”
“The season is waiting for you –
brimming with God’s goodness …”