thomas merton…listening

“Just remaining quietly in the presence of God, listening to Him, being attentive to Him, requires a lot of courage…

the action of listening

this story did not take place yesterday or today – it took place a long time ago when the animals…

muffin top memoirs…

i have a muffin top. not that i possess a nice fluffy top of a pastry ready to consume, but…

refreshing shadows…

moving again to the shadows it has been awhile… years since journeying to this area of self smiling as i…

a new departure…

analyzing, reflecting analyzing, reflecting a vicious cycle, created in the recesses of the mind. most never arrive here, and for…

a celebration

clouds of dust rushed all around us, the sun beating high overhead and the sounds of tribal chanting rang through…

lonely connections

it’s odd being in kenya tonight. i’m experiencing profound feelings of loneliness in ways that i have not felt for…

awkward clarity

it’s difficult to sleep after experiencing what we did this afternoon. ctc has the privilege of hosting chelsea dee thom,…