Monthly Archives: December 2010

“There have been times when I think we do not desire heaven; but more often I find myself wondering whether, in our heart of hearts, we have ever desired anything else… It is the secret signature of each soul, the … Continue reading →

The darkness felt grainy like old movies shot at night or a mouth full of dry, black dirt.  Neon flashed their invitations green and yellow while drumbeats pulsated through the vehicle.  I could almost taste the alcohol and swooned from … Continue reading →

At least five times this year in my mind, I have dug a grave.  Perhaps three feet square and a full six feet deep are the dimensions.  I have imagined friends and family gathered in agreement, wilted with remorse.  The … Continue reading →

A Stillness of Heart “I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me.” Philippians 3:12 Karen used to create quietude.  As a small child she was too loud, too quiet, too little, too … Continue reading →