Valerie

Having to check time on my phone is often a nuisance so I decided I would buy a new watch. That was my intention on Saturday but …

Like the fire in my cabin, the presence of Jesus, faith in something greater than ourselves, is able to enfold us in peace. – our moment of respite.

A reflection on this week – from storytelling to laughter to exploring spirituality – the fuel for the fire of our discipleship.

“Wherever two or three are gathered in my name, I am there.” It is always for real – even in the mundane and the busyness of doing

Amidst the ache of loss, I celebrate a life lived faithfully and fully. I give thanks for lessons learned, love given and received, laughter shared, and faith lived.

It was raining when I pulled into the parking lot but wonderful memories came flooding back as I picture the camp as it was back then

Cut them down. Haul them away. Everything looks so fresh and there is room to breathe. And THEN – the very next year – the alders are back

A family of otters … what were they thinking or feeling I wonder? Perhaps they too want only to live in peace and co-exist as it was in the beginning

A Saturday morning ride on the trail heading west – the sites and sounds, the beauty, the peace. And, my mind wandered.

My new journey – a beautiful daily commute; new people, new surroundings;; a sense of excitement and adventure.