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September 10, 2014
Series on Suffering – Introduction
Today Robynn begins taking us into a series on suffering. I am so grateful for this and also not a …
September 9, 2014
Collect.Sort. Reminisce.Throwaway.Repeat
Collect.Sort. Reminisce.Throwaway.Repeat We have begun the infinite process of sorting and ridding ourselves of stuff. As my husband said the …
September 8, 2014
“We Speak the Language of Elsewhere”
“A janitor is sweeping the courtyard. He’s a dark shade of sunny……So I go to Azibo, the janitor. He’s old …
September 7, 2014
The Resilient Orthodox – “Axios”
“Axios!” The Bishop proclaims in a strong, authoritative voice. “Axios!” We respond in loud unison. “Worthy!” He proclaims and again …
September 5, 2014
I’ve Lost My Longings
I’ve Lost my Longings! by Robynn Several years ago I accidentally attended an eight day Ignatian silent retreat. (Robynn? Quiet …
September 4, 2014
The Boarding School Paradox
My friend Rachel wrote a piece that she published on Brain Child Magazine called “What Not to Say to the …
September 3, 2014
Belva’s Blue Platter: A Story of Redemption
This summer I said to Robynn “Any time you’re ready to write more for Communicating Across Boundaries I’m ready to …
September 2, 2014
Puddleglum’s Declaration
Although only 2 weeks, it has been a good rest. The longest time I have spent away from the blogin …
September 1, 2014
The Dance of Parenthood
It begins like a slow dance or ballet. The music is beautiful and haunting. That baby we take home from …
August 29, 2014
A Stretch Marked Soul
A Stretch Marked Soul by Robynn When I was pregnant with my first child, my beloved grandmother instructed me to …
