“It is our attitude toward events, not events themselves, which we can control. Nothing is by its own nature calamitous – even death is terrible
Category: Lent
The Rhythm of Belonging
“Guided by longing, belonging is the wisdom of rhythm. When we are in rhythm with our own nature, things flow and balance naturally. Every fragment
The Gift of Emptiness
There was a time in my life when fasting was my go-to Lenten journey, but it never really brought me the peace that I sought,
On Closure & Apologies
“To forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover that the prisoner was you” – Lewis B. Smedes In recent months life has challenged
A Nikonic Easter
As I mentioned yesterday, this is a very unusual Easter for me, alone in Vila Franca, with no friends or family to celebrate with. I
My Bags Are Packed (Again)
Two out of three suitcases are open and look as if they are spilling their guts. The drawers are empty, except for my toiletries that
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