As I shared before I left, this retreat was a time of remembrance for me and honoring of my grief and loss. Last Thursday was the third anniversary of my mother's death and two months since we lost our beloved dog Duke. I drive out to the Hood River Valley in the morning, listening for how the ... read more
Returning
I returned yesterday from my time of retreat and remembering. The Columbia River Gorge is stunning this time of year, I spent most of my time simply in awe of the beauty there, receiving the gifts. I have lots bubbling and stirring in me. Returning from retreat is always a hard transition time, ... read more
The Slender Thread
I am heading off for a few days of retreat this week. The idea began with an art class I wanted to take down in Portland over the weekend, knowing it meant I could also have a chance to see an old and dear friend from my doctoral program who teaches down there now. Then I realized after teaching ... read more
Sabbath Feasting
Hazelnut Chicken Breasts with Cranberry Cherry Sauce Prepare the sauce at least 3 hours ahead. For the cranberry cherry sauce, bring 2 cups marsala wine and 1/2 cup dried tart cherries to a boil in a saucepan. Simmer about 8-10 minutes to reduce the liquid. Stir in 12 oz cranberries (fresh or ... read more
Falling and Meditative Making
Friday was a wonderful and very full day. Crystal Sygeel led us in our morning gathering and I want to share here the process she led us through. We gathered together and welcomed everyone there and then introduced ourselves and answered the question, "what are we letting go of?" or "what are ... read more
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