I lit a candle for the first time this morning as I started to write and am using it as a reminder that this season of Advent doesn’t have to be one of endless celebration and loud, flashy joy. Advent can also be a place of quiet expectation, an acceptance of the darkness that surrounds us. My heart is sad this season for lots of reasons, mostly small in the grand scheme of ... Read More
Using Facebook Groups to Organize Your Book Group
When I started my book group this summer I knew I wanted a simple way to organize our communications without the clumsiness of a bunch of email threads and reply-alls. Someone recommended Facebook Groups and it really has made it very easy to schedule meeting times, post about books and keep track of RSVPs. Yes, you have to be a little bit savvy with Facebook, but if it's ... Read More
Don’t forget the power you have : Thoughts on the Election
In the past 48 hours I’ve heard at least three different people express how afraid they feel about tomorrow and I’m not going to pretend that tomorrow’s not a big deal. Of course, I have a strong opinion about which candidate I support and which policies align with what I value but I’m frustrated by the powerlessness that everyone seems to feel around this process. It seems we ... Read More