The neighborhood is full of churches and temples and other places of devotion. Sometimes I look at them more closely than others.


I looked up this morning to notice that an orchid from Trader Joe’s from before the pandemic, decided to bloom.
I felt strongly called to bear witness today, in addition to making additional targeted donations to support protesters and the movement for black lives. I have been concerned about my ability to avoid possibly spreading Covid-19. To say what I think, protect my sensitive skin from the blazing summer afternoon sun, and to give me…
Dear Friends, After a summer of drought, we just experienced inside the Beltway the power when the earth shudders and shakes in an east coast earthquake of unusual magnitude. Now, less than a week after the earthquake, I take appropriate precautions and follow with deep caring the unfolding predictions, photos, commentary, and human reaction on…
The roses–they are budding. Not just the roses, and not just in my garden.
Looking in the opposite direction from yesterday.