New Beginnings - https://mailchi.mp/6bfc68557103/new-beginnings We recently celebrated Ash Wednesday (March 5), complete with ashes marking the beginning of the 40 days of Lent. The familiar words were said, "Remember that you are dust and to dust you shall return." Or as another framed it: "Remember that you are loved, and to Love you shall return." (fb)

Winter Wonderland - https://mailchi.mp/6edd94af99f8/winter-wonderland During the recent snowstorm, there was glistening on every branch, limb, and twig -- as the sparkling trees were reflected back in a world of white. If one did not need to come or go, it was simply glorious! As we reflected on the morning’s breviary hymn, “Holy, Holy, Holy,” all we needed to say was to point wordlessly out the window as the warm Sun gave twinkling to the sparkling Lake. (fb)