Author Archives: wbgayle

Beaujolais Nouveau*

Posted on December 12, 2017 by wbgayle

Wine ages and becomes exceptional, rich and full-bodied. It begins with good soil, fertile vines laden with fruit kissed by the sun and soaked with rain. The first fruits of the vine invite us to taste and see what goodness … Continue reading →

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Advent Conundrum

Posted on December 11, 2017 by wbgayle

It is hard to wait with grace, unfettered by constraints of time or the need for results. Advent waiting is active joyous in anticipation yet subdued in fervor and passion for the coming again of our Savior. ADVENT December 11, … Continue reading →

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Silent Night

Posted on December 10, 2017 by wbgayle

Let it snow! Stay at home. Nap by the fire. Welcome the respite from hustle and bustle. The snow nestles on bare trees making winter a wonderland and quieting the cacophony. The Savior was born on a silent night. ADVENT … Continue reading →

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The Magic of Music

Posted on December 9, 2017 by wbgayle

I love a good tenor. Rich vibrato, glorious high notes, melodic loveliness bringing joy to many hearts. Songs can bring tears to the eyes, a crowd to its feet, or to its knees. The alchemy begins with just one note. … Continue reading →

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Via Nova

Posted on December 8, 2017 by wbgayle

New things scare me, causing anxiety and senseless worry. Taking that first big step is the hardest, after which the next step is a bit easier. A new way may be unfamiliar but I trust the grace of my holy … Continue reading →

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Joys of the Season

Posted on December 7, 2017 by wbgayle

Green cyprus boughs in a simple gold pot. Stiff holly branches heavy with red berries. A few sprigs of graceful pine, cones open from shedding their seeds. Majestic magnolia and boxwood. Decorations found in nature…priceless. ADVENT December 7, 2017

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Beyond Time

Posted on December 6, 2017 by wbgayle

Earth time slips through our lives like silk rope or sands through an hourglass. God time is eternal, unfettered by emotion, unpunctuated by events, unending and yet unbeginning. Accept it with grace.  Let it flow through you. ADVENT December 6, … Continue reading →

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A Journey of Grace

Posted on December 5, 2017 by wbgayle

To travel back in time to memories lost in the shuffle is a journey of grace. Lazy days on the front porch. Scary memories of the smokehouse. Sunday drives going nowhere and back. I wish I could linger a while … Continue reading →

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Living with Grace

Posted on December 4, 2017 by wbgayle

One cannot truly live for very long in a state of wrath before darkness descends casting deep shadows and doubt. Kindness can last a whole lifetime spreading light and divine energy. By living with grace, one finds holy peace. ADVENT … Continue reading →

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Unexpected Grace

Posted on December 3, 2017 by wbgayle

Grace moments. Rare glimpses of a holy presence, arriving unannounced, inviting themselves in for a visit, staying for a cup of hot tea, filling your heart with a sense of calm, only to leave in the blink of an eye. … Continue reading →

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