Author Archives: wbgayle

Tears

Posted on March 25, 2013 by wbgayle

The eyes are the windows into the human soul. Agony, pain, deep sorrow, pure joy, great passion, and adoration. The emotions born in the heart brimming to the surface looking out through the eyes.

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The Rat Race

Posted on March 24, 2013 by wbgayle

Hurry! So much to do! No time to smell the roses. Just check off the boxes and move on to the next thing on the agenda. What happens if we don’t finish? There is no keeping score. Relax.  Breathe.  No … Continue reading →

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Chances Are

Posted on March 23, 2013 by wbgayle

A chance to start anew to put aside the hurt, wringing out the pent up anger that has paralyzed me for too long. It’s like riding a bike again. I remember how and just need to take a chance.

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Divine Incarnation

Posted on March 22, 2013 by wbgayle

Divine energy flows through our eyes, hearts and hands. From one body to another we reflect the love inspired by Jesus. Living among us He became the immortal, fully human, fully divine.

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Great Things

Posted on March 21, 2013 by wbgayle

Great things. Words, stories, songs. Images from senses such powerful touchstones of strength in times of happiness or great turmoil. Strong energy drawn from sources of divine origin. The Lord has done great things.

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Mighty Mercy

Posted on March 20, 2013 by wbgayle

If mercy is given and accepted, it blesses two times. Its power is mighty. The one who grants mercy is compassionate and forbearing. The one who receives mercy is freed from self-righteousness and honored with grace.

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Spiritual Food

Posted on March 19, 2013 by wbgayle

God gives us space and time as life forms us. Yes, we need to be in the community helping our neighbors, being compassionate and generous. Yet, we need to feed our own spirits so we may walk with faces lifted … Continue reading →

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The Magic of the Liturgy

Posted on March 18, 2013 by wbgayle

There is real magic in the liturgy. To commend the words chanted in unison is quite transformative. In the speaking, there is comfort. For once we know it in our heads we are able to pray it from our hearts.

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The Human Fabric

Posted on March 17, 2013 by wbgayle

Our world, a fabric of many colors. Lives intersecting randomly and shooting off in parallel directions, then merging together again. Threads woven into a glorious tapestry of life imitating art.

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A Fresh Start

Posted on March 16, 2013 by wbgayle

With wonder I prepare for the first day of spring.  Glimpses of early redbud blossoms hold the promise of rebirth. That bare branches suddenly sprout perfect crimson flowers is proof of nature prophesying resurrection. ******************************** I saw the first redbud … Continue reading →

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