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On this day of ashes, I am keenly aware of the weeds. I dig my fingers into the earth, steadily rocking the stem back and forth until its root finally gives way. I toss the newly eradicated dandelion onto a foot-high stack of discarded greenery and dig back…
Tag: Lent
Lent (in as many words)
A Season in 10 Words
Spring once bolstered my Lenten fast, now winter lengthens it.
5 Haiku for a Long Winter’s Lent
The days grow longer
In spring anticipation
Rain keeps us indoors Continue reading “Lent (in as many words)”
Habits and Delight
The soul is made to delight,
to revel in glory, to see
the wonder in every detail
and resonate
deeply, in joy! Continue reading “Habits and Delight”
Carrots and Glory
I toss a stack of weeds into the green waste bin and call out, “It’s time to plant seeds!” Continue reading “Carrots and Glory”
Ashes and Weeds
On this day of ashes, I am keenly aware of the weeds.
I dig my fingers into the earth, steadily rocking the stem back and forth until its root finally gives way. I toss the newly eradicated dandelion onto a foot-high stack of discarded greenery and dig back in for another. Continue reading “Ashes and Weeds”
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