Advent is a time of waiting, and I am enjoying this reflective season. Being intentional, spending time outdoors, pacing myself amidst a flurry of activities (both personal and professional) and keeping my daily reflective practice routines have been essential. As I’ve previously referenced, one of these disciplines is an “Advent Attitudes” email from Loyola PressContinue reading “With love and patience, nothing is impossible. -Daisaku Ikeda”
Category Archives: Prayer
[Gratitude] bravely pauses and takes account of life—of everything going on—and chooses to say thank you for the whole of it. Vinita Hampton Wright
I read this brief reflection at the start to my week: Finding Your Perfect Point of Gratitude. It has framed my attempt to approach this week with increased awareness of the everyday blessings that God affords me – and yes, even those which are wrapped up as challenges. Noteworthy experiences include an alternate route throughContinue reading “[Gratitude] bravely pauses and takes account of life—of everything going on—and chooses to say thank you for the whole of it. Vinita Hampton Wright”
Transformative relationships are formed when we exchange pieces of our humanity with each other. -Shawn Ginwright
Tomorrow night I am providing a reflection at the parent meeting for our son’s school on “The Power of Gratitude.” I am pleased to share some of the resources that I am considering. For me it’s all about relationships, rooted in joy, happiness and love. I remain grateful for my mentors along the way, andContinue reading “Transformative relationships are formed when we exchange pieces of our humanity with each other. -Shawn Ginwright”
If now isn’t a good time for the truth, I don’t see when we’ll get to it. -Nikki Giovanni
This week I was in DC for a conference and I took advantage of some down time yesterday to visit some of the museums. My high school history teacher had the following quote on his bulletin board (which I recall nearly thirty years later!): “How can we know where we’re going if we don’t knowContinue reading “If now isn’t a good time for the truth, I don’t see when we’ll get to it. -Nikki Giovanni”
The best teachers show you where to look but don’t tell you what to see. -Alexandra Trenfor
Today marks “World Teacher’s Day,” celebrated across India. I am thinking of so many educators in my life who have impacted my journey over the years. Just last week I recalled a story of Mr. Conwell, my eight grade teacher, in a webinar on leadership development in schools. My mother was a classroom teacher, myContinue reading “The best teachers show you where to look but don’t tell you what to see. -Alexandra Trenfor”
Rarely, if ever, are any of us healed in isolation. Healing is an act of communion. – Bell Hooks
On our Saturday morning family hike at Glen Park Canyon (depicted), my daughter skipped alongside our dog while we trekked through the beauty of God’s nature. One of my favorite aspects of living in San Francisco has always been the ease with which we urban dwellers can access the outdoors. I tried to take itContinue reading “Rarely, if ever, are any of us healed in isolation. Healing is an act of communion. – Bell Hooks”
To “let go and let God” is to put yourself into the hands of God, even for just a little while, until the challenges of life are more bearable. —Diana L. Hayes
This week I was privileged to spend several days with our school leaders in Tucson, AZ. The beauty of the desert, and the commitment of these individuals, was an inspiration. Of course visiting our Lasallian school there, with its wonderful students and inspiring artwork (depicted here) ,was the highlight. Enjoy the journey ahead! Journey ofContinue reading “To “let go and let God” is to put yourself into the hands of God, even for just a little while, until the challenges of life are more bearable. —Diana L. Hayes”
“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” -St. Teresa of Kolkata
In recent days we celebrated both the feast of St. Theresa of Kolkata along with the Labor Day holiday (in the United States). I am pleased to share these resources from my opening meeting of the week yesterday, which followed a blissful weekend at the beach with my family. I am counting my blessings andContinue reading ““I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” -St. Teresa of Kolkata”
Humble yourself the more, the greater you are, and you will find favor with God. -The Book of Sirach
This week’s adventures include coaching my son’s soccer team, shuttling my other kids around to their activities, and preparing for our annual family getaway weekend at the beach with our good friends and their families. Our daughter started volleyball season last night with her first practice, and it feels as if we are settling intoContinue reading “Humble yourself the more, the greater you are, and you will find favor with God. -The Book of Sirach”
“Built By Black History.” -NBA Celebration of Black History Month
I was fortunate to recently attend a Golden State Warriors game and, among many impressions, I was left inspired by the warm-up gear and attire of the teams. All of these steps acknowledged the impact and legacy of black women and men. We had great seats with an insightful view into the effort, hard workContinue reading ““Built By Black History.” -NBA Celebration of Black History Month”
Keeping the Faith 