Category Archives: Quote

“Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.” -Maya Angelou

Today is the first day of school for my kids. Their chromebooks are set-up and I installed a wi-fi extender at home so that my internet could withstand the numerous daily Zooms. The sense of loss of the in-person experience is offset by the excitement my children have of seeing their friends on their screens.Continue reading ““Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.” -Maya Angelou”

“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.” 1 Corinthians 16:13

I read this passage on a card I received in the mail yesterday. I was struck by how rewarding it was to open a written correspondence. The card was sent to me by a colleague in Washington, DC, and it also felt nice to receive good news from our nation’s capital…for the first time inContinue reading ““Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.” 1 Corinthians 16:13″

“We are in a moment of extreme vulnerability when life and death hold hands.” Rabbi Delphine Horvilleur

When I initially read this article on preparing for increasing stress levels, I thought it may be a resource as schools continue to re-open in varying ways; the stressful impact of Covid upon the continually changing educational landscape cannot be overstated. Then yesterday afternoon I learned of wildfires now burning through several surrounding counties nearbyContinue reading ““We are in a moment of extreme vulnerability when life and death hold hands.” Rabbi Delphine Horvilleur”

“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

“No wonder those words have weathered the centuries so well; no wonder they are still music to our ears.  They assure us that those who please God are not those who can carry the heaviest loads but those who are willing to share their loads, who are willing to share their yokes by entering intoContinue reading ““Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.””

The measure of wealth in a civilized nation is not the currency accumulated by the lucky few, but rather the strength and resonance of social relations and the bonds of reciprocity that connect all people in common purpose- Wade Davis

Yesterday was an odd day that began with a coyote lunging at my dog on our morning walk, and concluded with several hours of playing guitar with my neighbors. We played songs by Bob Dylan, Janis Joplin and Van Morrison, artists from another time who held lofty ideals about community and society. My dog isContinue reading “The measure of wealth in a civilized nation is not the currency accumulated by the lucky few, but rather the strength and resonance of social relations and the bonds of reciprocity that connect all people in common purpose- Wade Davis”

Empathy is the social glue that holds a civilized society together. Empathy lays the core for helping kids live one truth: we are ALL humans who share the same fears and concerns, and deserve to be treated with dignity. -Dr. Michele Borba

Last week I was involved in meetings with a group of Brothers and with my children’s school, both of which discussed the importance of connectedness amidst virtual community. The loss of in-person community is real, yet we also have an opportunity to leverage our common mission to overcome the inherent obstacles of being physically separated.Continue reading “Empathy is the social glue that holds a civilized society together. Empathy lays the core for helping kids live one truth: we are ALL humans who share the same fears and concerns, and deserve to be treated with dignity. -Dr. Michele Borba”

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has. – Author Margaret Meade

Last night, 85 parents from my children’s school gathered via Zoom. Our virtual meeting provided the time and space for us to reconnect as parents and as a community of support. Concern, anxiety and questions were all present, as were laughter, compassion and appreciation for our school and its teachers. This experience of community, andContinue reading “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has. – Author Margaret Meade”

Faith lifts the soul, Hope supports it, Experience says it must and Love says…let it be! -Elizabeth Ann Seton

Actor Martin Sheen turned 80 earlier this week, and I recently came across his inspiring recitation of this 1910 Begali poem by Rabindranath Tagore. I have long admired Martin’s faith convictions along with his acting. You can view his rendition of the poem here. “Let My Country Awake” – Rabindranath Tagore Where the mind is without fearContinue reading “Faith lifts the soul, Hope supports it, Experience says it must and Love says…let it be! -Elizabeth Ann Seton”

May our singing be music for others, and may it keep others aloft. – Eric Whitacre

Last week’s passing of Civil Rights icon John Lewis challenges us to continue his life’s work toward access, equality and standing up for what is right. In our continuing experience of this coronavirus pandemic, and throughout our country’s attempts to reconcile our systemic racial injustices, there are many opportunities to do just this. Let usContinue reading “May our singing be music for others, and may it keep others aloft. – Eric Whitacre”