Holding Fast
A limb has nearly broken off the pine tree near the front of our house. Last year woodpeckers tapped it until there was a large hole, then the wind loosened the remaining branch, and...
Enjoy these prayers of reflection and thanksgiving inspired by life on St. George Island.
My Hat Wears Out
Many years ago I bought a visor cap with my school’s initials on it from the college bookstore. Since then it’s been my ‘beach hat’, the hat I grab when I walk on the...
Treasure Hunt
My husband collects floats that wash ashore. When we discover one on the beach—especially if it’s in good condition—we congratulate one another and eagerly bring the Styrofoam ball home as if we’d stumbled over...
Excuse Me…
Dolphins were sporting in the water this afternoon as I walked alone on the beach. I saw a woman staring at the sand. “Did you see the dolphins?” I asked, excitedly. “ Shhh,” she...
My Camellia Bush
I have one blossom on a camellia bush given to me by a friend. I’m very proud since for ages the small slip seemed barely to live, much less grow and flourish. Any plant...
Breath of God
Prayer about the Holy Spirit Dear Heavenly Father, as a child I was afraid of suffocating. My older sister would come up behind me, covering my nose and mouth with her hands, watching me...
After Easter Prayer
An After-Easter Prayer “Behind him came Simon Peter, and he went straight into the tomb. He saw the linen cloths lying there, and the cloth which had been around Jesus’ head. It was...
He Has Risen
Prayer for Easter Dear Lord, every Easter card shows flowers blooming, bright sunshine, and smiling disciples. But it wasn’t that way, was it, Lord. It was chilly and dark when the women went to...
Too Far!
When my husband and I walk, we aim for specific spot, easily identified on the beach. Sometimes we try to go past that spot, adding each day to the length of our walk. Of...
Prayer for Palm Sunday
Prayer for Palm Sunday Dear Heavenly Father—I wonder what it was like for Jesus on that Palm Sunday so very long ago. All the crowds cheering and praising him. Streets crowded with followers, shouting...
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