Author Archives: Nancy

I heard the other day that people are reporting Covid dreams. Dreams where they feel overwhelmed, or dreams from which they can’t escape. Whoever could have thought a year ago the word Covid would be such a regular part of … Continue reading →

Yesterday was Jimmy Carter’s birthday. He turned 96 making him the longest-lived President of the United States. He was President from 1977 to 1981. Around that time he was often referred to as a ‘peanut farmer from Georgia’. But, I … Continue reading →

Did you feel it? Did you feel the earth tilt a bit today? This is the day of the Fall Equinox – the first day of the autumn season. Today the sun was exactly above the equator as it made … Continue reading →

At the beginning of the summer I treated myself with the purchase of a beautiful fire pit. It is cut iron with an image of a bear and a cub toasting marshmallows! It is fun and serviceable. I have loved … Continue reading →

How do you start your day? What is the first thing that happens as you emerge from slumber? Is it with an alarm or do you wake up instinctively? Do you need coffee or tea in the morning? Is your … Continue reading →

The five Sundays after Labour Day are designated as Creation Time. This is a season we set aside to honour and appreciate creation. This seems like a bit of a no-brainer! The stewardship and care of creation is strong throughout … Continue reading →

“What’cha doin?” “Thinking.” “Thinking ’bout what?” “Just thinking.” “Well, you have to be thinking about something.” “Not really – just waiting for thoughts to come.” “About what?” “Thoughts about my sermon.” “What’s it on?” “Don’t know yet – that’s why … Continue reading →

I officiated at a graveside service last week. There were just seven of us. Five from the family, the Funeral Director, and me. The deceased died a few months ago and it was only now we could gather to inter … Continue reading →

In my last blog I mentioned that I was going to meet with my Spiritual Director. In the course of our conversation I said, almost flippantly, “Well, I guess that is the gift of Covid.” Being the good and insightful … Continue reading →

Do you remember that song from the 70’s? “Feelings, nothing more than feelings” the singer intoned. It was covered by a number of artists. It is a song about lost love. It is maudlin and sentimental and not particularly good … Continue reading →