“We must not wish for the disappearance of our troubles but for the grace to transform them.” — Simone Weil
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How to Make History
Like many women, I was raised that I should be a good girl (I may have mentioned this before). This does not always work for me. I prefer the thinking, “Well-behaved women rarely make history” and I get real excited when I meet members of that mischievous tribe. [Read more…] about How to Make History
Quote of the Week for Dec. 19
There are two kinds of people: those who say to God, “Thy will be done,” and those to whom God says, “All right, then, have it your way.” –C. S. Lewis
Christmas Magic, When You Least Expect It
This past week I was asked to tell a story at my town’s Christmas celebration. I was nervous. The story I wanted to tell goes to a dark place before ending on a high note. I thought the kids and adults in the audience would prefer some Christmas magic instead. The shows producer, the extremely talented Jody Simpson, said matter-of-factly, “kids need to know that Bambi’s mother dies” and “this is no place for pablum.” As as artist, that direction itself was a bit of Christmas magic. [Read more…] about Christmas Magic, When You Least Expect It
Quote of the Week for Dec. 12
Every blade of grass has its angel that bends over it and whispers, “Grow, grow.” — The Talmud