Finding sentinels in the mist

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Sound travels differently in the cloud. Dampened echoes of the valley in the fluster of ducks disturbed by my presence. Yet some things remain. We need those who will stand with us. Who will speak the truth in love and help us frame what we see. Even when all is not clear. Where are your … Read more

Owning our stories of struggle

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It takes courage to own our stories of struggle. Not making them into a melodrama, but recognising the truth that life isn’t always easy. And neither are we. These stories start with us looking in the mirror and choosing not to airbrush the imperfections. Nor making excuses, but instead choosing to love and be loved. … Read more

Naming the truth of love

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I heard this poem yesterday. Somehow it feels important to place it as a marker at the entrance to this week. With hope. LOVE The ground that hatred has gainedwill be retaken by love,the losses that we’ve sustainedwill be remembered by love, the tears that we’ve criedwill be wiped away by love,the pain and grief … Read more