Monthly Archives: July 2023

Metamorphosis: Caterpillar

A repost from April 2, 2014 When a caterpillar begins its life in an egg, it is completely unrecognizable from that which will eventually hatch; and of course, the butterfly it will one day become bears no resemblance to the … Continue reading

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Sowing Seeds of Justice

This reflection was first published on March 13, 2014. I was born into and raised in the United Methodist Church.  Some part of me will always be Methodist because the best parts of Methodism in my life are Universalist and … Continue reading

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Sowing: The Strength Within

Reposted from a previous reflection from March 19, 2014 Every seed is a capsule of life, containing the full potential of its parent.  Flowers, trees, shrubs, and grasses release this part of themselves each season to discover their place in … Continue reading

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The Marvel of Dandelions

A repost of a previous reflection from March 14, 2014 Dandelions (Taraxacum officinale) are weeds, as we all know.   They are the nemesis of many a gardener, as well as those who attempt to cultivate vast, pristine lawns.  But they … Continue reading

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Sowing Seeds of Trust

A repost from an older reflection from March 15, 2014 I work with people, and the most important thing I do is to sow seeds of trust between us. I talk about it in different ways with the people with … Continue reading

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Sowing Magic

A repost of an previous reflection from March 16, 2014 Sowing seeds is an act of faith.  You take a few specks, press them into some dirt, give them a drink, and then… really, you’re dependent on magic for the … Continue reading

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Climate Change, Real and Upon Us

Reposted from February 2, 2014 (almost 10 years ago) In June I started a new job, as a librarian for the Environmental Protection Agency. I work for the Ecosystems Research Division lab in Athens, supporting scientific research that rivals Icarus’ … Continue reading

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