Tag Archives: gratitude

Sustenance: Grocerypalooza

Posted on June 9, 2014 by admin

Recently, I’ve begun to shop at Aldi.  I’ve gone from full-time to part-time work, and a quick glance at our finances reveals an inordinate amount of our earnings goes toward groceries. For those who are unfamiliar, Aldi is a discount … Continue reading →

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Wings: of Angels

Posted on May 25, 2014 by Christiana McQuain

Each and every one of us has experienced the benefit of everyday angels in our lives.  When one sees a need and fills it, without consideration of compensation, when we put forth effort for the benefit of others without expectation … Continue reading →

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Ecology: of Being and Gratitude

Posted on February 18, 2014 by Bob Patrick

In recent years, I have come to know and love the work of the Persian poet known as Hafiz.  His poetry has been made available to us by the translations of Daniel Ladinsky. Hafiz did not write about ecology as … Continue reading →

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Birth: Good things seeds

Posted on January 23, 2014 by Bob Patrick

The Buddha encouraged us to think of the good things done for us by our parents, by our teachers, friends, whomever; and to do this intentionally, to cultivate it, rather than just letting it happen accidentally. Ajahn Sumedho, “The Gift … Continue reading →

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Birth: at Home

Posted on January 14, 2014 by Christiana McQuain

Earlier this week a severe storm raged through this area.  The rolls of thunder shook the walls and windows of my house, as the winds caused the limbs of tall trees in our yard to scrape against the outer walls … Continue reading →

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Advent (Joy): Twinkle Lights

Posted on December 16, 2013 by admin

Twinkle lights are the perfect metaphor for joy. Joy is not a constant. It comes to us in moments – often ordinary moments. Sometimes we miss out on the bursts of joy because we’re too busy chasing down extraordinary moments. … Continue reading →

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Storehouse: Giving Thanks

Posted on November 28, 2013 by Christiana McQuain

Every year I write the “grace” that I then speak aloud at our Thanksgiving table.  I am inspired by many sources including, but not limited to Buddhist wisdom, Native American traditions, and Unitarian Universalist faith heritage. As I am composing … Continue reading →

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