* A poem by Mary Oliver The shared poem was full wrapped with meaning. Opening it was just the beginning needing rereading. It would be nice with margin notes ribboned with remarks. But the present wasn’t ready for proper receiving. “I’ll punch little holes in it; then you can haveContinue reading “The Gift*”
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Emmaus (next day repost)
“Do not labor for the food that perishes, but for that which endure.”[1] He broke bread on the night He was betrayed and abandoned – the start of a shameful death “His love was without measure… Ingratitude did not cause Him to falter.”[2] The Cenacle is radiant but without Communion, all is darkness. Yes, withContinue reading “Emmaus (next day repost)”
Emmaus
“Do not labor for the food that perishes, but for that which endure.”[1] He broke bread on the night He was betrayed and abandoned – the start of a shameful death “His love was without measure… Ingratitude did not cause Him to falter.”[2] The Cenacle is radiant but without Communion, all is darkness. Yes, withContinue reading “Emmaus”
Give Me Grace
Jesus give me the grace to remember, “all is gift, all is grace” I often expect you to intervene and give me what I want. Instead rightfully and correctly You provide me with what I need. I pray for peace and quiet to listen intently. I get a cacophony of distractions Continue reading “Give Me Grace”
The Gift
The give of gift is in giving. Outside of needs and wants, inclusive of gentle kindness. Present with a present. The presenter surrenders and yields and asks to graciously receive. The receiver’s reception is in receiving The gift enjoins community, affirms with acceptance. Submission freely submits. The submitter does not demand a quid pro quo,Continue reading “The Gift”
Manna
Despite my crankiness, I am nourished by manna, and today, I have happiness. “When they measured it… the one who gathered much did not have too much, who gathered little did not have too little.”[1] Grumbling and grumpiness are expected. Still, complaints are heard and prayers answered, but misuse will spoil the gift and ruinContinue reading “Manna”
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