Tag Archives: Religion and Spirituality

Following Bobbie – On What Our “General” Taught Us

Posted on November 24, 2013 by joanneeddy

“God loves with great love the man (the woman) whose heart is bursting with a passion for the impossible.”  William Booth In an era where even today 35% prefer male bosses over 23% who prefer women, I found the best … Continue reading →

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Going to Ground – On Meditation and Finding a Center

Posted on September 8, 2013 by joanneeddy

‘When through fiery trials thy pathway shall lie, my grace, all sufficient, shall be thy supply; the flames shall not hurt thee; I only design, thy dross to consume and thy gold to refine. From the hymn, “How Firm a Foundation” One … Continue reading →

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Leaving Our Comfort Behind – On Sojourning in Strange Lands

Posted on August 18, 2013 by joanneeddy

“I have been a Sojourner in a Strange Land.” Moses  Exodus 2:22 Most people like the comfort of the familiar:   Our morning cup of coffee on the back porch, slipping into our cozy, run down at the heels slippers … Continue reading →

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Riding the Seesaw – On Finding Balance

Posted on December 30, 2012 by joanneeddy

“Happiness is not a matter of intensity but of balance, order, rhythm and harmony.”  Thomas Merton We are closing on the end of the year, which always makes me thoughtful. I tend to not only assess the last year for … Continue reading →

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