Surprising Joy
It’s a rare weekend of constant rain in the desert. I’m a pluviophile, a lover of rain; someone who finds joy and peace of mind during...
Paradox and What Matters
Since mid-December it has been a time supported by others’ words. Three weeks ago I was going to write about something other than...
The Question of Purpose
Why am I here? What do I want? What will make me happy? This question of our individual purpose is a Big Question, a question we first...
The Art of Choosing
When choosing becomes imminent—be it a seemingly large or small choice—quietly sitting for a while with all of the options allows the...
To Weave a Good Life
“You have to weave the good things you want into your life” is the motto of weavers Viridiana and her husband Jesús, passed down by...
Into the Cave
It’s that “into the cave” time of year. I’m wearing sweaters and scarves, the mesquite leaves are turning silver, the holidays are here...