image by chen, on Pixabay, modified Dear friends, Often, as I read submissions, I’m struck by the outpourings of love and praise to God....

pond with water lilies, image by Alex, on Pixabay Stilled     I’m unconcerned with lofty things; my soul is calm and stilled, needing...

doves, image by Huu Luu, on Pixabay, modified Without beginning or end     I am slow to ascend, pick my way past cacti   & pinyon pine,...