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Faith 16 July 2015

Posted on July 16, 2015 by Sally Gerard

I have faith in the turning of the seasons, in the wind and in the rising and setting of the sun. I have faith in things seen and unseen, laughter and joy, angels and the Holy Spirit. I have faith … Continue reading →

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Change 15 July 2015

Posted on July 15, 2015 by Sally Gerard

Generally, I hate change. I go into change kicking and screaming. I know this is not the healthiest way to evolve, but it is my way. I do come around, after some time has passed, and then either love it … Continue reading →

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A Perfect Friend 14 July 2015

Posted on July 14, 2015 by Sally Gerard

My perfect friend knows me, know all of my faults and loves me still. Knows all of my annoying habits and loves me still. Knows my deepest secrets and judges not. Knows my odd little quirks and laughs at them. … Continue reading →

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Numbers 8 July 2015

Posted on July 8, 2015 by Sally Gerard

I don’t think numbers have special powers, but certain numbers do have meaning, like the date of your birth, anniversaries, the death of one you loved, or dates of great accomplishments. Many of these give us reason to celebrate or … Continue reading →

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Teeny Tiny 5 July 2015

Posted on July 6, 2015 by Sally Gerard

Teeny tiny things that make me happy: hot coffee brewing, hot fudge sundaes with extra hot fudge, hot horse breath on my neck. Teeny tiny things that annoy me: the car in front of me not speeding as fast as … Continue reading →

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Dawn 1 July 2015

Posted on July 1, 2015 by Sally Gerard

Just this morning I was struck again at the arrival of dawn in all its pink-orange glory. It comes slowly, humbly-not at all a huge trumpeting fanfare; tenderly it comes, and should you choose not to notice, you’ll miss it. … Continue reading →

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Country or City 29 June 2015

Posted on June 29, 2015 by Sally Gerard

Remember the story of the country mouse and the city mouse? I’m definitely the country mouse, but I do enjoy the city. I love the wide-open spaces, or a tree-lined mountain trail, a wind-swept shoreline with waves crashing-a place where … Continue reading →

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Perfect 25 June 2015

Posted on June 25, 2015 by Sally Gerard

One of my perfect days starts with a half a cup of coffee before sunrise and leading me into a six-mile run that feels more like three. Return to watch the completion of the sunrise with a full cup of … Continue reading →

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Missing 24 June 2015

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Sally Gerard

I miss snow falling when it’s summer. I miss Black Cows and Sugar Babies. I miss bunk beds and tiny babies warm in my arms. I miss innocence and not knowing any better. I miss being able to call Cathy … Continue reading →

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Forgive and Forget? 22 June 2015

Posted on June 22, 2015 by Sally Gerard

What is required to forgive someone? First, I guess, an openness to be vulnerable to the hurt caused; to expose the bruised and battered heart because forgiveness necessitates pain and then, with great hope, healing. It takes time to come to … Continue reading →

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