February 2016 Message

February 2016 Message

The Heart of the Matter This month of February, we experience many calendar dates, with many meanings and metaphysical interpretations. First, we had Groundhog Day, which represents our emergence from our dark hole, into either the light or into our shadow, to be...

January 2016 Message

Welcoming the New with Joy Like millions, I watch the giant ball drop in Times Square, New York City, each year as it dramatically pronounces a new beginning with loud horns and cheers, kisses, and endless confetti. Newness brings with it a spirit of change, as we...

November 2015 Message

Fall is an amazing season. As the leaves slowly turn color and the temperature drops with the leaves, autumn brings us a perfect time for two critical activities in our spiritual lives-Reflection and Harvest. These two are intricately linked, actually-reflection can,...

March 2015 Message

Don’t let perfect be the enemy of good. Lower the bar. Actually spending ten minutes clearing off one shelf is better than fantasizing about spending a weekend cleaning out the basement. —Gretchen Rubin The month of March signals a fresh start. After the dark...

October 2015 Message

Heartwood October. Deep bue skies are a backdrop for gold, orange, and bronze chrysanthemums. The scent of foliage and damp earth fills the air.  We enjoy football games, apple cider, and pumpkin pie. October is sweet and aromatic, robed in rich colors, tender,...