As I step across the threshold into 2015, this liminal time of endings and beginnings, I meditate on the new year and what I might look toward during the next 12 months. Three years ago, I started using this Abbey of the Arts "Give Me a Word" exercise for a focus: In ancient times, wise men and … Continue reading My Word for 2015 & a Dream Tree
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A word for 2014
I began the practice of asking for a "word for the year" last year at the suggestion of Abbey of the Arts. This is the suggestion, based on the tradition of going to the Desert Mothers and Fathers for "wisdom and guidance": One tradition was to ask for a word – this word or phrase would … Continue reading A word for 2014
A Word for 2013
If you were to choose a word for this year - a word to ponder and play with for a whole year - what would it be? Instead of a New Year's Resolution this year, I chose to follow the suggestion from Abbey of the Arts. The writer of this web site suggested following the … Continue reading A Word for 2013
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