5:43 a.m. - 21 degrees - 3/3/26 Again, I find myself inside. I think I shall remain here until the snow lifts. As much as I long to be outside, it is not necessary because God is with me no matter where I am, as he is for all of you. I say my prayers and talk with God. Someone told me that our hearts are evil. My heart is not evil. It is the home in which God dwells. How can it be evil? I try to make it as clean and pure as possible. I am a humble servant. I cannot be evil

Starting the day with a moment of calm and connection can set the tone for everything that follows. I have found that dedicating time each morning to spiritual practices helps me find a quiet center amid the noise of daily life. It is a gentle invitation to pause, breathe, and open my heart. This practice is not about rushing or checking off a list but about creating a sacred space where I can meet the divine in the stillness of the morning. When I think about how to begin my

6:20 - 2/25/26 - 36degrees the 6:20 train roars by, its sound vibrating through the forest. Due to the weather, I sit in my kitchen. Instead of looking at my beautiful fir tree, I am privileged to look out over a snow-covered lake with the forest rising up around it, and deer walking across it. The birds have begun their chorus. I say my prayers and thank God for all my blessings. I tell him how much I love him and thank him for always being there for me in both good times a

Each morning offers a fresh canvas, a quiet moment before the world stirs fully awake. I have found that beginning my day with spiritual nourishment sets a gentle tone that carries me through the hours ahead. It is a sacred pause, a time to connect deeply with my inner self and the divine presence that surrounds us all. This practice is not about rushing or checking off a list but about embracing stillness and openness. When I start my day with spiritual morning practices, I

There is something quietly powerful about the early hours of the day. When the world is still soft and the air feels fresh, it offers a unique chance to connect with something deeper inside us. I have found that transforming my mornings with spiritual morning practices has gently shifted my entire outlook on life. It’s not about rushing or checking off tasks but about creating a sacred space where I can meet myself and the divine with openness and calm. Starting the day with

There is a quiet power in pausing each day to look inward. When I first began keeping a journal, it was simply a place to jot down thoughts and events. But over time, it became so much more—a sacred space where I could gently explore my soul, untangle my emotions, and nurture my connection with the divine. This practice of spiritual journaling has brought me peace, clarity, and a deeper sense of purpose. If you are seeking a way to cultivate inner calm and grow spiritually, I

5:53 a.m. - 33degrees - 2/22/26 It is good to be back on my old rocking chair on my redwood porch in the middle of the forest. I say my prayers and thank God for all the answered prayers of mine and of my clients. It is a blessing in itself to watch him work in their lives as well. A client said to me she likes what I write about God rather than some of what she hears in her church. What I write is true, but make no mistake, God is an all-powerful, loving being. He can't be a

6:05 - 2/8/26 Due to the arctic weather, I have remained inside my house, but it is almost the same as being outside, thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows and a huge bay window overlooking a snow-covered lake set in a sleeping forest. The lake is home to many creatures, one of whom is the beaver and his family. He remains very diligent in his work and often can be seen taking a lunch break as he sits on a fallen log, eating the greens from the bottom of a portion of the lake no

Each morning, I find a quiet moment to pause and reflect. It’s a gentle practice that helps me center my thoughts and prepare my heart for the day ahead. This simple habit of daily reflection has become a source of calm and clarity, a way to connect more deeply with myself and with something greater. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or disconnected, I invite you to explore how daily reflections can gently boost your day and nurture your spirit. Embracing Daily Journaling Tips

5:15- 15 degrees-2/1/26 I sit on my redwood porch under the overhang, with a heater beneath my rocking chair and a blanket over my lap. I am content and warm. However, this is the first time I've actually been cold out here, especially when the wind blows strong through the pines, and my chimes start to rebel. Although I cannot see the snow moon through the clouds, it is still very bright. I can see all the tall skinny shadows of the forest just beyond my faithful Fir tree, w

Starting the day with intention can transform how we experience everything that follows. I have found that weaving gentle moments of reflection and connection into my morning routine brings a calmness that stays with me throughout the day. One of the most meaningful ways I nurture my spirit is by sharing a quiet time of prayer and meditation, a practice I lovingly call breakfast with God . This simple ritual invites me to slow down, listen, and open my heart before the rush o

4:57 -13 degrees - 1/29/26 I am sitting in my famous rocker under the overhang on my small redwood porch, with a heater under my chair and a blanket over my lap. I am out here in the frozen tundra, clothed in darkness, wrapped in God's love. Peace, such a small word, yet probably the most elusive and most powerful in our English vocabulary. Almost all my clients, when asked what their goal in therapy is, will reply, "to find peace." The peace they seek can be found only withi

There is a quiet power in pausing each day to look inward. When I take a moment to write in my journal, I feel as if I am opening a small window to my soul. This gentle act of reflection helps me find clarity, peace, and a deeper connection to something greater than myself. If you have ever wondered how to nurture your spirit and invite calm into your life, embracing a daily reflections journal can be a beautiful way to begin. Embracing Spiritual Journaling Benefits Spiritual

4:27 - 31degress - 1/23/26 I sit in my rocker underneath the overhang on my small redwood porch, with a heater under my chair and a blanket over my lap. Darkness surrounds me. I can see Venus shimmering through the fir tree standing proudly in front of me. I can see the shadows of the forest far beyond and the old oak tree with its straggly arms reaching far into the night sky. I drink my coffee and am content to know God is with me as always. I believe he enjoys this morni

Each day offers a quiet invitation - a chance to pause, breathe, and look inward. I have found that embracing this invitation through daily reflections has gently transformed my life. It is a simple practice, yet it holds a profound power to deepen our understanding of ourselves and the world around us. When I take a moment to write down my thoughts, feelings, and experiences, I feel a soft unfolding of clarity and peace. This is the heart of journaling reflections - a sacred

There is something deeply comforting about beginning the day with a moment of stillness and connection. When I wake up, I don’t just reach for my phone or rush into the day’s tasks. Instead, I pause. I invite a gentle calm to settle in my heart. This pause is my spiritual nourishment, a quiet time to meet the divine and set a peaceful tone for the hours ahead. It is a practice that has transformed my mornings and, in turn, my life. Spiritual morning practices are not about pe

Each day offers a quiet invitation to pause, breathe, and look inward. I have found that embracing this gentle pause through daily reflections has transformed my life in ways I never expected. It is a simple practice, yet its power is profound. When I take a moment to write down my thoughts, feelings, and experiences, I open a door to deeper understanding and peace. This is the heart of journaling reflections, a practice that nurtures the soul and strengthens our connection t

There is something deeply comforting about beginning the day with a moment of stillness and connection. When I wake up, I don’t just reach for my phone or rush into the chaos of the day. Instead, I pause. I invite a gentle calm to settle in my heart. This pause is my spiritual nourishment, a quiet time to meet the divine and center myself before the world pulls me in every direction. It’s a practice that has transformed my mornings and, in turn, my life. Embracing Spiritual M

Our Legacy 5:20 a.m. 1/19/26 29 degrees. I sit in my rocker on my small redwood porch underneath the overhang with a heater under my chair and a blanket over my lap. I am quite warm and content to sit in the quiet morning of this pristine wilderness. There is an incredible spirituality that comes with the silence of the snow. The breeze blows gently, and its chill touches my face. Once more, I sit in wonder at God's majesty. 5:40 I sip my coffee and know that he is here wi

There is something deeply soothing about the early hours of the day. The world feels quieter, softer, and more open to gentle whispers of the heart. For me, these moments have become sacred—a time to connect with God and nurture my spirit before the day unfolds. Creating a morning routine with God is not about rushing or checking off tasks. It is about inviting peace, presence, and purpose into the start of each day. In this post, I want to share how I have woven spiritual mo