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TJ Galvan's avatar

Thank you. Exactly.

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Kellee Wynne's avatar

These were just the words I needed to hear. Thank you so much for reminding me about love. It's the only thing that helps ease the fear in these very challenging times.

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Leigh's avatar

Ah I resonate so much with this. The world feels especially heavy to me too right now. And I love your description of your encountering those souls that totally transformed how you experience the Divine. I too 'met' Richard Rohr and his books and talks later in life and these have transformed how I see everything and everyone...

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Julie Richards's avatar

O how I would love to gather with you for food and conversation for we are people of the table. My mum used to make soup every weekend in winter, and friends and neighbours knew that they would be fed and loved. You have reminded me that to love others is as simple as an invitation, a hot beverage and a sweetie to go with it.

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Kathryn Morse Morganelli's avatar

Ah yes! CAC , Richard Rohr. This week " Seeing through the eyes of Love". Thank you for reminding us of The prayer of St Francis and sowing love which produces love. What Wonder indeed!You pray for me and I'll pray for you, and together we will get through. Now go have a warm cup to hold!

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Amy's Thoughts's avatar

Your words are so beautiful and are exactly how I feel. Thank you for sharing! 💜

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Cate Whittle's avatar

If only this sense of community and care could be a spark of wonder ignited in all the disparate voices and hurting souls. Thank you for quoting the Prayer of St Francis - a perfect antidote to the fear and othering brewing around the world

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Joan M Brenner's avatar

I took a 5 mile trail hike yesterday at a reservoir I love. No headphones no distractions. Over 2hrs of fresh air and nature. It was wonderful, nourishing needed. I passed by 2 turtles crossing the trail, a snake, a tiny frog and 2 deer, I chuckled to myself thinking all that’s left is little birds tweeting around my head.

Thank you so much for your writings and inspiration it’s a welcome break from the endless barrage of toxic noise out there.

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Janet Burton's avatar

Well said! If we can show others the love and grace that’s been given to us, what a difference it would make❤️

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pk's avatar

Whoever lives in love lives in God and God in them. Amen🙏🏻

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Mary's avatar

Your words echo the message I'm listening for... it all comes down to love, to being love, to choosing love, no matter what the situation. Like you... I'm trying... practicing... and succeeding only some of the time, but what an anchor it is. Choose love. It's always there. Thanks so much for your beautiful writing!

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D. Michele Perry's avatar

Thank you so much. It really is a lifelong journey. 💛

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Lorene Edwards Forkner's avatar

Thank you for this reminder that love is out in the world and is far bigger and more powerful than hate and division. All days can be days of awe & wonder.

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D. Michele Perry's avatar

You’re welcome! Thank you for being here.

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Chelle's avatar

I so appreciate your insights and inspiration even during these challenging times. Please bring back your 100 Days of Wonder. Those 100 words helped me get through dark times, eased my anxiety and allowed me to focus on positivity when all around me seemed negative. I created 100 watercolor pictures along with meaningful quotes associated with all 100 words. I can't thank you enough for the support and comfort to extend to others like myself. Wishing you well and days of contentment going forward.

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D. Michele Perry's avatar

Chelle thank you for this. We are going to be doing a Wondertober with 31 words in October! Sending you so much love. 🫶🏻

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