Vacations are part of that dimension of life that I call walking in beauty. Research indicates that we typically go back to work after a vacation, and after three weeks it is as though we had never gone on vacation at all. But a true vacation should discover new ways to abide ever more joyously in the divinely beautiful dimension of life that is always there if we sincerely, wholeheartedly, and persistently seek it.
Beyond the urge to exhort, assured rejoicing unveils a partial glimpse of the mosaic of world history . . .
Like air fresh-cleansed by rain,
and shining grass
in bright and gently sun-
lit day . . . .
Last week I heard the American Boychoir perform “The Quiet Sea,” which I found very moving. May I suggest that you listen first to a recording (by a different group): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=66CFFQdNe3o Next, look at the lyrics: http://www.west-windsor-plainsboro.k12.nj.us/cms/One.aspx?portalId=10639990&pageId=18331264 Now you have this extraordinary song. It starts with a spiritual voyage on a quiet sea. Then come … Read more
Giving thanks: we recognize something good, realize that some one else is responsible for it, turn to the giver in a person-to-person way, and give voice to our gratitude. Here’s my song of thanks based on Psalm 92.
During recent weeks, I have been too involved with other projects to sustain my previous pattern of blogging roughly every week. I have accepted a new teaching opportunity, joined Toastmasters to learn about their program in public speaking, and began working to create a podcast. This combination of new activities has been challenging and growth-stimulating; … Read more
I blissfully believe in God. That is enough in the minds of some people for me to be classified as mentally unbalanced. I also delight to believe in angels and in healing, thus making me suspect in the minds of some believers. I even thrill to accept what the apostle Paul wrote in Romans 8 … Read more
When I’ve been at a conference and gorged myself on presentations, I like to refresh my mind by getting outside, perhaps noticing the local architecture, and visiting a gallery. While attending the Parliament of the World’s Religions, I was most grateful to discover immediately north of the enormous and excellent Salt Palace Convention Center a … Read more
Today I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Dan Schneider, a widely successful various arts and culture host. Here’s the link to the interview. What a cool way to meet someone! Dan is highly intelligent and efficient, well read in lots of areas of science and in the arts. He reviews films and writes … Read more