Category Archives: Musings

“No one can escape from illusions unless he looks at them, for not looking is the way they are protected.  There is no need to shrink from illusions, for they cannot be dangerous.  We are ready to look more closely … Continue reading →

The day before my fortieth birthday my mom and I talked with my sister Gayle on the phone. It was not an eventful conversation, we talked about kids and family and she wished me a happy birthday. The next day … Continue reading →

It was a glorious, sunny afternoon, and I had walked to the library to look for something to read while I was on medical leave. I just had surgery, and I was feeling great, but I still had a few … Continue reading →

My mother died on the day I was born.  In 1953, as a divorced woman with children, she had to do many things to keep food on the table and a roof over our heads.  She was, by many accounts, … Continue reading →

This was a crazy experiment in life.  Did I do the right thing?  Would I ever be happy when my heart was breaking every day? Could I overcome my fears and insecurities? Could I live with the jealousy that was … Continue reading →

“If you love someone, set them free. If they come back they’re yours; if they don’t they never were.” Richard Bach This is a true tale. It is not heartwarming, earth shattering, exciting or inspiring. In fact, many people find … Continue reading →

It only takes One That One is you/me. The wonderful thing about the teachings of Jesus in A Course in Miracles is that he reminds me that my brother and I are One Being, One Son of God, who is healed … Continue reading →

“Your purpose in life is to find your purpose and give your whole heart and soul to it” ― Siddhārtha Gautama Do I Have a Purpose? Do you ever feel a sense that there is something more to your life? You … Continue reading →