The Enigma of Arrival by V.S. NaipaulThe Enigma of Arrival by De ChiricoThe Enigma of Arrival by V.S. NaipaulI love Naipaul's elegaic style in his nostalgic book, overwrought with sadness, melancholy and exquisite prose.Does one ever really arrive in … [Continue reading]
The peace of domesticity
Well, today was our housework morning. We really enjoyed sorting through and throwing out papers, getting rid of extra clothes and books, and putting everything in its right place. Hopefully, since we do this every week, and have for the last two … [Continue reading]
Desiderata, by Max Ehrmann, 1927
Desiderata Latin for Desired Things Max Ehrmann, 1927 Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all … [Continue reading]
In which there can be peace and sadness while you do God’s will
Several years ago, I read in Anne Lamott's "Travelling Mercies" a to-me-then unusual way of discerning God's will. She was considering aborting her son Sam. And went to a priest for counsel. (Though it is a tricky situation to see counsel. Hey, … [Continue reading]
Sanctification by the Word of God
Sanctify them by the Truth; Your word is truth John 17:17 Sanctification, deep positive personality change, has always been something I have longed for. To truly change the deep structure of who I am, shedding stuff I find troublesome, adding … [Continue reading]
Irene is a teenager at 11!
Irene, 11, is growing up. We had a perfectly lovely evening with friends. I was about to say that I had so enjoyed my conversations when Irene, who was already in the car, her Ipod (which has the Anne of Green Gables series) in her ears, announced … [Continue reading]
Revision
Revision is a bit like piano-tuning, trying to develop perfect pitch. Shake your page so that all unnecessary words fall off, so that what remains is tighter, preciser.Revision is easier when you view the piece of work at a distance, far from the … [Continue reading]
Revision
Revision is a bit like piano-tuning, trying to develop perfect pitch. Shake your page so that all unnecessary words fall off, so that what remains is tighter, preciser. Revision is easier when you view the piece of work at a distance, far from the … [Continue reading]
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