The world is too much. It is all just too hard. The length of this pandemic and ecumenic struggle and election are all too long. It is all just too … Continue reading #52sparks: Simplicity
#52sparks: Fall
When the COVID-19 restrictions began in spring 2020, I worried that the United States would go into the same lockdown procedures as Italy, where individuals were only allowed outside for … Continue reading #52sparks: Fall
Silver Linings
Visiting the Oregon Zoo during COVID-19 meant different restrictions and requirements than any of my previous visits. Masks were required in some places, and expected everywhere. Stickers marked the one-way … Continue reading Silver Linings
#52sparks: Fruit
My friend Kate once asked me why I don’t cook. She asked is it because I don’t know how, I don’t have the time, or I don’t like it. After … Continue reading #52sparks: Fruit
Turtle Philosophy
There are two things I remember from my philosophy 101 course: It was structured into three parts around the main aspects of a question: If god is all good and … Continue reading Turtle Philosophy
#52sparks: A snapshot
The Oregon Zoo is one of my favorite places in Portland. I’ve been there a few times with friends and their kids, plus it was my first date with Boyfriend. … Continue reading #52sparks: A snapshot
Love Language
According to Gary Chapman, there are five love languages: Words of Affirmation Acts of Service Receiving Gifts Quality Time Physical Touch The names of the languages make them pretty easy … Continue reading Love Language
#52sparks: Guilty Pleasure
Who gets to define “guilty pleasure”? I have watched enough Law & Order shows to understand the concepts of guilt and innocence, and lived in the U.S. enough to know … Continue reading #52sparks: Guilty Pleasure
Starting Line Miracles
The great irony of this post is how long I stared at the white screen before I started writing. It really is hard to start something new. Even little things … Continue reading Starting Line Miracles
What Democracy Looks Like
I have had a chant stuck in my head for days, maybe even weeks: Tell me what democracy looks like. This is what democracy looks like. It is one I … Continue reading What Democracy Looks Like
Starting Line Miracles 