Category: Meditations

Anyone who has had their day brightened by the gift from a child of a bouquet of slightly wilted weeds knows that best presents are not always the most extravagant ones.

What gifts without cost have you given or received lately?

When I admire the wonders of a sunset or the beauty of the moon, my soul expands in the worship of the creator.
—Mahatma Gandhi

What wonders cause your soul to expand?

Perhaps cranberries are the perfect food for moving into the holiday season. After all, they are delicious, but only with a whole lot of added sweetness. The holidays offer many occasions that can leave a bitter taste in your mouth, so it’s important to build in those things that feel sweetest to you as you go.

What gives you greatest joy in preparing for the winter holidays?

Somehow this tree seems to invite you to climb up and nestle in the crook of all its branches, up against the heart of its massive presence. You couldn’t make a home there, but you could certainly feel at home.

Who or what makes you feel welcomed and embraced?

Many of us see signs in everyday life—signals of blessings or warnings of potential danger. But those signs never come with lettering. They don’t actually say “stop” or “yield.” The message we take always comes from inside.

When have you received something that you took as a sign?