Category Archives: Environment

How Can This Be?

Posted on April 3, 2016 by Spirit Moments

But Mary said to the angel, “How can this be?” ~ Luke 1:34 In the world of particle physics, there is no rhyme nor reason. Just randomness. A single proton and a single electron move about hither and thither with no … Continue reading →

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The Rainbow of Faith

Posted on February 17, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Simple rays of light Going through tiny water droplets A lovely rainbow. The believer, through Faith, is able to transform the ordinary into something extraordinary, the mundane into something magical and the petty into something pretty. With Faith, … Continue reading →

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Life’s Daily Miracles

Posted on February 13, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Biomimicry. I look at nature’s charm And she teaches me. “If life is a daily miracle, why am I so insistent in looking for a sign of God’s presence in my life? A baby … Continue reading →

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Mysterium Tremendum et Fascinans

Posted on January 31, 2016 by Spirit Moments

Jesus began speaking in the synagogue, saying: “Today this Scripture passage is fulfilled in your hearing.” And all spoke highly of him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from his mouth. They also asked, “Isn’t this the … Continue reading →

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Learning From a Rock

Posted on January 3, 2016 by Spirit Moments

This is Morro Rock in Morro Bay. It was formed some 26 million years ago. It is a volcanic plug that formed at the mouth of an active volcano, virtually choking the volcano into extinction. It was originally situated in … Continue reading →

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The Mess I Am In Is The Basis Of My Faith

Posted on December 18, 2015 by Spirit Moments

I believe in God. But I have learned that God will not bail me out of my mess. Instead, He uses my mess to make me and my life better. The universe is a chaotic place, ever changing with stars … Continue reading →

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Choice And Changes

Posted on December 16, 2015 by Spirit Moments

I can be self-absorbed in my pain and be miserable. Or, I can chose to still be a giving and generous person in my sufferings and see that pain is an essential ingredient of life. Some of y pain is … Continue reading →

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Awed By the Perseids

Posted on August 13, 2015 by Spirit Moments

Last night, we went up the hills of the Diablo Range in Morgan Hill to watch the Perseids meteor shower. It was totally dark but the place was full of cars and people. We laid out a blanket and laid … Continue reading →

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A Tree Falling In The Forest

Posted on June 28, 2015 by Spirit Moments

We were at the Muir Woods National Monument yesterday to enjoy and be awed by the giant sequoia redwoods. Left to itself, undisturbed by human presence, a redwood tree can live for thousands of years. But sometimes, a giant redwood may … Continue reading →

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It’s A Birthday Moment!

Posted on June 23, 2015 by Spirit Moments

Today is my birthday – a day that represents a whole year that was. And what a year it was: full of love, joys and blessings. For these, I am grateful and humbled. It is also a day that promises … Continue reading →

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