Category Archives: Photography
Daily Miracles
“As Jesus went ashore, he saw a great crowd; and he had compassion for them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd; and he began to teach them many things.” People flocked to Jesus because He taught them many … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Mystery, Photography, Presence, Relationships
Tagged Blessings, Doing good, Grace
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Epiphany
Today is the feast of the Epiphany – the manifestation of God in the flesh to the visiting Magi, who came bearing gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. Gold to crown a king. The magi saw in the baby the … Continue reading
Learning From a Rock
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
Posted in Environment, Nature, Photography
Tagged Beauty, Wisdom
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New Year’s Day
A little boy romping on the beach, And it is early New Year’s Day. The waves are pounding at his feet. With nary a care, totally lost in play. The waves roll on and the years pass by, The little boy … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Nature, Photography, Relationships
Tagged Gratitude, joy, Poetry
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The Improbability of Christmas
Improbable. Certain disaster. Reversal of expectations.These words keep running in my mind as I think about Christmas. A virgin, already betrothed but not yet wed, becomes pregnant. A righteous man, betrothed to a young maiden, finds out she is pregnant … Continue reading
Posted in Faith, Family, Mystery, Photography, The Good News
Tagged Beginnings, Blessings, joy, Serendipity
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Shedding Off the Last Leaf
Year 2015 started out as an ordinary one. But it ended up rather inauspiciously for me. It was chugging along just fine to a routine, ordinary ending when a minor calamity struck. i hd a bypass surgery. Looking back now, the procedure … Continue reading
Posted in Family, Friendship, Home, Photography, Relationships
Tagged Blessings, Grace
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Taste And See The Presence
“Taste and see the goodness of the Lord.” sounds like a sweet and tender way to express my relationship with God. “Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him on the last day.” … Continue reading
Confessing the Magnificat
One very Catholic practice is confessing one’s sins to a priest. It can also be a very intimidating and frightening experience. Imagine telling another man all your sins and asking for forgiveness. Many keep away from this sacrament because of … Continue reading
Posted in Character, Encounter, Photography
Tagged Blessings, Forgiveness
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Standing On The Edge Of Eternity
When it comes to human relationships; I have learned that if something is too good to be true, it is most probably not true. Scammers who promise unbelievable returns on your investments are promising you bubbles that will burst into … Continue reading
Posted in Encounter, Photography, Relationships
Tagged Beauty, Beginnings, Goodness, Truth
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Random Reasons
In every forest always, There are quiet glades Where men and beasts Can find rest and shade. Droughts may scorch and dry But they may also serve To ream the underground cisterns to contain more water when it comes. Water … Continue reading