Lord, make me an instrument of thy peace

love walking through our community in the morning: kids finishing chores, people walking to work, and dogs giving kisses.

New day, new dawn, new chances to talk with each other not about each other.

In late June the echidna activity increases: it's time for the "love trains". This unique phenomena sees multiple male echidnas following one female for miles. She chooses the male who handles the hike. A baby echidna is called a puggle, which is the cutest word in the world.

Many of you have mourned with us over the untimely passing of two community members. In our latest conversation, Chris and I talk about whether or not grief can be shared, and ways we grieve together in community: youtu.be/jt6akSCu3ag?si…

It's the winter solstice today in Australia. From here on out, more light!

The right place for a boy

New day, new dawn, as we pray for peace in our hearts and homes, communities and countries, and our entire and precious world.

Six months to Christmas Eve: may peace prevail on earth.

Chris & I are delighted to announce that we've accepted roles as support staff at The Mount Academy, in NY, for the upcoming academic year. It's our privilege to join their dynamic team, & give back to a school that has given so much to our sons. Join us on our next adventure!

Wednesday blessings!

You don't think your way into a new kind of living. You live your way into a new kind of thinking. Henry Nouwen

Absolutely unmixed attention is prayer. Simone Weil