Today I returned from the conference on our energy transition, and this evening I added the book below to the Recommending Reading list on this blog. There is much that I wish to write about, but it will have to wait until I’m settled in and caught up. The Evolutionary Epic: Science’s Story and Humanity’s [...]
In a couple of days I’m leaving for a science and religion conference about our energy future. From the conference description: “Energy and climate change are typically discussed in terms of their associated science, technology, economics and politics. However, relatively little attention has been given to fundamental religious and ethical questions surrounding the upcoming transition [...]
This morning, before the granddaughters awaken, I am updating this blog a bit. On the “Gatherings and Services” page here, I added the meeting with author Marian Van Eyk McCain who, visiting this country from England in September, has graciously agreed to meet with people in this area. She wrote the book Elderwoman: Reap the [...]
A blog I read this morning sparked the idea (thank you, Meadowsweet & Myrrh) to ask the many readers and visitors of this blog to come out of hiding. I invite you to leave a comment, say hello — even if you’re just a lurker, even if you’ve never left a comment here before, why [...]
Earth, air, fire and water today. Watching the little fishies, the granddaughters, splashing, swimming, playing, immersing themselves in coolness and fun. Soaking it in – the sky with wind-blown clouds, the sandy shore, the strong summer sun, and precious water. We are made of cycling earth, air, fire, water, constantly renewed. No wonder beach play [...]
The granddaughters have arrived. The “baby” (age 2) went to bed, but her big sister (age 5) was too excited to sleep. She and I put together some puzzles (remember those Laurie puzzles? made of bright-colored crepe rubber?), then she had a snack. During her snack she told me that she had a Buddha at [...]
With friends we went to the fireworks at our local fairgrounds. This is a photo taken by Sharon Lips. On a stars and stripes theme, here is a 4th of July card my husband sent me:
Very soon my granddaughters will arrive with their mother for a visit. Most people will be celebrating Independence Day this weekend, while I will be preparing for a house full of Interdependence. Grandparenting is indeed grand. To be able to share family traditions, form unique bonds, and experience the daily growth and boundless energy of [...]
