Hello, hello. Almost August—can you believe it? I know I am old because time is passing more quickly, and not just because it’s summer. When I published Solace in So Many Words I made a decision not to include work that was overtly religious. There were several reasons for that. But I know that God and religion and faith and prayer are all-important sources of solace for many people. So today’s posts reflect that. Laura Rodley’s poem "Meeting the Father" in the … [Read more...]
Kathleen Buckland
Kathleen Buckland is a photographer from Glenview, IL, who frequently posts wonderful photographs on Facebook. I asked if she'd send me some pictures so I could feature her work. From the photos she sent, I've picked a dozen or so that will keep summer in your mind's eye. Enjoy! Much gratitude to Kathy for sharing her work. … [Read more...]