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Morning Prayer 8/100. Listening is loving

Listening is loving. My mom clearly distinguished listening from hearing. She reminded me (frequently) all it took to hear was my ears. What it takes to listen is my mind. How often I heard, “I know you hear me, but are you listening to me?” Listening is a conscious action. Listening to another person shows that […]

Posted on July 15, 2015 at 10:48 am by Tim · Permalink · Comments Closed
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Morning Prayer 7/100. A warning

A warning given — and received — during my early morning run. The day was dawning bright and warm. Many walkers were out and everyone was friendly. With all of them I shared a wave or a smile or a “Good morning!” Approaching a single walker from behind, I issued my customary warning. I lightly, […]

Posted on July 14, 2015 at 5:00 am by Tim · Permalink · Comments Closed
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Morning Prayer 6/100. On the road

On the road just shy of 10 hours last Thursday, Cindy and I drove Austin to Beaumont (4:45) and back (4:50). In between we were blessed by attending my step-father’s funeral: remembering, celebrating, consoling, and visiting. Reflecting on the trip, I realized that for me going someplace is motivational. In speeches and presentations, I’ve readily […]

Posted on July 13, 2015 at 7:03 am by Tim · Permalink · Comments Closed
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Morning Prayer 4/100. Yin yang

Our yin yang is always present. Very shortly Cindy and I will drive to Beaumont, TX, for the memorial service/funeral for my step-dad, Marvin. Two days ago I checked the St. Mark’s website to verify time of service and saw, listed in the UpComing Events, the funeral for Mary Ellen Wisrodt. Marvin came into Mom’s […]

Posted on July 9, 2015 at 5:02 am by Tim · Permalink · Comments Closed
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