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The Inward-Outward Journey: I’ve Got a Long Way to Go
By
Joan Ball
“I have never gone to sleep with a grievance against anyone. And, as far as I could, I have never let anyone go to sleep with a grievance against me.” -Abba Agathon, monk (4th/5th century) Could you imagine? Being so committed to relationships with others that you never held a grudge and you took steps…
Turning 43: Mid-life, No Crisis…
By
Joan Ball
I have a birthday that stops people in their tracks. An elder Generation Xer, I was born on June 6, 1966. Yup. 6.6.66. People at motor vehicle and police officers stopping me for speeding (I have always had a lead foot) would take my identification, read silently, look up with the same playful-yet-mildly-freaked-out expression and…
Getting Away from it All: How Do You Refresh and Renew?
By
Joan Ball
My friend went camping alone yesterday. She and a 50 lb backpack hit the trail for the night so she could find some peace. I’m about to jump in the shower, have a quick coffee with Martin, then spend the day curled up on a couch reading, writing and ruminating at Holy Cross Monastery-mostly in…
Monday Gratitude List…
By
Joan Ball
I have a roof over my head, food to eat and money to pay (most of) my bills. My husband and I are best friends. All three of my kids are healthy and happy AT THE SAME TIME! I’ve found some things I am passionate about and I get to do them every day. I…
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