By Margo, on May 26th, 2009%
A few weeks ago, as I prepared for a women’s retreat, I was asked to do a reflection on Scripture. Because this is about writings from the Bible it is obviously a Christian based article.
I was raised as a “real Catholic kid”: pre-K through Teacher Training college I had nuns all the way! I received formal Religious Instruction classes right through college, but I never remember discussing the Bible let alone opening and reading it. “Bible” was a word that described a holy book, but it was a book that I never read.
I saw my first TV . . . → Read More: Spiritual Growth: Bible Scripture
By Margo, on May 22nd, 2009%
Hayden and Vivaldi performed in the same program? Music for two cellos? I wasn’t so sure about Hayden (I am not very familiar with his work), but Vivaldi will be forever connected in my mind with his “Four Seasons”. A full orchestration with sweeping movement, producing majestic images of nature’s incredible beauty in all its variations. So, my curiosity was aroused by the idea of Vivaldi writing a concerto for two cellos.
To the sound of applause the first violinist entered, bowed, and set about the business of “tuning up” the orchestra. Cacophony of sound; I always wonder how . . . → Read More: Vignettes: Two Cellos
By Margo, on May 22nd, 2009%
The sun was dappling through the trees in Central Park, and sparkled on the waters of the pond. Families were spread out on picnic blankets enjoying the warm spring day. Couples sauntered hand in hand, stopping now and then to kiss. A few bikinis dotted the grass here and there as bodies eagerly soaked up the pre-summer sun. And exercise-conscious people jogged and walked around the lake while others cycled or roller skated on the designated pathways.
Along the edge of the pond a small man-made beach had been created. Two little girls were playing happily in the white . . . → Read More: Vignettes: Gratitude in Central Park, NYC
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