Journal of Sacred Work

Reflections, Holidays, Spirituality

Christmas, Light, Hope, Winter Solstice, Memories

  • Days 67-68 Divine Spark

    “To be human is to become visible while carrying what is hidden as a gift to others.” -David Whyte You are Divine; a divine spark and as your soul awakened Love breathed you into being. Sometimes internalized messages may overshadow… Continue reading

  • Days 62-66 “Ornery Preaching”

    “Good minds have purposes; others have wish.” Washington Irving Continue reading

  • Days 60-61 – A Shifting Culture

    Evolving Cultures of Patient Safety Continue reading

  • Days 55-59 – Where Memories Scroll

    “You will collect new memories today. On another day somewhere in the future, you will scroll those memories and read, there, your life.” -Erie Chapman Continue reading

  • Days 53-54 – Pure & Simple

    Last May, Woody and I befriended Brandi, a yellow lab, who we met at a local animal shelter. We were thrilled to take this gentle, sweet creature home with us. She is showered with affection and there is a natural… Continue reading

  • Days 48-52 – The Edge of the Sea

    "I go down to the edge of the sea./ How everything shines in the morning light!" -Mary Oliver    On vacation in Florida I follow Mary Oliver's encouragement. I take the chance to watch the sea every morning.    Standing… Continue reading

  • Days 46-47 -The One Less Traveled

    I shall be telling this with a sigh Somewhere ages and ages hence: Two roads diverged in a wood and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference.   –Robert Frost As we… Continue reading

  • Days 41-45 – When Outward Action Changes Inner Thoughts

    Kindness and grace are not mere “tools” of caregiving but lovely ways of expressing our being. How do you display your warmth? – Erie Chapman Continue reading

  • Days 39-40 – Many Small Actions

    “Set your expectations high; find men and women whose integrity and values you respect; get their agreement on a course of action; and give them your ultimate trust.”  John Fellows Akers                                                                                                            In response to the Institute of Health Improvement (IHI) Triple… Continue reading

  • Days 34-38 – “Everyday on the Edge.”

    “Only when you accept the gift of Love can you practice Radical Loving Care. In that practice, your life is no longer ‘on the edge.’ Fear retreats when Love arrives.” -Erie Chapman Continue reading