Autumn Leaves and New Beginnings: A Reflection on Life's Transitions
As the leaves paint the world in hues of amber and crimson, signaling the arrival of autumn, I find myself reflecting on the beauty of life's cycles and the joys that come with the changing seasons. This time of year, with its crisp air and cozy evenings, is a perfect opportunity to pause and appreciate the blessings in our lives, especially the ones that come in the form of family and cherished memories.
A Prayer Blanket: A Gift of Comfort and Hope
Last month, my dear prayer partner, Heidi, surprised me with the most thoughtful gift for my birthday – a prayer blanket. This beautiful, blanket was meant to be a tangible symbol of our prayers for our future baby and represent hope after the ones we have sadly lost to miscarriage.
Attending a Friend's Orthodox Christian Baptism
As a person who has spent the past two years learning about the Orthodox Christian faith , attending my friend's Orthodox Christian baptism was a beautiful experience that opened my eyes to the richness and beauty of these beliefs and traditions that my husband and I have been learning about.