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December 2011

December 31, 2011

Everything is Coming Up Roses

I live in Pasadena, California. Most holidays in Pasadena are fairly typical. There are eggs...

December 30, 2011

Who Can Become a Leader?

When we think of the word “Leader,” most of us get a picture of someone...

December 29, 2011

Looking Ahead

If 2011 is any indication, we have only the slightest glimmer of insight into exactly...

December 28, 2011

Savoring the Present Moment

It is a challenge for me to be awake and alive to the possibilites of...

December 27, 2011

Rediscovering My Story

It is easy for me to get lost in my own story. It is easy...

December 24, 2011

Even More Ongoing Continuing Research for the 2012 Craft Brewery Pilgrimage

Preparations for the Expanded and Enhanced 2012 Craft Brewery Pilgrimage continue at a fever pace....

December 22, 2011

Happy Birthday

Yes, my birthday is three days before Christmas. Actually, less than two shopping days before...

December 21, 2011

Light in the Darkness

The Winter Solstice is the day each year with the shortest amount of daylight. Each...

December 20, 2011

Remembering & Anticipating

Our lives are filled with things which must be done: errands, tasks, to-dos, responsibilities. We...

December 17, 2011

12 Lessons That I Learned This Year

1. That person with a striking haircut, piercings, and tattoos really can help me learn...

December 15, 2011

Craft Brewing for Wine Lovers

I got together with my friend Jan recently at a craft brewery in Orange County....

December 14, 2011

Can a Leader Be Contemplative?

Discovering and growing into contemplation is one of the greatest joys of my life. Becoming...

December 13, 2011

Christmas Trees

Pasadena is known for its trees. Many parts of town are filled with tree-lined streets...

December 12, 2011

The Can Van Interview: Part Two

I wanted to learn more about my new friends who are developing the Can Van in San...

December 10, 2011

The Can Van Interview: Part One

I wanted to learn more about my new friends who are developing the Can Van...

December 08, 2011

I Want to Get to Know These People Better!

I met some people the other day who are out to change the world. I...

December 07, 2011

Who Can Become a Leader?

When we think of the word "Leader," most of us get a picture of someone...

December 06, 2011

Advent Lessons & Carols

Each year, our church has a special Advent Lessons and Carols service. We remind ourselves,...

December 03, 2011

Ongoing Continuing Research for the 2012 Craft Brewery Pilgrimage

Research continues in anticipation of the 2012 Craft Brewery Pilgrimage! Please let me know if you...

December 01, 2011

Leadership, Monasticism, and Revelry

I get quite a few different responses to the heading on my website: Leadership, Monasticism,...

November 2011

November 30, 2011

Is There Life Beyond Caffeine?

Have you ever been in a relationship that has become unhealthy? One in which you...

November 29, 2011

So, What is This Advent, Anyway?

It may be because we are afraid of the dark. As the days get shorter...

November 26, 2011

Book Review: Prayer in the Cave of the Heart

Cyprian Consiglio is a musician and composer, spiritual teacher, and Camaldolese Benedictine monk; he is...

November 25, 2011

Advent: Listening for the Word

Advent is the season in the liturgical year which precedes Christmas. It is a season...

November 23, 2011

Brewing an Authentic Thanksgiving

As Americans prepare to commemorate Thanksgiving Day tomorrow, it is important to reflect on all...

November 22, 2011

November

November is, in many ways, a very contemplative month. It begins in the wake of...

November 19, 2011

Continuing Research for the 2012 Craft Brewery Pilgrimage

My research in preparation for the 2012 Craft Brewery Pilgrimage continues. I am a committed...

November 17, 2011

Book Review: A Sunlit Absence

I have read quite a few books about contemplation and people who practice it as...

November 16, 2011

Running True

People who build walls want their walls to run true. Whether they are framed in...

November 15, 2011

Ideation & Implementation

I have met more and more people recently who believe in the power of ideas. ...