I’ve been attending a lot of recovery meetings on Zoom during this time of quarantine and I’m so grateful for these connections with people I know and some I’ve never met before. I’m aware of how important it is for me to meet with human beings in whatever way … Continue reading →
This past week has been a very difficult one for our country and for people of all races, beliefs, backgrounds and colors in wake of the murder of George Floyd. I do not have any words to add to the thousands that have been spoken already except to say … Continue reading →
Memorial Day was created to honor the many American men and women who died in military service. This year, however, I also want to recognize and honor the many people who are on the front lines of our battle with Covid-19. It’s a war of a different kind and … Continue reading →
Despite the quarantine for humans, creatures in the wild are moving on with their lives….blooming where planted and giving hope to all who stop to enjoy them. “Where flowers bloom, so does hope.” Lady Bird Johnson “Love is like a beautiful flower which I may not touch, but whose … Continue reading →
Note from Karen: Hi friends. Last week’s blog had a glitch in the delivery system to your email. The link didn’t come through but the blog did post on my website: karenoconnor.com (click on Blog.) If you wish to read it check there. You’ll find it just below this … Continue reading →
… Take time to… “The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life” (Job 33:4). All photos courtesy of free digitalphotos.net and Unsplash.com
Continue reading →As I write this blog it’s raining–pouring, blowing. Oh how we need this cleansing relief. I will stay tucked inside today and read, dust, cook, and watch a movie. Sounds good to me. I love ‘tuck-in’ days as I call them. It’s a chance to settle, to hunker down, … Continue reading →
I recently finished a class with a group of women committed to facing and dealing with some of the painful relationships we’ve had in the past and present. Each of us experienced a myriad of emotions during the three-month weekly sessions. Anger, grief, sadness, disappointment–you name it. But … Continue reading →
Did you know that loving and being loved can boost your immune system, reduce cardiovascular disease and depression, and lead to a longer life? What an amazing prescription! Instead of looking to medicines alone to alleviate the physical and emotional aches and pains of life, we can turn to … Continue reading →
One of my readers emailed me with a couple of her cute senior moments. Even though we’re in a serious and uncertain time, a smile or a giggle can go a long way. “The first one,” she said, “after Bible Study last month, I decided to take out your … Continue reading →