On All Saint’s Day and at the Celtic Samhuinn, we recall the lives of dear ones now passed from sight. As the Autumn leaves turn color and fall… we bask in the memory of those now gone. Lighting a candle in the dark of the year; and in our minds visit with them once again. How blessed we are to have them with us still… if only in our hearts.
A Quilt Corner Tale… behind the making of a fractured landscape quilt depicting Rannoch Moor. And all the little – but significant – details which makes this quilt so exceptional. A tribute to Scotland and the symbols which define her. And to the memory of Roy Williamson who composed the National Anthem – Flower of Scotland.
An inspirational poem on the promise of Hope. When life gets challenging and things seem to go wrong, where do we turn? This poem reminds us that better times are ahead even in the darkest of days. And… that God holds our hand and walks by our side all the way through. An encouraging and reassuring message.
A reflection on Oswald Chamber’s message that God does not give us overcoming life -but rather gives us life as we overcome. The strain and problems provide the strength needed to see our way through to calmer and better days. God walks beside and hold us up all the way long. And so, we come to know peace once more.
Lughnasadh and a season of harvest. Earth’s bounty providing us with sustenance through the barren winter months. We were not meant to dominate nature, but rather to be stewards taking care. And so, give thanks for Nature’s abundance. Working in harmony to ensure this continues for the generations to come.
A Quilt Corner Tale… telling the story behind the making of Callanish. The magnificent Standing Stones found on the Isle of Lewis. Follow along step-by step as the artist takes you through with photographs and delightful commentary,
They say patience is a virtue. For most it is also elusive. We feel a need to get it done – yesterday. Tying ourselves in knots as a result. When we understand patience as “active waiting” it becomes more doable. St. Francis De Sales advised, “Have patience with all things, but first of all with yourself.” So we take to heart his wisdom.
The Oran Mor, or Great Song, is the Celtic primordial myth of Creation. And it can be heard within us – if we only listen. Thoreau spoke of those who walk to the beat of a different drummer. They hear this music – the Oran Mor -from within. Listen to your heart, your intuition. You will feel whole and at peace. Being in step with yourself is more important than marching to the call of this troubled world.
A Quilt Corner Tale… the story behind the making of a quilt which depicts mother and daughter blended together as one. The artist designed and stitched this quilt as her own mother was dying from cancer. A moving and heartwarming reflection on the connection between grandmother, mother… and daughter. And the love which lives on.
Our lives tend to resemble a Celtic knot at times. So many weavings -in and out, over and under. It can be complicated. However, it can also be beautiful. We are part of a larger picture of God’s eternal love.
A Quilt Corner Tale… this quilt is a tribute to Catherine Marshall’s beloved book “Christy.” It depicts a scene from the television show filmed in the Great Smoky Mountains. A fractured landscape, made up of 27 different sections. This gives the scene depth and movement. Read how the artist came to make this lovely piece, and follow along as 27 different fractures become one whole, beautiful quilt.
An Easter reflection on the importance of friends in our lives. Jesus has the disciple with him in he darkness of Gethsemane. We have friends who care when our own path becomes troubled, who walk it with us. God gave us each other, that our lives might be enhanced and enriched. Friends – the flowers in the garden of life. And… a gift from God above.
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“How-to”
Sharing random thoughts and musings on spirituality, faith and friendship…
the questions of life, the challenges… and yes, even the frustrations…
sprinkled with a dash of hope
and encouragement.
Words and quilts express it best
filling my journal with colour.
So… how do you ‘muse your life?