March 5th, 2024 Spring has long been tugging at our hearts~ igniting dreams of balmy days in sunshine and fresh breezes that come sweeping us clear of stuck energy. Under layers of tired and decomposing habits, new impulses have been quietly growing and the discomfort has inspired intentions for change. For weeks, there have been […]
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February 10th, 2024 Just recently my family slid into home base after two months of winter festivities that started at the beginning of December and ended at the end of January. For our family going from Advent (anticipation of the coming of Light into the darkness) through the journey of The Magi (seekers of
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February 3rd, 2024 Early February marks the cross-quarter, the midway point between Winter Solstice and Spring Equinox. Over the centuries, folks have developed unique but related customs to honor the beginning of February. In studying the cross-quarter, I have arrived at a personal relationship to this time of year and the gestures that it bestows. Below, I have outlined
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January 27th, 2024 Parents and caregivers of infants and toddlers who are guided by the insights of Rudolf Steiner have a wealth of practices in common, regardless of the setting. This is true whether it is called Waldorf, Steiner, LifeWays or by some other name altogether. It’s also helpful to recognize that Rudolf Steiner
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January 13th, 2024 “When we are in the position of caring for others, we need a plan for self-care. We cannot give what we do not have. As adults, we will not have what we have not given to ourselves. We are responsible for prioritizing self-care, rather than leaving it until the end of the
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January 6th, 2024 Discipline Through the Lens of Discipleship Written by LifeWays’ Board President, Shanah Ahmadi Many of us understand the concept of “disciple” to indicate a learner who follows an experienced teacher–or a master. The presence of discipleship is apparent in the spelling of discipline, and I think we can all see how,
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December 16th, 2023 “I have found it is the small things, everyday deeds of ordinary folk, that keeps the darkness at bay.” Gandalf the Grey, in The Hobbit This week’s blog features a reflection written by Pamela Perkins as she contemplates this time of year. We invite you to tuck in with a cup
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A Reflection on Singing in Community by Jerilyn Burke December 2nd, 2023 Where I live, I get to experience all four seasons. This was not always the case for me. I spent much of my youth in the south, where in February you could get by with a cardigan. But now, in February, I
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November 26, 2023 When we moved to the park and museums area of our city, the nature of our walks changed. We now have the opportunity to explore green spaces and art spaces within walking distance. I have discovered how much frequent doses of both nature and art feed my soul. Another new perspective came
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November 19, 2023 “I have found it is the small things, everyday deeds of ordinary folk, that keeps the darkness at bay.“ ~ Gandalf the Grey, in The Hobbit With blessings to you all this Thanksgiving week, we share a warm message from our friend Pamela Perkins: Where I live, the golden light of Autumn
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