Author Archives: Sarah

The Whole Story

“the whole story”… there’s a sense of freedom in that, isn’t there? I’m glad you focused on this part Staci. The idea of Jesus wanting to hear the details, the parts that I think are important and pertinent, the moments … Continue reading

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Magazine Models

Do you subscribe to Fast Company magazine?  If so, whip out your February edition and turn to the back, page 102.  See that pic in the bottom left of the happy people enjoying meaningful conversation with new friends (i.e. schmoozing)? … Continue reading

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Hard Reality

There are times when reality barges into my safe world and I don’t always know how to respond. Balancing the tension of the imperfect can be uncomfortable and disorienting. How does the Gospel make a difference here? Do I step … Continue reading

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Surprise TV Appearance

Living in New York City provides opportunities for unexpected fun which you can’t get anywhere else.  Take yesterday, for instance.  A friend gave me tickets to see a taping of the Rachael Ray Show, and I sat in the front … Continue reading

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Empty

I shoved my gloved hands deeper into my jacket pockets.  It wasn’t a frigid winter day, but it was windy and damp, having rained on and off.  Staff meeting was over and I headed back to our apartment to finish … Continue reading

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WHO not WHAT: Resolutions 2012

It’s the beginning of January 2012, so I suppose I ought to write about resolutions, fresh starts and all that.  But I don’t feel like it.  I did that last year. Rather than exploring my yearnings for a svelte figure … Continue reading

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This Is Your Life

I liked this when I found it online.  Enjoy!

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Small Steps to the Homeless Shelter

The roasted vegetables smelled really good.  I’d been standing behind the serving counter for an hour picking up clean plates from my left, scooping out a generous spoonful of those veggies and passing the plate to the person on my … Continue reading

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