Author: calledtobealive

Recently a friend and her husbandgave me a handsome ukulele strap they madeto support me in my music ministry I’m so grateful for all who help hold me up-come rain […]

The words of the prophet, like a trumpet,called me to attention—signaling I turn from empty religious practices to down-to-earth love in action Prompting me and all peopleIn faith communities across […]

Here I am, LordStardust clayGiving You new shape to shine in today

Sharing music today with residents in memory careSinging melodies In a song that connectssurprising us with comfort, hope, and enthusiasm Celebrating together that open earall are given to hear what’s […]

How Is God calling me todayto courageously speak the truth,calling for justice and peace? How will I be? What will I do?To live the dream God has for us allTo […]

Like a campfire dispelling darknessI’m drawn to my faith community again todaywhere oneness burns brightly in story and song

With fraction of worldly goods I once possessed I’m basking in the light of true happiness finding more and more with less and less

From Freeland one sunny Wednesday morningbasking in the light & love of Maple Ridge eldersI went a different way and was not disappointed In surprise and wonder I wound my […]

The Christmas story reflects a powerful belief in the direction of human kind and the grace to complete the journey though difficult and uncertain Like the ferry to Whidbey Island, […]

While no less alive in short days and long nightsa Christmas tree lit all waking hoursIs such a lovely reminder of the fullness of life