Category Archives: Spirit

Tonic

Posted on July 9, 2016 by mahines

I’m sitting outside at the teak table, finishing my coffee, taking a break between errand runs. It’s overcast and chilly for July. I could use a sweater. But the slight chill feels good in an odd way. I’m watching the … Continue reading →

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Bring The Dory Home

Posted on March 23, 2016 by mahines

I’ve always been a night owl.  When I was in high school, I would wait until my mother had gone to bed, then shut the louver doors to my bedroom and flip on the light.  I’d sit up and read with … Continue reading →

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Grandmother’s Blessing

Posted on December 25, 2015 by mahines

It did not feel much like Christmas this year. There was much sadness in my home and outside, no beautiful, sparkling blanket of snow. Christmas Eve day was overcast and foggy and warm enough to walk out in a tee … Continue reading →

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Love Never Fails

Posted on December 18, 2015 by mahines

I am a strong believer in signs.  I know that if you open your heart to it, Spirit will speak to you in all sorts of ways.  For me, a rose has always been a sign from a loved one … Continue reading →

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Christmas Magic

Posted on November 29, 2015 by mahines

We are doing minimal holiday decorating this year: a wreath on the front door, evergreen balls hanging on the front porch and gate arbor and a small, table top tree.  We may pop a few more tings here and there … Continue reading →

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Grandmother Visits

Posted on October 17, 2015 by mahines

I dreamt last night of Grandmother. Not the Grandmother I grew up with. But my Grandmother nonetheless. She was a joyous woman with a radiant, laughing face. She didn’t appear to be much older than me, at least not in … Continue reading →

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Allegory For My Life

Posted on August 3, 2015 by mahines

About a year ago, I was lucky enough to acquire a painting from a wonderful painter named Joe Hawthorn. Joe gave the painting away free to anyone from our creative group who wanted it for the cost of shipping. I … Continue reading →

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Finding Peace In The Storm

Posted on August 1, 2015 by mahines

I have been struggling with my life quite a bit lately; constantly asking myself “Why am I not doing what I want to do?”, “Why am I not in the place I want to be with my spirit and my … Continue reading →

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Open The Door And Let In The Light

Posted on July 30, 2015 by mahines

Open the door and let in the light. For the past few months, this phrase has been running through my head. In moments when the static of everyday life quiets, Open the door and let in the light. At night, … Continue reading →

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Matthew 7:1

Posted on December 1, 2014 by mahines

I grew up in a family where, whenever I would be upset or cry over something, I was told “Oh stop it.  There’s worse in the world than you.”  I’m sure it was meant to toughen me up, make me … Continue reading →

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