There’s a red poppy on my table. There’s a red poppy on every table, and in every gentleman’s lapel. It is Remembrance Sunday, but I have to ask the store clerk what exactly this nation is remembering. She graciously informs me that Britain remembers all war conflicts on the anniversary of the signing of the … Continue reading Poppies and Prayers
Writing
Home is What We Make It
A Sonos speaker and a charging dock. Two inconsequential household items, yet I was sucker-punched to see them as we settled into the Sundial House in Lyme. In my house in Shoreview, we have both and use them regularly; they have become part of the landscape of our home. To see items from my house … Continue reading Home is What We Make It
Divine Healing Then and Now
On Friday the 1st, we went to the Roman hot springs of Bath and took a tour. I was fascinated by the holistic approach to healing. The waters and exercise treatments refresh the body while temples and altars refreshed the spirit. There was a lovely exhibit on the story of Sulis Minerva, the goddess of … Continue reading Divine Healing Then and Now
Downward Slope
Hi everyone! I know the sudden flood of posts may be jarring, I’m just trying to keep my events straight and up to date. This one is more of a summary of the funk I’ve been in this past week. Tomorrow I will share what broke me out of that funk, but there are only … Continue reading Downward Slope
The Panorama of Time
Hi! This was originally two separate pieces but I have combined and synthesized them. Let me know what you think! The sensation of time is different from the keeping of time. Time can seem to contract or expand to our liking, but the sun will rise and set with reassuring consistency. I was reminded of … Continue reading The Panorama of Time
Belfast-Recovering on Eggshells
Hi. I posted the original draft of this piece when it occurred but I've revised it since then so here is an updated version. War-torn cities aren’t always in active conflict, and Belfast is a prime example. The city isn’t as overtly sketchy as Dublin, but the war is hidden just below the surface. My … Continue reading Belfast-Recovering on Eggshells
Rome-Touring, Training, Tasting!
Hello! It's been a hot second since I've written anything. First off, I am on free travel for the next ten days! My mother and I spent a day in Paris, two whirlwind days in Rome and then we spend a week in Florence before I meet up with my group in London. On our … Continue reading Rome-Touring, Training, Tasting!
Albert-Scars of War
On Monday the 7th we toured some important sites relating to the Battle of the Somme in World War One, and it felt like going through all five stages of grief in one day. It was absolutely heartbreaking and maddening and confusing, but it was also an incredible privilege to walk through history and understand … Continue reading Albert-Scars of War
Paris-Aesthetic Paradise, Overwhelming Knowledge 🇫🇷
Hi! I haven't blogged much about Paris because I've felt more overwhelmed than inspired here. Even so, there are a few iconic things I've seen that are worth noting. For one, the Eiffel Tower has been amazing and I've been there three times in the last four days. Seeing the lights dance across the Eiffel … Continue reading Paris-Aesthetic Paradise, Overwhelming Knowledge 🇫🇷
The Soundtrack of Nostalgia
Hi. Although Belfast was an externally challenging city, I was able to enjoy the hotel and explore memories through music We were in Belfast for the weekend and stayed in the Malone Lodge, by far the fanciest place we’ve stayed. This place has felt more like home than any other, which has been incredibly comforting … Continue reading The Soundtrack of Nostalgia
Elena’s Grace 