Monthly Archives: January 2018

Initial J: Saint John the Evangelist

Posted on January 29, 2018 by jim

(Click the image for an extraordinary closeup) Georges Trubert (French, active Provence, France 1469 – 1508) Initial J: Saint John the Evangelist, about 1480 – 1490, Tempera colors, gold leaf, gold and silver paint, and ink on parchment Leaf: 11.4 … Continue reading →

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“Jesus wouldn’t help people in need?” What Jesus are you talking about?

Posted on January 27, 2018 by jim

I recently saw a comment online that said Jesus wouldn’t help people in need – that he would help people to help themselves. Just another example of the damage some so-called, self-described Christians do in the name of Jesus — … Continue reading →

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Being intentional and being still

Posted on January 13, 2018 by jim

We have a handmade pottery pitcher we use to water plants and add water to the fish tanks or the dog’s bowl. The unique triangle spout design allows for a steady yet controlled flow of water. But we have to … Continue reading →

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Fire and Rain and drops of pain

Posted on January 9, 2018 by jim

Have you heard James Taylor’s Fire and Rain? Of course you have. Everyone has. The first verse is about the suicide of his friend Suzanne Schnerr. The second verse is about him kicking his heroin addiction, and the third verse … Continue reading →

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