Crayons and crumpled paper. It can be an opportunity to grumble or grow. For me, this is a do-over, a reset, a recalculation. So, here is not goodbye but a see-you-later. [ music by Kevin McLeod ]

Distractions can be good and even a blessing. I guess it depends on what distracts us. How are these detours re-routing your path today? [ music by Kevin McLeod ]

Stress is both good and bad, depending on how you look at it. It will either push you to creativity or frustrate your issues around control. What is your workaround for such situations? [ music by Kevin McLeod ]

What would it profit man to gain the world and lose his soul? Loss is not at all negative, and neither is gain all good. Perspective and possibilities abound in the gray around these particular life questions. (p.s. Enjoy my first-ever poem "Loss" published on audio!) [ music by Kevin McLeod ]

When man is not free what is he? When man is not alive how is he? The subject of freedom and liberty is a dirty topic. Where we draw the line is also where we may find a balance. Pondering this will require introspection and time. [ music by Kevin McLeod ]

We will always be in need and in a state of asking for help because we are creatures. Thank God we have a Creator who provides. When was the last time you sought His help? It's okay. He knows what we need and will answer with no delay. (And to hopefully remind you my song cover of Matt Maher's "Lord I Need You" is attached for you.)

What does it mean to hear a sound? Even if it is silence? I miss hearing church bells ring insteed of blaring sirens. But that is our reality now. [ music by Kevin McLeod ]

A brief introduction to the second season of my podcast. Poetry and more, who knows? Off-the-cuff as usual. [ music by Kevin McLeod ]

My last episode for a while until after Easter. Keep asking and keep wondering. Thank you for listening! Will be back soon with more dirty laundry. 💜💜💜

The grace to grieve loss is what we need now. We heal by opening up what has been touched by trauma. How have we cried or shed a tear lately?