Historical setting: 589 C.E. Ana’s cottage in the Vosges Mts. Some things were kept covered and dry — the starter for the flame — the seed for the birds. The rainwater on the floor inside is whisked out the door. The rainwater in the cooking cauldron, the feed trough and the pail will saveContinue reading “Post #33.3, Tues., June 7, 2022”
Tag Archives: #Grace
Post #31.6, Thurs., April 14, 2022
Historical setting: 589 C.E. In the Vosges Mountains My thoughts seem always on Ana. Confessing the sinful distraction would give me another chance to say her name aloud. And by this time my tonsure is hidden in the curls of a layman and my thoughts of Ana are simply part of my gratitude. ThankContinue reading “Post #31.6, Thurs., April 14, 2022”
Post #24.13, Weds, Sept. 29, 2021
Historical setting: 584 C.E. Ligugè The eulogy offered to King Chilperic I by Gregory of Tours is grim. Gregory of Tours said of the King, “… in laying waste and burning districts he had no feeling of anguish .. but rather joy; like Nero before him, when he recited tragedies as the palaceContinue reading “Post #24.13, Weds, Sept. 29, 2021”
Post #24.11, Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021
Historical setting: 584 C.E. Ligugè So the rumor is that the tree fell due to my disrespect for the holiness of an image representing the Holy Spirit swath of Trinity. I guess I should repent before any more trees faint away in the forest. Dear God, please help me to be more respectfulContinue reading “Post #24.11, Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021”
Lazarus Ink 