Recently, I called a friend to offer some comfort. In one month, she lost her primary job, a cherished romance, and the place where she was living — with plenty of betrayal and unfairness all around.

Watching autumn leaves turn color, then twirl down from the trees, we’re thinking about letting go. Letting go of someone who’s passed on, or a friendship that no longer works, or a job or home or community that’s now behind us. 

Here’s a quick reminder to join us this Saturday for our Annual Meeting, in person at The Willows or online. We have a rich program with a keynote talk titled “Five Smooth Stones” by Christie Hanzlik, CS.

August. Grilling sun. Ripening grain. So ripe that wheat fields literally smell like baking bread. It’s delicious for the senses — but let’s find a deeper take on the season.

On the Fourth of July, I called a friend. “What’s freedom?” I asked. She thought a moment, then told me a story…