Quote – Growth
“Growth itself contains the germ of happiness.” – Pearl Buck
May 20, 2016 · 1 min read
If I Only Had a Heart
Dorothy continues down the road toward the Emerald City, but now she’s not alone. She’s been joined by the Scarecrow, who is looking for a brain to…
May 24, 2016 · 4 min read
If I Only Had the Courage
Before Dorothy, the Scarecrow, and the Tin Man can reach the Emerald City, they must pass through a dark, dense forest. Thick overgrowth shuts out…
June 1, 2016 · 3 min read
Quote – Brokenness
“There is a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.” – from the song “Anthem,” by Leonard Cohen.
June 6, 2016 · 1 min read
I Can See It From Here. Why Not Take a Break?
Finally, Dorothy and her traveling companions come out of the dark forest. The sun is shining, the air is clear, and the field before them is filled…
June 9, 2016 · 3 min read
What Do You Mean There’s One More Thing?
After their brief respite in the poppy field, Dorothy and her friends finally arrive at the gleaming Emerald City. It is a happy, carefree place…
June 13, 2016 · 3 min read
Quote – Fear
“Fear only goes where it’s invited to stay.” – From the song “Sisters Brothers” by Drew Holcomb.
June 28, 2016 · 1 min read
Facing the Witch
Dorothy and her companions reluctantly leave the safety of the Emerald City to do the unthinkable…face the Wicked Witch of the West. They try to be…
June 29, 2016 · 4 min read
Quote – Choice
“Since it costs a lot to win, and even more to lose, you and me bound to spend some time wondering what to choose.” – From the song “The Deal” by…
July 5, 2016 · 1 min read
The Realization
Having vanquished the Wicked Witch, Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion return to the Wizard to receive what they have longed…
July 13, 2016 · 4 min read
Quote – Failure
“The only real failure is the failure to try.” – from the movie “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.”
July 18, 2016 · 1 min read
The Return
With the words “There’s no place like home” still ringing in her ears, Dorothy slowly opens her eyes to discover she is home. It’s still the same old…
August 5, 2016 · 2 min read
Quote – Understanding
“Everything that irritates us about others can lead us to an understanding of ourselves.” – Carl Jung.
August 8, 2016 · 1 min read
The Credits
The credits are one of the most neglected parts of a movie. Unless you’re a true movie buff, when the credits roll you probably feel the movie is…
August 10, 2016 · 2 min read
Quote – Risk
“Take risks: if you win, you will be happy; if you lose, you will be wise.” Anonymous
August 15, 2016 · 1 min read
The Conclusion
Dorothy began as a wide-eyed, little girl; innocent and dressed in gingham. She loved her family, she loved her dog, and she dreamed of a wonderful…
August 24, 2016 · 4 min read
Quote – Forgiveness
“Forgiveness does not override memory. Forgiveness overrules memory.” Bret Legg
August 31, 2016 · 1 min read
A Seemingly Absent and Questionable God.
For some, their sexual abuse becomes their reason for rejecting the idea of a loving and powerful God. But for those victims who continue to believe…
September 11, 2016 · 3 min read
Quote -Injury
“Sexual abuse is a violent injury that mangles a life, but left unaddressed it grows into a chronic fatigue that mutes a life.” – Bret Legg
October 13, 2016 · 1 min read
Well-Meaning Christians with Simplistic Theology
A Christian friend is no different than any other friend. It breaks their heart to see you suffering, and they want to do or say something to help…
October 20, 2016 · 3 min read
Quote – The Past
“…a life in the past cannot be shared with the present. Each person who gets stuck in time gets stuck alone.” From the book “Einstein’s Dream, by…
October 27, 2016 · 1 min read
A Love-Hate Relationship With Forgiveness
Most people, whether they are religious or not, would agree that holding a grudge and hanging on to bitterness is not helpful. In an article entitled…
October 28, 2016 · 5 min read
Quote – Silence
“Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented.” Elie Weisel from his Nobel prize…
November 8, 2016 · 1 min read