Readers, I didn’t have it on my 2025 bingo card, but recently I spent my last day in the office as a federal employee. It was an unexpected transition that came about in an unexpected way after mor…| Chasing Mailboxes
On Tuesday August 19th, 2025, a public hearing was held on the renewal of the NPDES permit to Alcoa’s Badin Business Park. Among the 21 speakers, 14 spoke critically of […]| NCEJN
On Tuesday August 19th, 2025, a public hearing was held on the renewal of the NPDES permit to Alcoa’s Badin Business Park. Among the 21 speakers, 14 spoke critically of […]| NCEJN
Hurricanes, Fires, and Floods and More — Anytime, All the Time, and Everywhere I Choose To Watch, To Listen in Fear, with Tears, with Rage — OR… A reflection by Christina Brennan Lee for August 31, 2025. … Or I can take a breath, a long, slow, deep breath, or turn off the 24/7 loud […]| Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM)
“Developer” and “lawyer” are NOT bad words and it saddens me to hear those words used that way. A reflection by Danny Nelson Schweers for August 24, 2025. I think of Chris White, who was both lawyer and developer. As a lawyer, he worked for Community Legal Aid Society, which offers free legal assistance to […]| Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM)
Endure trials for the sake of discipline. God is treating you as children, for what child is there whom a parent does not discipline? (Heb. 12:7) Everything happens for a reason, so they say. So if…| Mitchell Lewis
Today, I drove to a field and a grave. And met faces old and new, familiar and unworn. The AYF Olympics, where Njdeh’s Syunik slopes into Americana. Youngsters sprinting in tricolor, wafting sweat and smiles. “No one picks up their medals,” said the elder Olympian, camera locked and hooked on his shoulder. Mark, God of … Author information Lilly Torosyan Editor Lilly Torosyan is editor of the Armenian Weekly and a member of the Armenian Nutmegger community. (That’s Connecticut n...| The Armenian Weekly
Saturdays at the AYF Olympics are special. There are only two planned events: the Softball Tournament/Picnic and the Saturday Night Dance. This year, there was also a morning bus tour to explore Armenian heritage in Boston, which over 20 people attended before heading to the softball games. The Softball Tournament and Picnic has become a … Author information Mark Gavoor Mark Gavoor is Associate Professor of Operations Management in the School of Business and Nonprofit Management at North Pa...| The Armenian Weekly
Kudos to the Foundation for Armenian Youth, which sponsored a complimentary guided bus tour Saturday morning for Olympic guests exploring Boston’s key Armenian institutions. Nora Kzirian and newly crowned Varadian Spirit Award recipient Heather Krafian ably led this tour though Watertown’s “Armenian Island.” Stops included St. James Church, St. Stephen’s Church, the Armenian Cultural and … Author information Judy Gavoor | The post Explore Armenian Heritage in Boston appeared first...| The Armenian Weekly
We got up early this morning and took a car service to catch our 9 a.m. flight to Boston. As much as we try to not start the Olympic weekend tired, we ended up finishing our packing late into the evening—and then, I stayed up even later to write my Wednesday at the AYF Olympics … Author information Mark Gavoor Mark Gavoor is Associate Professor of Operations Management in the School of Business and Nonprofit Management at North Park University in Chicago. He is an avid blogger and oud p...| The Armenian Weekly
Again the scent Of wet fur and burnt grass Returns to this humble abode The wolfman is crashed on my couch, curled ball that twitches and growls In slumber, a comfortable comforting Old friend, though strange even to I Who rests by the window Empty wine glass in hand, Taking in the music of the night An hour will pass And he’ll leap to his feet Alive! We’re Alive! We’re not old news Time to hit the town And spread some fear! Time to crash the club To Monster Mash Or at least Hit up McDo...| The Bookends Review
Miroslav Imbrišević pursues Nicola Sturgeon's suggestion that some criminals forfeit their rights. The post Forfeiture of Rights first appeared on The Philosophers' Magazine.| The Philosophers' Magazine
Daniel Kodsi explains a problem with one response to "Are transwomen women?".| The Philosophers' Magazine -
By Eric Clayton I wear a gold cross on a chain around my neck. I have for as long as I can remember. Recently, a friend asked me why. “My grandparents bought it for me when I was really little,” I replied. “And my grandmother had a really big impact on my faith.” My friend nodded. “So it’s […] Click through to read the full article The Point of the Cross Around My Neck, which appeared first on Ignatian Spirituality. IgnatianSpirituality.com ® is a service of Loyola Press, a Jes...| Ignatian Spirituality
By Gretchen Crowder I asked my boys to go get dressed for their dentist appointments. “Put on something that doesn’t look like you’ve been sleeping in it all week!” I shouted from the living room. One of my twins returned quickly and stated confidently, “I’m ready to go, Mom!” I looked up from my phone to observe his […] Click through to read the full article Cleaning Out the Interior Closet, which appeared first on Ignatian Spirituality. IgnatianSpirituality.com ® is a servi...| Ignatian Spirituality
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It’s over 8 in the night and there are still 15 minutes left for the Sun to set. As I sit and type from this temporary work desk, I hear a hum of the refrigerator. My hotel room is nicely insulated so it’s quiet and feels like time may stand still. I have had my … More Conversations over chai #9| happiness and food
A recent article in Nature reported on the results of the first (so far as I know) research into how search algorithms might encourage/promote partisanship. Turns out readers, not algorithms, are the issue. Readers, Not Algorithms, Are the Issue The post Readers, Not Algorithms, Are the Issue first appeared on The Boiling Frog.| The Boiling Frog
There was an interesting op ed in the journal Science recently, talking about how, even in something as objective as the pursuit of scientific insights, you need a high-functioning community. The common image that truth is found when a single individual (usually a guy) in a white coat shouts “Eureka!” is flat out wrong. It […] The post The Community Is Critical first appeared on The Boiling Frog.| The Boiling Frog
I’m embarrassed to admit that, like I suspect many White Americans, when I think about “Martin Luther King” and “speeches” I only come up with one: “I Have a Dream”. Granted, it is great, because it’s beautiful, intense, emotional and thought-provoking. But it’s not the only thing he ever delivered deserving of recognition. Jamelle Bouie, […] The post Honoring MLK first appeared on The Boiling Frog.| The Boiling Frog
I have been thinking (as we all have) of our world situation right now and wanted to share with you a prayer written by Marion Wright Edleman. She adapted it from something written by Ina Hughes. A reflection by Mary Lou Edgar for August 17, 2025. Marion Wright Edleman is the founder of The Children’s […]| Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM)
At turbulent times like ours, it is useful, almost therapeutic, to contemplate a message about the power of faith that contains practical examples from the past. A reflection by Bob Young for Sunday, August 10, 2025. Early in Paul’s Letter to the Hebrews, believers are reminded that “faith is the substance of things hoped for, […]| Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM)
Luke 12:13-48 is a single thought unit with several parts. Jesus begins by warning his followers against greed. He follows with a story about a rich fool, which borrows heavily from the wisdom tradition. The center of the unit contains sayings about trusting God’s provision, seeking God’s kingdom, and giving to the poor. The unit … Continue reading The Slave Masters of Luke 12| Mitchell Lewis
And I will say to my soul, Soul, you have ample goods laid up for many years; relax, eat, drink, be merry.’ (Luke 12:19 ) The rich fool in Luke 12:19 does not get Ecclesiastes quite right. Four times, the sage of Ecclesiastes tells us to eat and drink and be merry. Well, almost. The … Continue reading Eat, Drink, and Find the Good| Mitchell Lewis
Psa. 15:1-5 (NKJV) LORD, who may abide in Your tabernacle? Who may dwell in Your holy hill? … He who does not put out his money at usury. Psa. 15:1-5 (CSB) LORD, who can dwell in your tent? Who can live on your holy mountain? The one who … who does not lend his silver … Continue reading Investing in Modern Usury| Mitchell Lewis
Luke 12:15 And Jesus said to them, “Take care! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of possessions.” Greed is not good. I know some will arg…| Mitchell Lewis
Sunflowers are blooming, stores are trumpeting back-to-school sales, and professors are scrambling to chart out the courses they planned to develop in July. If you’re applying for an academic job this fall, now is the time to get your application … Continue reading →| Quantum Frontiers
A common saying goes, you should never meet your heroes, because they’ll disappoint you. But you shouldn’t trust every common saying; some heroes impress you more, the better you know them. Ray Laf…| Quantum Frontiers
Daniel Kodsi outlines two positive roles for academics to play in public debates. The post The Pollution of the Intellectual Commons first appeared on The Philosophers' Magazine.| The Philosophers' Magazine
ASC Newsletter #214. The industry standard for Pro Audio & Studio, and HiFi. Manufacturer of the TubeTrap, StudioTrap, AttackWall and QSF.| Acoustic Sciences Corporation
Introducing the Monthly Review This post marks the beginning of a new tradition in Rebecca’s Reading Room—a monthly reflection on the books, poems, and ideas we’ve explored together. It’s a moment to look back on the stories that shaped the past few weeks and offer a glimpse of what’s to come. I hope it becomesContinue reading "In the Company of Books: July Reflections and August Glimpses"| Rebecca's Reading Room
Rule of Thirds and Horizon Lines I know there is a lot more to the title but I am making the decision to look at just those above. John from Journeys with Johnbo is the host […]| LEANNE COLE
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I’ve got a few garments to share over the next few days/week, but I wanted to start this off with a shorter post about a top I made with leftover fabric, but also a health/Long Covid update (scroll down to the photos if you don’t care!).| blog.fehrtrade.com
An aspect of Python Software Development that is often overlooked, is Architecture (or Design) at the namespace, modules & functions level. My thoughts on Software Development in general is that it is important to try hard writing code that is Simple, and Easy to move from one place to another.| Agile & Coding
When developing software, I spend most of the time thinking & talking about the problems to solve: the what, the why and the how. The thinking-part works best for me when I'm actually away from the desktop, such as walking outdoors or even when grabbing a cup of coffee & a banana by the office kitchen. 🍌| Agile & Coding
After 86% of sustainability professionals in our channels reported feeling eco-anxiety, we gathered insights from colleagues on how they cope with this emotional burden.| Commonland
At NCEJN, we have been searching for a 401(k) service provider for our staff. While our financial resources are modest, we firmly believe that everyone| NCEJN - North Carolina Environmental Justice Network
The best art, the best writing, opens up a world to the one who looks, to the one who reads. The medium carries the message but the message is something other than daubs of paint on a canvas or an alphabet arranged into words and paragraphs. A reflection by Danny Nelson Schweers for Sunday, July READ MORE »| Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM)
My head is swirling in words. On Mondays I write pretty much all day ~ well, actually, I sit and ponder and wonder and walk around and sit down and play with consonants and contractions and vowels and grammar and phrasing and sentences and punctuation and paragraphs until they come together in a way that READ MORE »| Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM)
In the last few weeks, I have had the opportunity to reflect quite a bit. In our present-day world, it is a necessity. I work each day to have time to let my thoughts move to the place where our world circumstances cause me to be confused and perplexed. I then begin to pray about it.| Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM)
Youthful hand palms the crank,twisting slowly, eager anticipation.A melody twinkles, softly spiralinglike her dance,all tipped toes and curled arms.Frail, wrinkled hands grip the crank,memories twirling backof moments magniloquent,bolder than life itself,captured in her dance. Ben provided us with a playful prompt this week for the Wea’ve Written Weekly. Below is the background and prompt guidance:Continue reading "Melancholy Music"| Words and Coffee Writing
A priest's homily on "Lift up your hearts" inspires Gerri Leder to reflect on hope as a virtue and an anchor.| Ignatian Spirituality
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I’ve been walking around as a head without a body for quite a while now. I wish someone would have said something to me because surely it was noticeable. “Hey! You forgot to put a body with that head of yours!” Are people in this town really too shy to bring such things to a […]| Chasing Mailboxes
In reviewing this Sunday’s liturgy, I was inspired most by the words of the Prophet Jeremiah. | Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM)
With over five years of posts, this Mission in Motion blog now observes some annual traditions. This week, I would like to revisit two traditions: spiritual practices especially suitable for the summer months (see “This Summer: Learn to Pray, Read Slowly and Spiritually, and/or Explore Nature”) and learning more about the deeply mission-aligned Summer College Immersion Program (see “Vocation, Discernment, and Decision-Making with the Summer College Immersion Program”). The occasion fo...| Mission in motion
My name is Rev. Mac Legerton. I serve as Co-Director of the Robeson County Cooperative for Sustainable Development (RCCSD). I’m here today to sound the alarm about NC’s 30-year energy […]| NCEJN
Dr. Nazeer Ahmed I love New York. The City has always had a peculiar rhythm—a kind of vitality that can surprise you just when you think it’s run out of steam. These feelings are perhaps colored by…| History of Islam
As they continued walking and talking, a chariot of fire and horses of fire separated the two of them, and Elijah ascended in a whirlwind into heaven. Elisha kept watching and crying out, “Father, …| Mitchell Lewis
Basic Setup for TubeTraps. ASC Newsletter. ASC, the industry standard for Pro Audio & Studio & HiFi. Manufacturer of the TubeTrap| Acoustic Sciences Corporation
Recently I was asked to write prayers for a camp week in another Episcopal Diocese. I felt honored to be asked and accepted gratefully. Their theme for the week is “Creation” — how God interacts with it, especially water. They’ll be using the Thanksgiving over the Water from the Baptismal service in the Book of Common Prayer (pages 306-70) to focus their theme. That gave me quite a bit of material to work with.| Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM)
Anne is making us reflect…and our different reflections will be remarkable, I am sure! This is a much loved theme for photographers. There are so many ways to show reflections, and these are …| Leya
Sunset at Lake Wilson, Fayetteville, AR. ~ This week Anne asked us to use reflections for the Lens-Artists Challenge. The group has shared many beautiful and creative images. There are endless refl…| writing to freedom
Madhusudan Katti, Assoc Professor and Director of Science, Technology and Society + Leadership in Public Science, Department of Forestry and Environmental| NCEJN - North Carolina Environmental Justice Network
For some reason I was expecting this to be a popular-level book on the topic. Instead, like Unseen Realm, it was a substantive work of scholarship that delved deeply into the academic literature. T…| Phil's Scribblings
“‘I am old, Gandalf. I don’t look it, but I am beginning to feel it in my heart of hearts. Well-preserved indeed!’ he snorted. ‘Why, I feel all thin, sort of stretched, if you know what I mean: like butter that has been scraped over too much bread. That can’t be right. I need a […]| Halfway Station 3.0
Tina Shull (Tina Shull, PhD) , UNC Charlotte professor, at the Peoples Hearing (June 11, 2025)| NCEJN - North Carolina Environmental Justice Network
My parents enjoyed farming. They both grew up on farms. Both did hard work in the cotton fields of the South. I never heard them complain about that. We had a small home in a 50’s subdivision. My Dad had a garage built in the backyard. Behind the garage, he put in a garden. It […]| Glory to God For All Things
It is difficult to describe culture of saints within the life of Orthodoxy. When speaking to Christians who are strangers to such devotions, it is like trying to describe a flavor that is unlike anything else (try describing salt without using the word, “salty”). My family’s direct experience of Orthodoxy began in the early 1990’s. […]| Glory to God For All Things
The following quote is taken from a letter by Mother Thekla (sometime Abbess of the Monastery of the Assumption in Normanby, England) to a young man who was entering the Orthodox faith. Some of her comments drew my attention. I add this note: this article was written and published on the blog in January of […]| Glory to God For All Things
The church’s liturgical calendar, from the beginning of Advent to the day of Pentecost, is built around a story. God did something. Then, suddenly, on the Sunday after Pentecost, we shift from stor…| Mitchell Lewis
What makes a place feel like home? Something more than familiarity. There is a relaxing connection, a letting go of tension, feeling comfortable and safe and something more: a resonance, a connection.| Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM)
Small room acoustics for recording and listening. The industry standard for Pro Audio & Studio, and HiFi. Manufacturer of the TubeTrap, StudioTrap, AttackWall and QSF.| Acoustic Sciences Corporation
Shaun McMillan, educator and activist with Blueprint NC, gave testimony at the People’s Hearing on Wednesday, June 11 in Greensboro.| NCEJN - North Carolina Environmental Justice Network
“Blowin’ in the Wind” is a classic song that began as a poem written by Bob Dylan. It was written in 1962 and Bob Dylan recorded it in 1963.| Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & Matthew (SsAM)
Vidal Lormendez, a Community Health Worker and the Migrant Services Specialist at NC FIELD. Vidal regularly helps design, test, and implement projects| NCEJN - North Carolina Environmental Justice Network
Dover Beach – (Matthew Arnold, 1867) The sea is calm tonight. The tide is full, the moon lies fair Upon the straits; on the French coast the light Gleams and is gone; the cliffs of England stand, Glimmering and vast, out in the tranquil bay. Come to the window, sweet is the night-air! Only, from […]| Glory to God For All Things
In an effort to be efficient and still “personable”, I am feeling a loss of humanity in some recent interactions that could be avoided. Specifically, in interactions where I’ve paid for something and the person responding has set up a system where they can seem engaging without actually needing to engage. The most egregious and […]| agm
I grew up in a very Catholic household; I was baptized, made my first communion, made confessions, and attended Catholic school all as a young child. During this time, I believed in my faith because of what my parents and teachers taught me, both in actions and words. Through them I was made aware that […]| About Catholics
Lance Phillips • June 03, 2025 I have been writing and publishing poetry for the last thirty years, but lately I have been struggling with whether a body of work, any work, amounts to anything substantial. Maybe because of my age (I am quickly approaching the age at which my father died), maybe because the […] The post Don’t Live Someone Else’s Dream appeared first on Brownicity.| Brownicity
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Nowadays it is best to exercise caution when bringing the words “quantum” and “consciousness” anywhere near each other, lest you be suspected of mysticism or quackery. Eugene Wigner did not concern himself with this when he wrote his “Remarks on … Continue reading →| Quantum Frontiers
Cecilia Tan, 29 May 2025 Cecilia, who has shared her story on this blog before, has offered this powerful poem and its explanation to continue the conversation after the death of one Pope and the n…| Liturgy on the Margins
Small room acoustics for recording and listening. The industry standard for Pro Audio & Studio, and HiFi. Manufacturer of the TubeTrap, StudioTrap, AttackWall and QSF.| Acoustic Sciences Corporation
Learn more about the 2025-2026 National PTA Reflections student-created theme I Belong and how your child can get involved.| Our Children
The 2025-2026 PTA Reflections theme is a valuable opportunity to help kids explore using art to express their feelings in a healthy way.| Our Children
MP 141: Advice from a climbing guide that's quite relevant to programming. Note: The debugging series will continue shortly. I'm busy getting ready for PyCon, and haven't had time to finish the next post in that series yet. Since moving to North Carolina last fall, I've been getting back into| Mostly Python
I’ve been very slowly reading Soul Mates by Thomas Moore. It’s one of those books that serves you well to read slowly as I find each page takes a while to fully absorb. In the latest re…| agm
Correlation Detection of Early Reflections pt. 1. ASC, the standard for Pro Audio & Studio & HiFi. Manufacturer of the TubeTrap.| Acoustic Sciences Corporation
Quantum computing finds itself in a peculiar situation. The number one question asked about quantum computers by outsiders is very common sensical: What are they good for? The honest answer reveals…| Quantum Frontiers
In this blogpost, Doctoral Researcher Ville Malinen discusses his visit to the E-Gaming Symposium 2025 held in Seinäjoki (Finland). In addition to his own presentation, Malinen reflects on the prog…| Centre of Excellence in Game Culture Studies
(You can probably guess our take on this) Slate just dropped a firestorm of an article this week about parents using baby monitors to watch their sleeping children while they sneak away to hotel restaurants. The piece describes how an influencer couple faced intense backlash for using FaceTime to check| Live Near Friends
This is an exercise in the Orthodox reading of the Scriptures. My thoughts frequently return to this story and this line of thought. This article is greatly expanded from an earlier version. The habits of modern Christians run towards history: it is a lens through which we see the world. We see a world of cause […]| Glory to God For All Things
One of the things I keep coming back to is my appreciation for this life. Life is beautiful—my inner voice keeps echoing. I like that sound. And yet, it puzzles me. Because if I look at my day, lif…| Void Thoughts
So many people dream of living next door to their friends and family—but not that many actually do. What stops them? One common blocker we see is what we call the “Bestie Barrier.” People latch onto one specific person—their best friend—as the only person they’d consider| Live Near Friends
The course should be more in-the-weeds on eng, more async, and have more time for questions.| Alexey needs a web presence
What did Alexey learn from his first year of full-time part-time advising?| Alexey needs a web presence
Sometime in the year 421 or 530, an utterly obscure woman from Egypt fell asleep in the desert of the Holy Land. Her burial place was intentionally unmarked and remains unknown. However, every year in the Orthodox Church, she is remembered by the name of Mary of Egypt and her life (written by St. Sophronios […]| Glory to God For All Things
At this week’s American Physical Society Global Physics Summit in Anaheim, California, John Preskill spoke at an event celebrating 100 years of groundbreaking advances in quantum mechanics. Here are his remarks. Welcome, everyone, to this celebration of 100 years of … Continue reading →| Quantum Frontiers
by Roger Sessions October 28, 2018 Recently a rift has become visible in our community of love. This rift is not new. It has been there since the founding of Meditation Chapel. But it was made especially visible on October 26 when four of our longtime and very dear facilitators told us they will no […] The post Healing the Rift first appeared on MC.| MC
By Laura Waters September 13, 2018 I had just arrived at a nearby high school to teach a public speaking course, I was waiting to sign in (school security). In front was an elderly man. The woman behind the glass told him that his granddaughter would be right out, and the school’s assistant principal was […] The post Deprogramming first appeared on MC.| MC
by Chris Rhodes August 15, 2018 Ever since the creation of the world his eternal power and divine nature, invisible though they are, have been seen through the things he has made. (Romans 1:20) The verses prior to the above scripture speak of those who suppress the truth. This scripture counters that the truth is […] The post Dancing with the Divine first appeared on MC.| MC
by Nancy Ann Edwards The idea of inclusivity doesn’t always work in the real world. It is not how the real world always operates. Our human condition is governed by political, religious, and socio-economic bodies of government which often require us to make choices. You cannot even vote in the primary elections in the state […] The post The Inclusivity of Contemplative Prayer first appeared on MC.| MC
An owl awakened me in the middle of the night recently. Every syllable of its call was detailed and distinct as if it were only a few feet away from me. I resisted jumping out of bed to try and “see” it, and instead smiled, closed my eyes, and listened until sleep came again. When […] The post Nocturnal Vigilance first appeared on MC.| MC
Change is rarely a single event. It’s a process. Process (noun): a continuous action, or series of changes taking place wherein changes happen naturally. Everything changes. Some things and situations do not change quickly enough for me, while others change far too swiftly, and I need to catch my breath. I’m learning how to appreciate […] The post It’s A Process first appeared on MC.| MC
More than finding answers, a contemplative life is about learning to live the questions. In recent weeks, questions have abounded more than usual. Questions regarding relationships, career, what to do about the violence in our world – acute questions – have inserted themselves into the mix of the broader-reaching chronic questions that permeate life – those […] The post Learning to Live the Questions first appeared on MC.| MC
An essential part of anyone’s spiritual journey is time spent in the wilderness. Indeed, it may be that “wilderness” describes the whole of the monastic life, for silence and self-emptying are two hallmarks of it. But time in the wilderness, or the mystic desert, need not be only sacrificial or brutal. There are delights in the […] The post Delight in the Wilderness first appeared on MC.| MC
It is easy to remember to give thanks for the light. It is harder to remember to give thanks for the darkness.| MC
