Life's Gentle Lessons

By Shams-i-Heartsong - About Me - E-mail this page - Add to My Favorites - Add to Blog List - See other blogs in Humor

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Robin, Worm, Crow, Vole, and Raccoon - Eagle gathers the travelers

Francis prayed for wisdom and strength for the long journey and for the ministry that was sure to ensue. He had no idea how much his life was about to be transformed. * * * * * * Eagle did not sleep. None who were to accompany Francis' Band slept that night. Crow flew the entire shire announcing the... Sign in to see full entry.

posted by Shams-i-Heartsong at 9:48 AM | add or view comments (3) | leave calling card | link to this | view only this entry

Sunday, June 5, 2011

Robin, Worm, Crow, Vole, and Raccoon - Morning comes swiftly

“We are going to take our seven and Francis can add Camel if he wishes when we arrive.” Eagle was resolute. * * * * * * Sebastian was the first to rise the next morning, followed shortly by Francis. Sebastian had arranged a rendezvous before their departure. Francis was just an early riser. This day... Sign in to see full entry.

posted by Shams-i-Heartsong at 10:38 AM | add or view comments (3) | leave calling card | link to this | view only this entry

Friday, June 3, 2011

Robin, Worm, Crow, Vole, and Raccoon - Crow announces the Chosen

* * * * * * * Crow was completely out of breath when he landed. He had been up all night watching the Brotherhood in prayer and now he wanted to share the news, but he could not speak. The glen was filled with a solid mass of the gathered creatures. Firefly had warned everyone that Crow was coming.... Sign in to see full entry.

posted by Shams-i-Heartsong at 4:12 PM | add or view comments (1) | leave calling card | link to this | view only this entry

Sunday, May 15, 2011

Robin, Worm, Crow, Vole, and Raccoon - The Brothers decide...

The silent meditation lasted almost twenty minutes. Franjcis noticed a few of the Brothers beginning to fidget and otherwise show their growing discomfort. He stood up and began to walk slowly around the circles. In front of each Brother, he stopped and placed both hands gently but firmly on both... Sign in to see full entry.

posted by Shams-i-Heartsong at 10:21 PM | add or view comments (1) | leave calling card | link to this | view only this entry

Friday, May 13, 2011

Robin, Worm, Crow, Vole, and Raccoon - The choice is almost made

The Brothers leaned forward. Francis continued, “I almost forgot. Grandfather Eagle insisted that one animal be chosen from our destination....” Francis paused. “A camel!” The Brothers spoke it out loud together as if they had be reciting the Office. So, that was decided. Now there were only four... Sign in to see full entry.

posted by Shams-i-Heartsong at 9:31 AM | add or view comments (3) | leave calling card | link to this | view only this entry

Monday, May 9, 2011

Robin, Worm, Crow, Vole, and Raccoon - The Brothers choose eagle and worm

Sebastian kept a respectable silence and then continued with a prayer of thanksgiving: “Thank, Dear Father, for that Thou dost vouchsafe to feed us with the live giving spiritual body and blood of our Lord and Savior, Jesus, The Christ. You promise to us in these holy mysteries, that we are One... Sign in to see full entry.

posted by Shams-i-Heartsong at 7:44 AM | add or view comments (2) | leave calling card | link to this | view only this entry

Friday, May 6, 2011

Robin, Worm, Crow, Vole, and Raccoon - The Brothers worship together

* * * * * * * The last Brother arrived just before a vibrant, golden-pink sunset. Francis asked Sebastian to lead the service; he wanted to observe the process rather than lead it. Francis had fasted all day in seclusion in preparation for their decision. The service began just as the sun... Sign in to see full entry.

posted by Shams-i-Heartsong at 7:00 AM | add or view comments (2) | leave calling card | link to this | view only this entry

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Robin, Worm, Crow, Vole, and Raccoon - All await the prayer meeting

The Brotherhood gathering would cost them another day, which was frustrating to Francis and irritating to Sebastian who always jumped in first and then considered the consequences. The next morning the word went out. The Brotherhood was to gather in Assisi that evening for prayers and communion.... Sign in to see full entry.

posted by Shams-i-Heartsong at 6:42 PM | add or view comments (1) | leave calling card | link to this | view only this entry

Sunday, May 1, 2011

Robin, Worm, Crow, Vole, and Raccoon - Francis and Sebastian discuss choice

Francis was tightening the last rope on the donkey when the news arrived from the circle in the glen. Neither Francis nor Sebastian had spent much thought about which animals would accompany them. Now they had to choose six before they could leave. Sebastian suggested that they just draw straws. “It... Sign in to see full entry.

posted by Shams-i-Heartsong at 5:46 PM | add or view comments (3) | leave calling card | link to this | view only this entry

Thursday, April 28, 2011

Robin, Worm, Crow, Vole, and Raccoon - Grandfather Eagle's Speech

“Creator must have a purpose for our going along on this crazy Hu-man war-adventure. This certainly is none of our affair! Not one of us would ever consider committing such a crazy game among ourselves. Can you imagine committing such a crazy game among ourselves? Imagine birds and rabbits at war”... Sign in to see full entry.

posted by Shams-i-Heartsong at 9:47 AM | add or view comments (2) | leave calling card | link to this | view only this entry

Headlines (What is this?)