Author Archives: Virginia

#BlackoutTuesday #theShowMustBePaused

Posted on June 2, 2020

In response to the deaths of George Floyd and other black lives lost unjustly, today members of the music industry are highlighting the inequality that exists “from the boardroom to the boulevard” by pausing to reflect what can be done … Continue reading →

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A Prayer for Pentecost (& every day!)

Posted on May 31, 2020

On this Pentecost Sunday may the Holy Spirit fill us with unifying Love and Peace – the powerful peace of Jesus Christ that transcends all understanding. “Breathe in me Spirit of God, that I may think what is Holy. Drive … Continue reading →

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Peace and Understanding

Posted on May 29, 2020

“Fear cuts deeper than swords.” George R.R. Martin Fear.  This redhead understands what it’s like to be afraid. As a survivor of violence (as posted here previously:#MeToo) I experienced feelings of abject terror, even in broad daylight. For years fear … Continue reading →

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Wearing a mask (in good company!)

Posted on May 27, 2020

As my brother and I meandered around downtown Williamsburg on Monday we spotted a Special Someone wearing a mask… Thomas Jefferson! As one of our country’s founders (he wrote the Declaration of Independence) Thomas Jefferson is highly esteemed in these … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day: Rest In Peace

Posted on May 25, 2020

“Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.” Anonymous On Memorial Day we remember all those in the military who sacrificed their lives throughout our … Continue reading →

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Raindrop Blues vs. Having Fun in the Rain

Posted on May 22, 2020

“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass. It’s about learning to dance in the rain.” Vivian Greene It’s been raining here the whole week, the ENTIRE WEEK. We are not used to rain every day here in the … Continue reading →

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Hope: A Renewable Option

Posted on May 19, 2020

It’s hard at times to maintain a hope-filled attitude, especially when things drag us down in the mud of ineptitude. But, the point of hope is to keep trying. To keep hoping. To do our bit. To look for hope … Continue reading →

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