What’s Your Peaceful Place?

John 20:19 … the disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews, came Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peace be unto you.

Right now I am in California settling my brother’s estate. I’ve never been the executor of someone’s estate before, and it’s been a very different experience for me. I’ve had so many emotions, from love, grief, and tenderness, surprises, and even challenges. There have been many times when I’ve felt my brother close by. And though…
Thank you all for your entries. The tender thoughts about your peaceful place enriched my life. Nathana Clay is the winner. Her picture is above and her entry as follows: “I am visiting my parents right now, so I don’t have a picture of my “comfy chair” or the kitchen table…
I LOVE basil!!! It is one of my favorite herbs. If I could eat basil, berries and dark chocolate every day, I would be a very happy woman 😉 The basil is grown in a 4 X 8 foot raised bed. We have been eating a little of it in salads, sandwiches, and other dishes,…
I love garden food! Kale is in our garden or available at the grocery store year round. It was so easy to make these, much easier than cabbage rolls. It took me about 20 minutes to make these. It’s hot here in Western Washington and I didn’t want to heat up the house. I baked…
Peppermint Holy Basil Chocolate Tea Recipe for Relaxation and Warmth It is crisp here in PNW. I need, yes, need something warm in my cup. This is easy to make with a few ingredients. TO MAKE: Pour 1.5 cups boiling water. Let steep for 15 minutes. Strain. Top with a hefty splash of real cream…
I LOVE herb tea and drink it daily! In our kitchen we have a cupboard that is the “Tea Cupboard”. It contains: mugs, tea pots, herbal tea blends, hot cocoa, candied ginger, liquid stevia and a variety of small strainers. Herb teas not only taste great, they are filled with readily available nutrients. The aroma of…
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My peaceful place this year is hiking when I can get to it. In Phoenix it’s all year round. Another peaceful place I use on a weekly basis is temple visits. It provides a place of meditation and communion with God to intentions and ask for need blessings. Both places have one thing in comment: they look up and require effort.
Beautiful Maria!