Category Archives: Spiritual Contemplation

Old Fools and Little Children

Posted on September 11, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Take a bunch of thin, weak strips of wood and glue them together: you get a piece that is very strong. Like a bunch of flawed people joined together by faith, hope and love… Continue reading →

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Tree Huggers and Bold Sharings

Posted on September 8, 2017 by Doc Arnett

An unexpected sharing from a stranger revealed a very unexpected source of calm and soothing fragrance. Continue reading →

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A Bit Short of the Peak

Posted on September 7, 2017 by Doc Arnett

If we wish to have a greater view, we must take a higher perspective… even if it’s a tough climb sometimes! Continue reading →

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In the Midst of Fire & Granite

Posted on September 5, 2017 by Doc Arnett

To stand atop a mountain and take in the span of grandeur, and remember the hand of God is both strong and gentle… Continue reading →

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A Preliminary Eulogy

Posted on August 31, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Just in case no one has the time or inclination or just needs a starting place when it’s me lying in the flowers… Continue reading →

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Ambience

Posted on August 30, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Watching folks stand around and visit together is kind of like watching the wind making waves on tall grass on the side of a sunny hill… Continue reading →

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Goodness Born of Tragedy

Posted on August 29, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Cowboys riding through water five feet deep, people wading to houses, truck drivers pushing through floodwaters… courage, love and unity… Continue reading →

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Message from the Passed

Posted on August 28, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Have you ever received a message from a dead person? I did this weekend! Continue reading →

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To Lie Down Weary

Posted on August 25, 2017 by Doc Arnett

There are many fine things in this world; a good night’s rest is among the finest! Continue reading →

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Nature vs. Nature

Posted on August 24, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Regardless of how it’s couched, framed or stated, here’s what I have found: when I do good, I feel good; when I don’t, I don’t. Continue reading →

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