Break on Through to the Other Side

My daughter studied karate for five years. When it came time to break boards, I’ll admit, I was fascinated. Her sensei made it look effortless. It was as if he sent his intention through the board, and it fell into two pieces, without his even touching it. Watching my...

Shadow and Light

A lover once told me I should read detective novels. One sunny afternoon he had come home and found my face a bit soggy. “Have you been reading spiritual books again?” he asked. I nodded. He hugged me and said “You should stick to detective stories.” I presume he was...