Category Archives: recovery

Another reason to stay close

Do not despair at dead ends, says the Lord for I make doors wherever I go © Meisaan Chan

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God’s puzzles

Sometimes the pieces are so large we can never see the big picture and the best thing to know is that we don’t © Meisaan Chan (Photo credit: National Geographic)

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First things first

There is always more to do, so stop and suckle at the breast of God, then, full, take up your tools for there is always more to do © Meisaan Chan

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But first, a shift in perspective is required

There is something deep to learn from those who make you furious © Meisaan Chan

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There’s always a way to go home

There’s always a way to go home not matter what happened before; Just ask: the door will appear the arms outstretched © Meisaan Chan

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In order for me to love you – or – Passing it on

God does not demand that we understand all of God’s divinity before opening the doors of love; so, too, I do not demand that you understand all of me © Meisaan Chan

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How hard it is to maintain stillness

How hard it is to maintain stillness but that is where all clarity is found © Meisaan Chan (Photo credit: National Geographic)

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Step in

Ignore anything that is not of me and I will show you who you are; wade deeper, my love be not afraid © Meisaan Chan (Photo credit: National Geographic)

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Choose the one you want, God says

“Choose the one you want,” God says. In each hand is a shining light. I am mesmerized. I want them both. “Look carefully,” God says, frowning. “They are not the same.” “I don’t see the difference,” I say. “One will … Continue reading

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When you reach the cliff face

You may ask me for a detour and instead I may give you the strength to climb © Meisaan Chan

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