I often wonder whether I’m good enough—to be a writer, to make jewelry, to get into heaven—well, no, I know I’m not good enough to get into heaven. I count on Jesus’ sacrifice to usher me into the pearly gates. But the creative arts bring up old fears. I grew up discouraged and depressed, even …
Author Archives: Karen
Waiting
I am waiting, with Lawrence, for a rebirth of wonder. I am waiting, with Tolstoy, for a happy family. I am waiting, with Emily Gibbs, for us all to wake up. I am waiting for Clark Kent to reveal his true identity. I am waiting, with the Brothers Grimm, to live happily ever after. I …
Returned
Last night, I returned to the rooming house where I first lived in this college town, 34 years ago. Invited to talk about forgiveness and inner healing to an ecumenical, international bible study, I encouraged young believers that they, too, could be delivered from shame and unforgiveness. I was full of unrealized bitterness the day …