by Prasanta | May 5, 2021 | Intentionality, Writing, writing journey
Two little words. Just two. I remember the times when others remembered to speak them to me. It’s not that we do things for the “thank yous”, but when others intentionally (or unintentionally) forget you–it can hurt. Perhaps you know of someone...
by Prasanta | Jan 6, 2019 | Community, Friend, Friendship, Fun, Intentional Living, Intentionality, Laughter, Uncategorized
A few days ago, I wrote about one area of particular focus for me in 2019, which was friendship. You can read those thoughts and that post here. I mentioned I would write about another theme for 2019; hence this is part two of that. The other area of focus that I...
by Prasanta | Jan 2, 2019 | Community, Friend, Friendship, Intentionality, Relationships, Uncategorized
Some people have a “word” that characterizes their focus for the upcoming year. I do not have a single word. I have never really had a single word. Maybe one day, I will. So far, I have found it difficult to narrow down to a single word, no matter how much...
by Prasanta | Dec 16, 2018 | Advent, Becoming Whole, Change, Family, Freedom, Friendship, Intentionality, Relationships, Time
Perhaps you will be asked if you will be traveling somewhere this Christmas. Perhaps you will be asked what food item you will contribute to an annual potluck. Perhaps others are expecting you to plan an event because you always plan said event. Perhaps you will be...
by Prasanta | Apr 11, 2018 | Connecting, Creativity, Gratefulness, Growth, Intentionality, Journey, Thankfulness, Writing
Do stuff. Be clenched, curious. Not waiting for inspiration’s shove or society’s kiss on your forehead. ~ Susan Sontag I have to pause for a few moments here and write a little bit about something. Mainly a word of thanks. I will be attending a writing...
by Prasanta | Feb 13, 2018 | Community, Debate, Dialogue, Faith, Friendship, Intentionality
“Mr. B is homebound. Until last year, however, he was “schlepping around” in his kitchen, baking his own bread, and cooking and hosting Sabbath supper at his home for his adult children every Friday night. Mr. B. is originally from Ukraine, Jewish...