Beautiful Dust

"Somewhere in my dust heap there's a richness." – John Steinbeck


Food

  • Table

    How do you describe a space That is the same regardless of location? This plane we seat ourselves before Wields an enchantment, Capturing us in conversation, Building families of all kinds. Each time, we leave different than we came– Full in stomach and in heart. All I know: we’re invited to a feast, Which I Continue reading

  • Thankful

    For the usual things Made more special for their expectedness: Family Friends Food. For things beautiful and strange: Books with voices that strengthen my own; An orange cat with winsome determination; Crackling fires facilitating laughter and conversation. And for things unusual: Love beyond measure, And grace that finds us Even in the midst of our Continue reading

  • Eating

    Where did you spend your money this year? Mashed potatoes with the mushroom gravy Chinese takeout Pizza Beer Largest pot of spaghetti Soup (vegetarian) Bread Macaroni from a box Wine. Bottles on bottles. Cake A general principle: That food carries friends closer A glass or three in good company Can do more than many church Continue reading

About Me

I’m Stephanie – a perpetual student and aspiring hobbit. I love language, literature, and theology. I’m happiest when surrounded with good food, good company, and things that grow.

Sign up for updates