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NOT JUST A WALK IN THE WOODS
I almost didn't go on my walk that day. We were getting ready to move, and empty boxes beckoned. Nevertheless, I felt impelled to head off into the woods with my dog. Over the years I've learned to listen to my spiritual intuition. On this particular afternoon, I felt God was definitely giving me a nudge.
As I strode into the forest, I suddenly came upon my neighbor, tired and resting under a tree. Frankly, I was surprised that I had stumbled on him. With all of the pine, oak, and brush, he would have been easy to miss. He had an illness that made walking a challenge, and it surprised me to see him so far from his home. I offered my assistance, but he waved me away, not his usual friendly self.
I didn't feel right about leaving my neighbor there, but I didn't quite know what to do either. Out of respect for his wishes, I continued my hike. I'm used to turning to God when things seem difficult or confusing, And while I walked, I got quiet inside and listened for God to guide me.
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About the author
Ruby Bennet recently moved to the Bend, Oregon, area where she loves taking walks with her dog, Disney.
January 10, 2005 issue
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Expecting the very best
Suzanne Smedley
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Letters
with contributions from David D. Brown, Cecile Barnett, Sandra Justad, Jane Shinn, Gwen Lynn
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ITEMS of INTEREST
with contributions from Kevin Kalhoefer, Bob Harvey, Thomas D'Evelyn, Charis Mastris
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SAY GOOD-BYE TO CYNICISM
By Rosalie E. Dunbar
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TOUCHING ONE LIFE AT A TIME
Donna J. Bradley
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COMPASSION, NOT DISDAIN
Neera Kapur
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The sweet road to recovery
By John Hubler
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'I've come out of my shell'
By Morgan Gavaletz
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OUT OF DARKNESS
Paul Shippey
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A 'JILL OF ALL TRADES' FINDS HER NICHE
By Eileen Stoecklin
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NOT JUST A WALK IN THE WOODS
By Ruby Bennet
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TO BE AND NOT TO BE
Gwenn Gurnack
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A spiritual 'gene'?
By Meg Welch Dendler
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Full freedom from a recurring injury
Colin G. Treworgy
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'A change in human belief'
Marietta Stofer