November invites us to slow down and notice. The days grow shorter, the trees grow quiet, and we are reminded that life has seasons of letting go as well as seasons of new growth.
Living awake means paying attention—to the beauty still around us, to the people who share our days, and to the grace that meets us even when life feels uncertain. Gratitude does not ask us to pretend everything is easy. It helps us recognize goodness in ordinary moments: a kind word, a shared meal, a quiet prayer, or the simple gift of another day.
I’m also continuing to work on my book, The Woman on the Wall: Belonging, Calling, and Making Room in the Church—a reflection on how we recognize belonging, hear our call, and make room for one another.
As we enter this month, may we make room for gratitude, tenderness, and hope. What is one small sign of grace you are noticing today?
With love and gratitude,
Alicia+