Photo by Matt Collamer on Unsplash Shortly after starting my job downtown last year, I quickly began to learn of the complexities of homelessness and drug abuse. Our office’s main floor washrooms were locked off and made available only to those who worked in the building and had electronic passes to get inside. One of the building’s janitors … Continue reading Offering Compassion in the Face of Shock
Two Initial Steps to Begin Again
I didn't write a single blog post in 2019. While we're truth-telling, I suppose I could've entitled my last post, "When You're a Struggling Returned Overseas Worker" because that's where I was at the end of 2018. We had chosen to return to Canada midway through 2018. Then, ultimately, we chose to leave our missions … Continue reading Two Initial Steps to Begin Again
When You’re a Struggling Overseas Worker
When I was introduced to *Sarah, a newcomer to Canada, and her son, Austin*, at the drop-in playgroup the other day, I’m ashamed to admit that I judged her a little bit. Her son seemed a little bit out of control (or just hangry). And Sarah was tired and appeared apathetic. She was due with … Continue reading When You’re a Struggling Overseas Worker
Finding Healing in His Presence
It’s mid-afternoon and I stand in the middle of the grassy yard, eyes transfixed on the movement of light dancing all around me on the ground. The maple branches are caught in a lyrical dance that fools and I cannot stop watching this masterpiece before me. My daughter runs past, asking, “What are you … Continue reading Finding Healing in His Presence
Transition Discomfort
Several weeks ago, I decided I would move away from hosting my blog on WordPress. I had researched several other options and decided on a host with a good reputation. The reviews I had read made it seem like the transition would be easy peasy lemon squeezy, like the saying my five-year-old has recently picked … Continue reading Transition Discomfort
Beth Donchai 
You must be logged in to post a comment.