Weavings is a monthly reflection that is the collective effort of the Wheaton Franciscan Covenant Companions and Sisters to provide spiritual nourishment that helps us feel God’s presence in daily living and invite an openness to God.
Unexpected Surprises: Part 2
by Sister Alice Drewek
In 2021, the border between Canada and the U.S. opened in early September. I packed my bags and journeyed for my directed retreat to the Algonquin Highlands, which are north and east of Toronto. This time I remembered to bring my Totem cards, drawing book, crayons, colored pencils, and pen and paper.
The Little Kennisis River flows past the cabin I rent, and I am literally in the middle of nowhere. I have neighbors on either side but can’t really see them. My spiritual director is just a stone’s throw away.
I was pleasantly surprised when Haiku poetry again flowed freely…everything I gazed at called for this response from me.
My experience writing Haiku has been like a beautifully wrapped gift, freely given, inviting me to open, to look closer and to be surprised beyond all my wild imaginings. All I need and want to say is: “Thank You!”
