We have ...

a logo!

Accomplished designer Julie Reed donated her time & talent to create a logo that symbolized what the Kyrie Foundation is about. We wanted it to be simple & uplifting, something identifiable.

We thought the metamorphosis of a butterfly--all the energy it embodies and the symbolism of good change--captured the spirit of our goals. And this isn't just any butterfly; ours has beautiful angel wings, to protect & guide, to soar as a messenger between us & heaven.

We hope you like it.

Thankful Thursday

Today I'm thankful for butterflies. They grow from such unlikely creatures into delicate beauties whose jobs include visiting flowers and inspiring art.

Did you know that Monarch butterflies regularly migrate beween southern Canada and central Mexico, a total distance in excess of 2,500 miles? They only weigh 1/50 of an ounce yet travel at 20 mph and reach altitudes of 10,000 feet. If a little butterfly can do that, imagine what we can do.

Busy, busy.

New news to come very soon. So exciting.

Something to share.

Remember our artist friend Rhonna who designed the Kyrie Foundation's t-shirt? Well, if you pick up the latest special issue of Paper Crafts magazine, you'll see on page 74 & 75, a journal project that her 21-Day Challenge inspired. Last year, Rhonna promoted the idea of a 21-day challenge to break a less-than-desirable habit; twenty-one days being the length of time in which a new habit will stick. Creative journaling chronicles the emotional/spiritual process.

Willingness to change is never easy. Even moreso, the conscious willingness to bear struggles come what may is nothing short of a miracle. This willingness to carry on is really the essence of courage, and it's evidence of real, day-to-day faith. Make no mistake: courage is difficult. And many times right behind a moment of miraculous courage comes our human selfishness, wanting it our way, wanting it to be easy, wanting God to change things, wanting God to change His will. This struggle between the selfish comfort of habit or blame or ease and the awareness of becoming better, of choosing grace is a daily challenge. It's like having the past & future, the worst & the best within you all at once.

There's a song about this struggle, this fulcrum point where two feelings collide, and wanting to get to the good side. Perhaps that good side is heaven. Maybe you'll like "Twilight" from Shaun Groves.

And if you come to courage today, you may be inspired by this one, too.

Small Update

We're underway becoming official not only in Missouri, but Kansas as well. And ... we just put in for our second t-shirt order! Much will be happening in the days ahead, so stay tuned!

Thankful Thursday

Today, I'm thankful—immensely thankful—for help.

That small, one-syllable word embodies the human & the divine all in one. That word can change the world; I know it's changed mine.

Whether giving help or receiving help, a glowing grace usually accompanies the exchange. That grace must be why doing good feels good, as if your skin is radiating with compassion or gratitude, depending on whether you are the giver or the recipient.

The best is when help comes from unexpected people & places, like a holy ambush. Thank you people. Thank you places.

What are you thankful for today?

Not alone.

The Kyrie Foundation's Web site will soon be up & running, and we're hoping to debut the logo right here within the next few days! Wa-hoo!

In the meantime, we wanted to tell you about our sister organization in Holland, Michigan. That's right, not one but two groups inspired by Kyrie. Months ago, a prayer request came to Margorie Sondermann. It was a request for Kyrie, and Margorie, like many of you, followed the blog journey each day. She was especially touched by the photo of Lacie & Kyrie coloring together. With that image in mind, she and her husband were inspired to create a non-profit ministry that donates Christian-themed coloring books to pediatric hospital units. Can you believe that?!?! Such proactive kindness.

You can learn more by visiting the Web site for Kyrie's Gift. There was also a very sweet article written in the local Holland paper. You can download that PDF here on their site.

Go, Kyrie, Go!