Snowballs in Spring

A Quaker’s Reflections: Essays on Life, Faith, and Inner Stillness
Drawn from nearly a century of lived experience, these short essays invite readers into a deeply personal yet universally resonant journey of spiritual reflection. Originally published in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette between 2021 and 2024, these pieces were written during a period of profound social transformation—from the isolation of the pandemic to the tensions of a national election.
Written from the perspective of a lifelong member of the Fayetteville Quaker Meeting, this collection offers insight into Quaker principles—simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and inner guidance—while encouraging readers of any background to explore how they engage with the world around them and within themselves.
Introspective yet accessible, the essays speak to the heart and mind alike. Whether you're familiar with Quakerism or newly curious, you’ll find thoughtful encouragement to pause, reflect, and consider how you want to live. This is not a book to rush through—it’s best read in quiet moments, allowing time for its timeless truths to take root.
Accompanied by Margot Bergman’s evocative illustrations and lovingly brought together with editorial and design support from dear friends, this collection is both a spiritual companion and a thoughtful guide for navigating life with intention.