Articles

This collection of articles are from the archives of Ingrid's Newsletter, "Portions of Joy." May they help instill feelings of peace, plenty, joy and well-being.

• Reflections on Grace
  here are some of Ingrid's own reflections on the abundance of grace.
  
• Finding Our Fortunes
  realizing the richness of here and now...
  
• Selections from the Honey Sutras
  soul wisdom from the birds and the bees
  
• The Nirvana Cafe
  a sweet dream...
  
• Excerpts from Postcards from the Landscape of Joy
  here are a few samples of the beautiful collaged illustrations from Postcards from the Landscape of Joy.
  
• Island of the Soul
  In this article Ingrid explores the Buddhist concept of Atadipa, The Landscape of Joy, and the Lake Isle of Innesfree
  
• A Grace-Filled Hour
  What I long for is a grace-filled hour. Well, I suppose, to be honest, an infinite succession of grace-filled hours....
  
• YOU ARE
  Need a little boost? This is a list of compliments, and each one is TRUE.
  
• The Valentine Phantom
  
• My Soul Stretches Out
  This is what I long for: spiritual passion; enthusiasm in the most God-filled sense; to have light in my soul, fire in my belly; to be connected to something larger than my daily chores.
  
• Enlightened Housekeeping
  In this article, Ingrid shares a housekeeping epiphany...
  
• Conversing With the Holy
  In this article, Ingrid discusses her approach to spiritual prayers and poems.
  
• The Door of the Heart
  Ingrid reflects on keeping the door of the heart open...
  
• YOUTUBE Valentine
  This is a youtube valentine of Ingrid's song, I symphony you, from her Savor The Days album
  
• A Blessing For Motherhood
  Ingrid reflects on this verse by the poet Rilke, "I'm so glad you are here. It helps me realize how beautiful my life is."
  
• Light
  when there is light in the soul, there is beauty in the person...
  
• Ingrid's Studio Tour
  here we explore the vibrant world where Ingrid follows her bliss...
  
• Seeking Nectar
  Ingrid discovers that there is a name for her way of life.
  
• The Joy Book, Excerpts
  Here are a few excerpts from The Joy Book by Ingrid Goff-Maidoff
  
• The Myth World of Dreams
  On using the beauty from our dreams to add depth and meaning to our waking lives.
  
• The Beautiful Foolishness of Things
  On learning how to lighten up...
  
• Thoughts for Mother's Day
  Ingrid offers reflections for Mother's Day.
  
• Courage, inspirational quotes for trying times
  This collection of inspiring passages is from Courage, A Book of Comfort for trying times, Compiled by Ingrid Goff-Maidoff
  
• The Message Behind the Gift
  We can’t give another person happiness- through purchase or transference, yet we pour our best wishes into giving a gift anyway, hoping to offer a gesture of our love at least in the form of temporary delight.
  
• A few thoughts on Santa Claus
  Some favorite writings by C.K. Chesterton and Francis P Church
  
• The Meaning of Namaste
  
• The Riddle Of The Self
  This article explores the inner and the outer self...
  
• Selections from Good Mother, Welcome
  These are blessings, meditations and prayers from the book, Good Mother, Welcome.
  
• Motherhood as a Spiritual Path
  In the author's notes of her book, Good Mother, Welcome, Ingrid Goff-Maidoff suggests that when we reclaim Motherhood as a spiritual path, the benefits we and our children reap will be beyond description.
  
• Hotai!
  Hotai carries a sack which brims with wonderful things...
  
• Joy and Sorrow
  In this article, Ingrid explores the intimate connection between Joy and Sorrow.
  
• What's Your Bliss?
  once you find it, you can live it.
  
• Majestic Poetry Kit
  here are a few delicious words to prompt your inner poet.
  

"The way we live is the way we give thanks.Our life is a dance of prayer and thanksgiving." ~Ingrid Goff-Maidoff, Good Mother, Welcome