Yes Lisa, it is possible...

Yes Lisa, at some stage in the parenting process it is possible to engage in "the silence of contemplation."  I am glad you used the word "possible" because it turns out that I would rather speak (to God or others) and write my "lofty" thoughts rather than listen.  Even though the kids have all gone off to college, I still find the silence of contemplation extremely difficult.  But, I have hope that God will increasingly grant me the grace to be still and know that He is God.