Road Out Of Oz
Now What?
Dorothy has been threatened by Elmira Gultch, ignored by friends and family, caught up in a cyclone, and dropped in a strange place with strange people. She has unwittingly defeated the Wicked Witch of the East, and also kindled the anger of the Wicked Witch of the West. She finds herself standing in Munchkin Land…
Quote – Perseverance
“Everyone must have some thought that’s going to pull them through somehow.” – “Rock Me On the Water,” by Jackson Browne
An Easy Walk…For a Short While
Dorothy leaves Munchkin Land with the encouragement of Glenda and the Munchkins ringing in her ears. With Toto in hand and her destination in mind, Dorothy steps quickly and confidently toward her desired destination. Then the movie cuts to the next scene. Dorothy is still walking, and so far the trip has been uneventful. She’s still…
Quote – Change
“It’s the most unhappy people who most fear change.” – Mignon McLaughlin.
If I Only Had a Brain
Shortly into her journey down the yellow brick road, Dorothy comes to a crossroad. With no map or roadsigns, she stops to decide which direction to take. It’s there she meets the first of three eventual traveling companions…the Scarecrow. The Scarecrow is stuck on a pole in the middle of nowhere. He’s pleasant and friendly, but he…
If I Only Had a Heart
Dorothy continues down the road toward the Emerald City, but now she’s not alone. She’s been joined by the Scarecrow, who is looking for a brain to think things through and solve problems. The two of them come to a dark and ominous woods where the trees are threatening and things grow darker with each step. It…
If I Only Had the Courage
Before Dorothy, the Scarecrow, and the Tin Man can reach the Emerald City, they must pass through a dark, dense forest. Thick overgrowth shuts out the sunlight, and they begin to imagine the dangers lurking in the shadows. “Lions and Tigers and Bears…Oh my!” Their hearts race, their fears increases, and their steps quicken. They just…
Quote – Brokenness
“There is a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.” – from the song “Anthem,” by Leonard Cohen.
I Can See It From Here. Why Not Take a Break?
Finally, Dorothy and her traveling companions come out of the dark forest. The sun is shining, the air is clear, and the field before them is filled with colorful flowers swaying in the wind. When they come over the hill, they see it! The Emerald City! Gleaming on the hill against the bright blue sky. Dorothy…