JOYFUL JOYFUL WE ADORE THEE

  there are people in the world that only know joy they can only smile and bring joy for that is their nature they are also recognized for their incredible self-effacing humility this is one of them; Charlie I have had the privilege of meeting him and I wrote about him back in May when … Continue reading JOYFUL JOYFUL WE ADORE THEE

In Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is here!  A time to overindulge and to meet with old friends and family. You know; a time to stress out and relive those embarrassing moments that your family reminds you of!!  But, really. It is a mixed bag for most of us. And, sometimes, what comes to the table is self consciousness and … Continue reading In Thanksgiving

ENOUGH

Have you had enough yet? It's not necessarily what is happening to you or around you that is bothering you. It is your interpretation of what is happening that leads you to believe you are undeserving and have to pay your dues - more dues -  in this seemingly never-ending cycle of proving your self … Continue reading ENOUGH

One Breath

Take a moment and just sit and listen to the waves coming in, going out. Let it match your own breath. Coming in, going out. Just that.  Sit until you find stillness and calm again. Don't be so frantic, what does it resolve? Instead, reset your mind on calm and abide in That. You are … Continue reading One Breath

FULLNESS

My heart is full now. I have read about this. I have taught this. I have contemplated the Sanskrit word for this; purnah. I have worked hard to remove the obstacles to the awareness of this. Fullness. Full heart. And then, it arose. It was just there. A fullness that I have never before known. As … Continue reading FULLNESS

A Wish for You

May the tempest of thoughts be quieted now and may you find a deep and lasting peace. May you see the signs of hope and find the courage to take on the challenges you face with joyful expectation. May you know your self-worth and how precious you are. May you find love. May you make … Continue reading A Wish for You

Transformation and Friendship

This little waterfall is a sanctuary in a corner of a friend's property where mountain runoff was transformed into a peaceful sanctuary.  During a visit, I was walking around a corner of their land, when I found this sweet place and was astonished.  Created by someone who works for them, Charly transformed a muddy old … Continue reading Transformation and Friendship

BLOOMING

  Just for this moment, let go and completely accept where you are, as you are. Just now. In this moment. Let go of the expectation that someone else need change for you to find peace. Just for this moment, let go of all the preferences -letting your arms gently drop to your side, sigh. … Continue reading BLOOMING

I STILL HAVE A DREAM

Peace is not only still possible, it is our only hope. There are many spiritual warriors among us from all directions and from all places. They are well known and they are hidden. They are women and they are men. They come from all religions and no religion. What they have is a vision of … Continue reading I STILL HAVE A DREAM