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Thank you for posting. Mary Oliver speaks to me, as does Pat Schneider in the Patience of Ordinary Things in your Poetry section. Very grateful for this site and for all of you who lovingly contribute your thoughts, inspirations, questions and images.
Through prayer and meditation , I make contact with God. Listening for guidance . Allowing the veils to drop. Acceptance of what is. Opening my eyes and ears to all that’s around me. Giving thanks for all. Sharing my surplus with others. Remembering to breathe in fresh air and walk among the trees.
My true self filled with the love, creativity and passion I was born with. How I honor that is sharing seeds of love and gratitude with others. Making time with God and praying for others. I’ve been stifled at almost every turn in my life, although, God has always come through to save me from total annihilation. It’s must daily task to remember and BELIEVE.
My friend and sponsor Lorraine.
What am I willing to let go of? – Things. Shoes. Coats. Clothing. Dishes. Framed works of art. Anything not being used. Am I willing to let go of …. ‘The need to know’ – this is a difficult one. I’ve been struggling with a cold for 6 days! I want to feel well. Return to work. And yet, as I sit here after my morning meditation, God says ‘stay home’. I’m struggling with acceptance of another day home. Perhaps this means for now. For no...
What am I willing to let go of? – Things. Shoes. Coats. Clothing. Dishes. Framed works of art. Anything not being used. Am I willing to let go of …. ‘The need to know’ – this is a difficult one. I’ve been struggling with a cold for 6 days! I want to feel well. Return to work. And yet, as I sit here after my morning meditation, God says ‘stay home’. I’m struggling with acceptance of another day home. Perhaps this means for now. For now I can accept that I will remain here and check in later as to whether or not I am granted permission to move forward.
The birth of my daughter. Playing in the surf and sand at the Outer Banks with no interruptions..just the sound of the ocean, the wind in our hair, a pail and spade, my husband laughing while flying his 2-handled kite. My son’s smile.
The parts that didn’t know what was inappropriate behavior and abuse as I sat in a class room being abused. The small child whom I’ve just discovered who lives within that I’ve ignored for at least 50 years. My inability to be kind to myself. My inability to respond perfectly to others when hurt and afraid. My perfectionistic attempts to do everything right and be responsible to the point of physical detriment. I’m learning…. learning to love myself and not belie...
The parts that didn’t know what was inappropriate behavior and abuse as I sat in a class room being abused. The small child whom I’ve just discovered who lives within that I’ve ignored for at least 50 years. My inability to be kind to myself. My inability to respond perfectly to others when hurt and afraid. My perfectionistic attempts to do everything right and be responsible to the point of physical detriment. I’m learning…. learning to love myself and not believe this is selfish. (A great question and very timely for me. Thank you.)
Pray for them. Hold them in my heart and send them light and love. Be gentle with them. Be compassionate. If there’s more that I can do, God will reveal it and move me to do so.
Mornings. Quiet time with God. Meditation. Spiritual readings. Meditative walking. The quietness of the morning before the sun rises and when I hear the birds begin talking about the birdseed I put out in the feeder since last night. The sound of my waterfall. The very kind word for the day that comes from Gratefulness.org My husband’s smile. Warm water in the shower. Cup of coffee with cinnamon, honey and a splash of cream.These are a few of the everyday happening I most cherish.
I begin with prayer. I remind myself that God is in charge of ALL people, places and things. When I catch myself drifting into those dark places where no one wants to go – fear, depression, I remember all of the miracles that have happened in my life. I BELIEVE God will get me and us through these dark times again. One breath, one day, one hour, one minute at a time. Dwell in Love – for this is where God is and God’s love is in ALL living beings and creatures. Peace to all. ...
I begin with prayer. I remind myself that God is in charge of ALL people, places and things. When I catch myself drifting into those dark places where no one wants to go – fear, depression, I remember all of the miracles that have happened in my life. I BELIEVE God will get me and us through these dark times again. One breath, one day, one hour, one minute at a time. Dwell in Love – for this is where God is and God’s love is in ALL living beings and creatures. Peace to all. Amen.
Keep the lights off when not needed. Recycle all that can be. Pray for its healing and the consciousness of those who determine emissions and plan building projects that they take into consideration the necessity of green space for gardens and animals, oxygen and trees. Plant a tree.
By smiling.
Creative ways. With a call and a song. Creating a card especially for someone. With a poem. Creating a collage with them in mind. Selecting a specific stone, seashell or pine cone as a ‘thinking of you’. Letting others know that I love them.
Doreen -it’s a process – a journey of self-discovery for me – it feels so foreign, yet right at the same time. Thank you for sharing and stating this so simply. Sending prayers for you as you continue to the journey. ~ Anita
Cora – I love the description of ‘sour’ – this is very helpful to me as I have been sick for too long, a relationship soured and I’ve grieved – it’s still difficult to let go and accept this is it right now. Thank you for your word ‘sour’. Anita
pkr – my prayers join yours that guidance will be clear and courage to move in the direction where the Divine is leading you. Anita
Antoinette .. thank you for your holiday wishes. Wishing you and yours a blessed holiday as well.
Ed – I like the way you say my first life. I’ve had many lives. And yes, I’m beginning to forgive the mistakes I’ve made in each one. First, I began with my parents, now, I’m moving to myself, by the time I reach my mid-sixties, I may have forgiven enough to let go of all. Thank you for sharing. ~ Anita
Ah Kevin, I too felt your initial response – of at the moment…. then, I tuned in instead of outward and captured the flicker of God within, and a smile and peace washed over me for the moment. I really appreciate your reflections. Peace to you this day of another beginning.
Very true Christina. Acts of love our endless. Have a blessed day!
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