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Monthly Archives: July 2014
Departures: Spirit of Light
This is the time of year, at least here in the Deep South of the United States of America, in North America, we are easy to take lots and lots of sunlight for granted. We even complain about it. It … Continue reading
Departures: Waking Up
Every morning my alarm goes off at 4:30. Well, it’s not really my alarm, it’s my husband’s. But it’s on my side of the bed. And it doesn’t wake him up, it wakes me. And then I wake him. Repeatedly. … Continue reading
Departures: Fire Practice
What you will need for this practice: A small piece of paper something to write with a match a small bowl or pan Take a moment to get yourself quiet and centered. Let your body settle into a calm and … Continue reading
Departures: Time to Breathe
There have been weeks when I have restricted myself from bingeing on social media. During those weeks I realized how much there was to do – and how much I couldn’t think of to do. With all of the time … Continue reading
Departures: Miraculous
A few days ago, I saw a rainbow. Probably the most vibrant rainbow that I have personally ever witnessed (the image doesn’t do it justice). Not a particularly unusual occurrence, but what made this sighting noteworthy is that it appeared … Continue reading
Departures: Courage
In an interview just before her death, poet and wise woman, Maya Angelou said that she wanted young men and women to know that courage was the most important of the virtues because without it, one could not practice or … Continue reading
Departures: Working it out
“Then the Buddha addressed all the monks once more, and these were the very last words he spoke: “Behold, O monks, this is my last advice to you. All component things in the world are changeable. They are not lasting. … Continue reading