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The State of Fear

August 26, 2010

“Let go of your attachment to being right, and suddenly your mind is more open. You’re able to benefit from the unique viewpoints of others, without being crippled by your own judgment.” Ralph Marston I had a conversation with a friend today that disturbed me. I found myself tensing up as we talked. I felt [...]

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Unfolding from Hiding

August 5, 2010

From time to time, I’m concerned that I don’t give an accurate account of who I am in these blog posts. I suppose it’s easier to write about the ways in which I have overcome, triumphed, and expanded than it is to write about my shortcomings and struggles. There is a part of me that [...]

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From Ordinary to Extraordinary

July 21, 2010

Have you ever experienced the extraordinary in the ordinary? I have, many times. I had such a moment with my father yesterday. After our return from oncology and lunch, daddy asked if I would be willing to cut his toenails and fingernails. I said of course. He decided we should sit on the porch so [...]

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Tossing and Turning

July 8, 2010

“Think enough and you won’t know anything.” Kenneth Patchen I’m sitting at the bar in Einstein Bros Bagels in Augusta GA drinking a cappuccino breve with an extra shot of espresso. Sounds of air-conditioning, refrigerator, coffee machines, people chattering, and the groove of electronic music overwhelm and dull. I already have a hangover from sleeping [...]

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The Practice of Discipline

July 7, 2010

The Kingfisher dove suddenly from the tall pine. I heard his chatter just before he launched. I looked up to witness the bird tumble toward the water, submerge for a split second, then rise with ease. He plunged with resolve and precision. I had been glancing up at him from my float while he sat [...]

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Seeing with New Eyes

June 30, 2010

“The voyage of discovery lies not in seeking new vistas but in having new eyes.” Proust Perhaps having a new vision requires seeing with new eyes. I was photographing our little pond yesterday and came upon a spider that had built a web across the water. My eyes were attempting to capture the spider and [...]

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Tree of Life

May 18, 2010

I am so very fascinated with this bubble and the reflection therein. I can see the entire universe in that bubble. It contains the tree of life. The Tree of Life symbolizes the relatedness of ALL. Every part of the universe contains every part of the universe, down to the tiniest quark. I contain every [...]

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Acceptance

May 10, 2010

I’m dog tired, but happy. It has been a whirlwind week between the move, Daddy’s health, and learning a new caretaking job. I’m still adjusting but I am as happy as a pig in a poke. Gratitude has been welling up and spilling over for days. Yesterday I spent all afternoon with a dear friend [...]

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Can’t We All Just Get Along?

April 27, 2010

Yesterday I shared a story about a pigeon and a goat who have found a way to coexist. I asked how we humans could stop the bickering and learn to connect. Today, I’d like to share with you some of the ideas that have evolved for me. Your ideas may be quite different, and I [...]

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Crazy Mind

April 15, 2010

Here, in northeast PA, we heat the home with a monster outdoor wood stove. We call it the Beast. It usually works like a charm, but the other day I noticed that the water light was off. It’s very important to keep water running through it. No problem, I just filled it. The next day, [...]

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