Without Brushing My Hair The Closer I get to you, Beloved, The more I can see It is just You and I all alone In this World. I hear A knock at my door, Who else could it be, So I rush without brushing My hair. For too Many nights I have begged for Your…
POEMS: “Self-Observation Without Judgment”
Self-Observation Without Judgment Release the harsh and pointed inner voice. it’s just a throwback to the past, and holds no truth about this moment. Let go of self-judgment, the old, learned ways of beating yourself up for each imagined inadequacy. Allow the dialogue within the mind to grow friendlier, and quiet. Shift out of…
Zen Poems: “Sacred walking: A love poem to the Earth” by Tarchin Hearn
“Sacred Walking: a love poem to the earth” Come my friend My dear dear friend Come walk with me a while. My foot, my soul Gently touching your shoulder. Your quivering bird sounds penetrating my being. A coolness of breath through nose and mouth Opening – yes inviting forth my heart To kiss the…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Divine Order” (Espiritualidad de la Palabra Diaria: “Orden Divino”)
Divine Order I experience the infinite power of divine order in all areas of my life. It has been said that coincidence is the Divine choosing to remain anonymous. If I shrug off events as mere coincidence, I miss the opportunity to see the rich spiritual gifts they hold. When I recognize the presence…
INSPIRATIONAL POEMS: “Desiderata Fulfilled” by Trina Graves
Wherever I Am, I remain calm and tranquil.
I Am always at peace in the silence of my heart.
I accept all people just as they are.
My Unconditional Love and Light flows in Oneness.
POEMS: “BRINGING FORTH A WORLD”by Tarchin Hearn (& Short excerpt from book “Walking in Wisdom”)
All perception is a blur
Everything moves, movings within movings
No matter how fast our glimpse,
how fast the shutter speed,
the moment still smears itself across the retina
pretending to be solid through photon limitations.
We live in a blur
Moving senses passing changing messages
LOVE POEMS: “ST. VALENTINE’S DAY” by Edgar Albert Guest
“ST. VALENTINE’S DAY” Let loose the sails of love and let them fill With breezes sweet with tenderness to-day; Scorn not the praises youthful lovers say; Romance is old, but it is lovely still. Not he who shows his love deserves the jeer, But he who speaks not what she longs to hear. There is…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Love” (Espiritualidad de La Palabra Diaria: “Amor”)
Love Divine love expresses in and through me. Love unites us in perfect union with God and one another. Love is our inner quality that sees the good in everyone and in the world around us. Today I choose to focus on the power of love, to see it in myself and in others. With…
MYSTIC POEMS: Vigil of “The Eternal Presence”… by Mystic Meandering
Vigil of “The Eternal Presence”… Beholding the Beauty of the Placeless Place, the Invisible Space of “The Eternal Presence”, prior to the world of form, where You exist before your “self”, before the “you” was born… Enfolded in the Embrace of Existence… Surrendered to The Silence… Immersed in the deep internal River of Stillness……
ZEN STORIES: “Mokusen’s hand”(about generosity, giving & receiving)
MOKUSEN’S HAND Mokusen Hiki was living in a temple in the province of Tamba. One of his adherents complained of the stinginess of his wife. Mokusen visited the adherent’s wife and showed her his clenched fist before her face. “What do you mean by that?” asked the surprised woman. “Suppose my fist were always like…
SPIRITUAL POEMS: “I Am A Channel Of Your Peace” by Trina Graves (Affirming the classics series)
“I Am A Channel Of Your Peace” Affirming The Classics – pure version: Make Me A Channel Of Your Peace by St Francis of Assisi I Am a channel of Your Peace I bring Your Love I bring Your Pardon I bring true Faith in You I Am a channel of Your Peace I…
A quote from Neale Donald Walsch about “our mistakes”
You are a pure child of God, beautiful in your innocence — and that this is true no matter what you may have done. There is no offense you could ever commit that can rob you of your magnificence, or of the wonder of who you are. Who among us hasn’t fallen from the path, betrayed…
A quote from Neale Donald Walsch on “entertainment”
The degree to which people have evolved is instantly revealed through what they call entertainment and ‘fun’. What do you call ‘entertainment’? What do you describe as being ‘fun’? How do you spend your free time? How do you spend your entertainment dollars? How much television do you watch? How many movies do you see? What…
Meditational Poem: “Walking in wisdom” by Tarchin Hearn
“Walking in wisdom” Capricious chance and steady causality two sides of time – the coin of becoming – bursting fresh the universe with a brand new me appreciating, playing music in the boundless hall with notes a-noting.Walking down the path, seeing for the very first time. Continuously born anew. Never repeating Never . ….
INSPIRATIONAL SONGS: “Everything is One Thing” by Shelley Morningsong (4 minutes)
INSPIRATIONAL SONGS: “Everything is One Thing” by Shelley Morningsong Many thanks to Sheila for introducing me to this amazing artist!!! 2016 Native American Artist of the Year!! Grammy Member, ASCAP Member, Shelley Morningsong (N. Cheyenne) has recorded five sensational Native American, Contemporary albums and has emerged as one of New Mexico’s finest Native…
It’s time for gratitude and celebration!!! (Es tiempo de gratitud y celebración !!!)
Today, I am deeply touched by the beautiful people that I have been able to connect with through this blog! I started this blog in May of 2016, at the time I had no idea where this experience would lead to. I just wanted to share a collection of poems, inspirational stories, and material which helped me to remain inspired through the tides of life.
Learning from Nature HAIKU POEMS: “Ocean” (Aprendiendo de la naturaleza: “El océano”)
Photo credit: Ocean sunset (Pinterest) Learning from Nature: “Ocean” Vastness, beauty, depth, Heartbeats through pulsating waves, Teeming with life forms… Likewise, the ocean Flows within us, through our veins Life source for our cells Teaches: Like the smallest drop The vastness of the ocean Has the same essence. …
SPIRITUAL POEMS: “Birthright”
Birthright Despite illness of body or mind, in spite of blinding despair or habitual belief, who you are is whole. Let nothing keep you separate from the truth. The soul, illumined from within, longs to be known for what it is. Undying, untouched by fire or the storms of life, there is a place…
SPIRITUAL POEMS: “The open door”
The Open Door A door opens. Maybe I’ve been standing here shuffling my weight from foot to foot for decades, or maybe I only knocked once. In truth, it doesn’t matter. A door opens and I walk through without a backward glance. This is it, then, one moment of truth in a lifetime of…
A quote from Neale Donald Walsch on “Oneness”
All of life is animated by a single fantastic energy, which is the essence of everything that is — including you. Isn’t that amazing? Now, because this essence is who you are and what you are made of, it can obviously never leave you. Perhaps not so obviously, it can also be wonderfully helpful. It can bring you peace in moments…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Awakening” (Espiritualidad de la Palabra Diaria: ” Despertar”)
Awakening I acknowledge and respect the Divine in all things. Viewing my surroundings, I ask myself, Am I fully aware of the wonders that surround me? I may have fallen asleep to the Truth: All things are possible in the light of God. When I allow the dreamer within me to awaken, everything changes….
Meditational Poems: “Breathing”
( Excerpt From Walking in Wisdom by Tarchin Hearn http://www.greendharmatreasury.orgengaging in the act of breathing.) Breathing is muscular. It’s tactile. We are not meditating on a concept. You are standing with your eyes closed. Smiling and breathing, feeling the natural movements – a living breathing body. Allow it to flow with its own rhythm. Don’t…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Turning point” (Espiritualidad de La Palabra Diaria: “Encrucijada”)
Turning Point In alignment with Spirit, I am guided to where I need to be. When the tide turns in nature, the oceanic flow reverses direction and moves with a new rhythm. During any seeming turbulence or turmoil, I still my thoughts and feel the inner tide of my mind and mood shifting into…
SPIRITUAL POEMS: “Voice for the Universe” by Margaret Jang
Voice for the Universe I communicated to the universe with one initial plea, that it’s my deepest desire to be a clear channel for thee. To bring forth messages from a much higher learning, seeking information for what is most concerning. A voice for the universe, a humble servant to be, being able to…
WISDOM QUOTES FROM BYRON KATIE
WISDOM QUOTES FROM BYRON KATIE: “Life is simple. Everything happens for you, not to you. Everything happens at exactly the right moment, neither too soon nor too late. You don’t have to like it… it’s just easier if you do.” “As long as you think that the cause of your problem is “out…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Begin again” (Espiritualidad de la Palabra Diaria: “Comenzar de nuevo”)
Begin Again I find blessings in every circumstance. Any difficulty I may experience in life is a beginning point for greater growth. As I continue my life’s journey, I may at times stumble as I encounter some of the lessons found on my way. If I experience a disappointment, I lift myself up by…
SPIRITUAL POEMS: “I Am A Channel Of Your Love, Light & Peace” by Trina Graves (Affirming the classics series)
Affirming the classics: “I Am A Channel Of Your Love, Light & Peace” Based on: Make Me A Channel Of Your Peace, by St Francis of Assisi I Am a Channel of Your Peace I Am a Channel of Your Unconditional Love I Am a Channel of Your Forgiveness to All I Bring…
POEMS: “Like The Water” by Wendell Berry
Like The Water Like the water of a deep stream, love is always too much. We did not make it. Though we drink till we burst, we cannot have it all, or want it all. In its abundance it survives our thirst. In the evening we come down to the shore to drink our fill,…
Shamanic series, learning from animals HAIKU POEMS: “Tiger” (Serie chamánica, aprendiendo de los animales: “Tigre”)
Shamanic series, learning from animals: “Tiger” Royal, strong, smart, swift, Aware, adventurous, bold, Agile, patient, brave… Teaches: -Learn to face your fears -Spice your life with adventure (new cultures & flavors) -Take time to be still (and listen) (Also: -Be comfortable and confident in your own skin, -Keep an independent streak,…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Possibilities” (Espiritualidad de La Palabra Diaria: “Posibilidades”)
Possibilities Possibilities abound because I am one with the Divine. When I find myself wondering what my future may hold, am I filled with excitement or uncertainty? Fearful thoughts may cloud my mind and begin to influence my actions in unhealthy ways. I shift my attention to the enduring truth—in every moment I experience…
POEMS: “The Silence” by Wendell Berr
The Silence Though the air is full of singing my head is loud with the labor of words. Though the season is rich with fruit, my tongue hungers for the sweet of speech. Though the beech is golden I cannot stand beside it mute, but must say ‘It is golden,’ while the leaves stir…
POEMS: “The hidden singer” by Wendell Berry
The Hidden Singer The gods are less for their love of praise. Above and below them all is a spirit that needs nothing but its own wholeness, its health and ours. It has made all things by dividing itself. It will be whole again. To its joy we come together — the seer and the…
POEMS: “Enemies” by Wendell Berry
Enemies If you are not to become a monster, you must care what they think. If you care what they think, how will you not hate them, and so become a monster of the opposite kind? From where then is love to come—love for your enemy that is the way of liberty? From forgiveness. Forgiven,…
(Learning from Nature) POEMS: “Limitless”
Limitless
Sun says, “Be your own
illumination.”
POEMS: “Walk slowly”
Walk Slowly It only takes a reminder to breathe, a moment to be still, and just like that, something in me settles, softens, makes space for imperfection. The harsh voice of judgment drops to a whisper and I remember again that life isn’t a relay race; that we will all cross the finish line; that…
(Aquarius/Leo) HAIKU Shamanic Series, Medicine Wheel Totem: “Otter” (Serie chamánica, Tótem de la rueda de medicina: “Nutria”)
(Aquarius /Leo) HAIKU Shamanic Series, Medicine Wheel Totem: Otter Aquarius (North hemisphere: January 20 to February 18) Leo (South Hemisphere: July 22 to August 22) Element: air/ stone: turquoise Haiku Social, inventive, Smart, intuitive, nurturing, Honest, a true friend! Teaches: -Dig deep for the truth -Stay grounded while reaching (for the) stars…
POEMS: “Who you are”
Who you are is so much more than what you do. The essence, shining through the heart, soul, and center, the bare and bold truth of you does not lie in your to-do list.
A quote from Neale Donald Walsch about “the simple things in life”
It is the sweet, simple things of life which are the real ones after all. Laura Ingalls Wilder said that, and she was right. This seems such simple stuff, such simplistic knowledge, yet when we truly embrace it as our living reality, our day-to-day lives begin to change in very important ways. So take a…
POEMS: “Let go of Something”
Let Go of Something Let go of something, somewhere. Use yoga to become aware, to touch what lies beneath the surface of the skin. Is there tension longing for release; a knot of fear so deep and familiar that you believe it’s part of who you are? Ease into dark corners, locked rooms, unexplored hallways….
Learning from nature Haiku poems: “Full moon” (Aprendiendo de la naturaleza poemas Haiku: “Luna llena”)
Full moon Full moon shines at night… Giant mirror of the Sun, Reflecting its light. Teaches: Look up to the great, The masters “Suns” of earth, Reflect their light! …Spreading the light in the dark of the night. Amira Luna llena La luna llena brilla en la…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Sanctuary” (Espiritualidad de la Palabra Diaria: “Santuario”)
Sanctuary My heart is a sanctuary of divine love. Love is an amazing power that comforts and heals, uplifts and transforms. Love has the power to heal the world. When I reach within to touch the power of divine love, I tap in to a source that guides my thoughts, words, and actions. As I…
Poem by Rumi: “Be empty of worrying”
“Be empty of worrying” Be empty of worrying Think of who created thought Why do you stay in prison When the door is so wide open Move outside the tangle of fear thinking Live in silence Flow down and down Into always widening Rings of being. Rumi
This is what I have to say to you
This is what I have to say to you: You know all that you need to know. You already are all that you need to be. It remains only for you to recognize and acknowledge who you are, what you know, and the powerful presence that is awake within you. You think of yourself as…
POEMS: “Stand Still” (in the forest)
Stand Still Stand still. The trees before you and the bushes beside you are not lost. Wherever you are is a place called Here, And you must treat it as a powerful stranger, Must ask permission to know it and be known. The forest breathes. Listen. It answers, I have made this place around you,…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “In the silence” (Espiritualidad de la Palabra Diaria: “En el silencio”)
In the Silence I immerse myself in the loving, comforting awareness of Spirit. Mother Teresa once said, “God is the friend of silence.” I feel my oneness with Spirit when I choose to spend time in the Silence. As I do this regularly, I experience an unmistakable sense of peace. I find clarity in all…
Nature Poems: “Both worlds”
Both worlds Forever busy, it seems, with words, finally I put the pen down and crumple most of the sheets and leave one or two, sometimes a few, for the next morning. Day after day – year after year – it has gone on this way, I rise from the chair, I put on…
Spirituality from Daily Word: “Freedom” (Espiritualidad de la Palabra Diaria: “Libertad”)
Freedom I work and live free in Spirit. Watching children play, I may feel a flash of envy for their seemingly carefree fun. Being an adult comes with responsibilities and limitations. If I examine life from a perspective of spiritual consciousness, I discover a renewed sense of freedom. The work I do is not…
“Basics of eco-friendly cleaning” by Susana @ Holistica2be (re-blogged)
Originally posted on Holistica2be:
One of the easiest and simple ways of living a more eco-friendly life is to choose eco-friendly cleaning products. Ordinary detergents contribute to pollution of water bodies by adding nutrients, toxic and harmful substances to coastal and inland waters (rivers and lagoons). Over time this results in eutrophication and “poisoning”…
“3 simple daily uses of pink Himalayan salt” from Susana @ Holistica2be (re-blogged)
Originally posted on Holistica2be:
Himalayan salt is a pink color salt originated from the mines at Punjab, Pakistan (relatively near Himalayas). It is known for being the purest and complete of all salts and the one with the greatest benefits for our health. 98% of Himalayan salt is composed of sodium chloride (as others…
Take a musical break to uplift your mood: “Mysterious forest” Frederic Chopin (3 minutes)
Take a musical break to uplift your mood: “Mysterious forest” Frederic Chopin (3 minutes)
POEMS: “A Silent Heart” by Kamal (re-blogged)
Originally posted on Boundless Blessings by Kamal:
If a heart is silent It hears faint murmurs From the voiceless voice That calls from the heights Of the gigantic mountains Or serenades like the birds in flight Flying freely to open skies Or fishes that swim with the waves Up and down to their glory Earthy…
Spirituality from Daily Word “Wholeness” (Espiritualidad de La Palabra Diaria: “Salud”)
Wholeness Wholeness is my natural state of being. Whenever I find my thoughts scattered or fragmented, I find refuge within. My heart is already whole, coherent, peaceful, and well. By centering my thoughts and feelings on my established center of wholeness, waves of love and light radiate outward into my mind, my world, and…
