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Life is a process of evolving from our

comfortable, steady, safe state – when our

Souls awake full of the desire for freshness,

new air to breathe, a better vantage point,

a more prominent placement; and before

we know it; we are shedding the dry and

brittle skin of our current inhabitance,

preparing to swap it all for the moist

and fragrant wrapping of more appropriate

existence, as we open ourselves up to the

newness – knowing full well that this

is our destiny - to advance is sublime,

to refuse is to deteriorate.

 

Let us grab hold of the day, this day,

and shake the very life out of it.

 

THE PROSPECT OF NEWNESS

Let us open ourselves up to the prospect

of newness, waiting there right around

the corner for us to arrive when days

no longer follow a predestined pattern,

but must be explored, tried on for size,

given a whirl.

 

It is precisely these moments when

we are most alive and aware with our

autopilot disengaged – our insight

and inspiration sparking dormant

creative urges, our Souls reconnecting

with more authentic intentions.

 

As we are given the opportunity

to shed the skin of our prior life,

let us embrace the transformation,

opening our hearts and minds

with joy and positive expectation,

ready to be empowered, to grow again,

encountering ourselves once more –

refreshed, fully alive, and awakened.

AT G. 9.8.2015

 

WITH LOVE, G.

IN COLOR - NOTE ON ENLIGHTENMENT INSPIRED BY THE FINDING GOD ON THE TRAIN STORY - QUEST FOR A POSITIVE, PERSONAL, AND CONTEMPLATIVE SPIRITUALITY

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IN COLOR

Often, it is as if we see the world

in black and white, unaware

of the possibility of seeing in color,

and in this black and white world

we exist, living our lives, although

quite sure of something missing,

we cannot pinpoint what it is.

 

When we are awake, in and

with God, the color returns,

first in flashes and splashes,

later in vibrant moments,

and finally, the light of love

colorizes our total perception,

all of  it: we, it, they are alive

in light and wonderful color.

 

Then, only then do we understand

the true potential of existence;

then, and only then, do we know

Divine life, which is the very

radiance and colors of love,  

of full compassionate human,

being; of perfect life alive. 

NOE G. 10.3.2015

 

WITH LOVE, G.

A FORMING ORDER - AFFIRMATIVE THOUGHT INSPIRED BY THE FINDING GOD ON THE TRAIN STORY - QUEST FOR A POSITIVE, PERSONAL, AND CONTEMPLATIVE SPIRITUALITY

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A FORMING ORDER 

All the bits and pieces now strewn

across our lives, in time will find

their place, fulfill their purpose;

but for now, they must be patiently

and gracefully given room to settle

in, refine and adapt, to discover

their appropriate niche.

 

Let us follow suit, rolling with the

pats and punches, pliable and

malleable, stretching our arms

around the gentle mayhem –

all inclusive, comfortable with

the diverse views and perspectives.

 

As we do, know, within even this

seeming chaos exists a forming order,

setting the stage for a more essential

and commanding purposefulness –

a life more adequate than now imagined,

a destiny that serves us and all who

care to benefit – an effort of grace

and human will intertwined!

AT G. 6.29.2015 

 

WITH LOVE, G. 

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Horror, whether real or fictional, seems to surround us,

attracting our attention by its scope and intensity in the

news, or turned into entertainment; especially prominent

and graphics in the electronic games that occupy our time - 

as our chitchat focuses on the pleasure of  watching shows

featuring hardened criminals, homicidal maniacs, brutal

warriors, and a host of the living dead.

 

The note featured below opens with an instruction

to turn away from the horror. I do believe that in order

for us to evolve, on a personal basis or as the custodians

of existence on this planet, we must find the wherewithal

to refuse to participate in the perpetuation or promotion

of our existing culture of horror: replacing it instead with

one of wholeness, clarity, beauty, loving-kindness, and

sincerity.

 

TO ENGAGE

Turn away from the horror, the disappointments,

the pains of existence – move, instead, towards

the wholeness, the pure completeness of a life

capable and inspired.  Know you, and you alone,

hold the key to clear, unencumbered existence –

fresh life – forming, reforming, being a being

of wonder, a beam of pure transparent light –

know you carry the essence of all existence

within – so release the stumbling blocks and

reach, fully extended, to grasp, to engage what

waits before you – find the frame of reference,

hold it in consciousness, become the incubator

for clarity, sincerity, purposefulness, passionate

existence – open to be, to receive, to become,

and to engage fully in your destiny. 

NOE G. 9.1.2015

 

WITH LOVE, G.

 

OUR BOND - AFFIRMATIVE THOUGHT INSPIRED BY THE FINDING GOD ON THE TRAIN STORY - QUEST FOR A POSITIVE, PERSONAL, AND CONTEMPLATIVE SPIRITUALITY

 

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resolute (adj) – admirably purposeful,

determined, unwavering. The thesaurus

adds – single-minded, steadfast, stalwart,

persistent, tenacious, strong-willed.

 

There is often so much about our modern

world that suggests ethical flexibility may

actually, be a virtue rather than a misstep.

The cutting of corners often seems prudent,

especially given that  “others” are most

certainly engaged in similar actions.

Yet, to be authentic, my guidance reminds

to be resolute in regards to the truth -

our truth, our vision of the way the world

should be approached and manifested.

 

OUR BOND 

Standing tall before adversity is the quality

of leaders and heroes; refusing to back

down or shift course when either approach

might be considered tenable; tests our

tenacity displays our resolve, focuses our

will.

 

Today, if life requires our rubber stamp,

let’s take ample time to survey the alternatives,

responding after careful reflection, under-

standing the quick decision often bounces

back to create havoc for the stamper.

 

As we proceed, let’s be fully aware of the

weight and significance of our vote, our

agreement, our support, our decision,

our course of action – accepting that our

endorsement carries with it our conviction,

our word, our truth, our conscience in

action, in short, our bond not lightly given. 

AT G. 5.20.2015

 

WITH LOVE, G.

GLORIOUS UNFOLDING - AFFIRMATIVE THOUGHT INSPIRED BY THE FINDING GOD ON THE TRAIN STORY - QUEST FOR A POSITIVE, PERSONAL, AND CONTEMPLATIVE SPIRITUALITY

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PERSONAL AND CONTEMPLATIVE SPIRITUALITY

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GLORIOUS UNFOLDING

The moments of our lives cascade,

then arrive like the pounding surf,

each separate but equal, always

full and robust, beckoning for our

purposeful attention, reminding us

of where our focus belongs - here,

now, present.

 

Let us take firm hold of this being,

turning away, politely, from what

was, or speculating on what might

be, and instead: plunge; dive; Soul

first into the foaming pleasure

of this living.  

 

Our life, this life – needs, requires our

full participation; no half effort will

accomplish the sincere involvement

warranted; rather, let us take this

moment, and each following moment,

head-on, thirsty for its magic, its

glorious unfolding.

AT G.  6.8.2015  

 

WITH LOVE, G.