Thoughts

"We are what we think. All that we are arises with our thoughts. With our thoughts we make our world." 

- Buddha

Wonder beyond words

“To be alive in this beautiful, self-organizing universe -- to participate in the dance of life with senses to perceive it, lungs that breathe it, organs that draw nourishment from it -- is a wonder beyond words.” ― Joanna Macy

Sanctuary

"Remember, the entrance door to the sanctuary is inside you." 

~Rumi

Follow the heart

“Let yourself be silently drawn by the strange pull of what you really love. It will not lead you astray.”

~ Rumi

Walk into the fear

"Fear is a natural reaction to moving closer to the truth."
Pema Chödrön

Fuck that shit :)

In my own way

The only thing stopping me is myself

Moonlit Reflections

She sits in a darkened room, in the moonlight, trying to unlock the mysterious energies 

surrounding her, felt but unseen

in her own time, she sinks into a simple but comfortable bed to slumber in endless bliss

awakened by the sunbeams of dawn dancing in the atmosphere

through the window

warming the room once filled with the cool chill of night

specks of dust sparkle

some as old as the stars

others as new as the morning dew

the wonder of the outside world awaits 

with all of her life and creatures

created by the powerful Mystery

she works her own magic by assisting nature in nourishing her

there is no time for walls 

or constructs devoid of life and joy

the time in this physical dimension is but a brief flash in time

a time so vast and wise 

a tiny mind cannot comprehend

the days and nights pass

the seasons ever change

persistent and predictable cycles 

swim in the chaos that surrounds them 

everything is constantly changing

some things quicker than others

but everything ceases to be what it once was

in the confusion my small mind weeps

only because it cannot see the larger picture

or understand the greater significance

fabricated distractions

provide endless challenge

turning a world once beautiful 

to a lesser version of itself

most storms bring nourishment 

the shining sun more brilliant afterwards 

against the backdrop of the swirling darkness

colorful prisms of light

illuminate the colorless expanse

blessings in the darkest places

unseen by our eyes, unfelt by our hearts

will the darkness overcome?

joy, sorrow, happiness, suffering, death and birth

so powerful, and yet seemingly insignificant

in the unfolding of the unexplainable

where do I go from here?

Zen dog ;)

Lessons my adopted shelter dog (Midnight) has taught me that are also great lessons in life:

 If we don't express what we need, we can't assume others to know

 Patience and understanding are necessary

 Kindness is the best way to earn trust

 Trust must be earned

 Unconditional love is the best kind of love

 Running in the morning is a good thing

 Our bodies are full of endless energy

 We all experience pain, suffering and abuse

 We have an amazing ability to heal

 We have an amazing ability to adapt

Sometimes it is in our best interest to let go of the past

 It is important to have a job to do, especially one we enjoy

 Being bored can cause one to get into trouble

 It is important to keep the mind and body active

 Fears can be overcome

 Old habits can be broken
Mistakes help us learn

 We all need a little guidance in order to do our best

 Live in the moment

Life is an adventure

Having fun is one of the greatest things for the body, mind and soul

Words have limitations

“You are what you do, not what you say you'll do.” 

~C.G. Jung