Saturday, April 30, 2011

Preparation

Beloveds, The best preparation for life's tribulations is to always align ourselves with good, to walk with a calm, compassionate heart and to act with a peaceful awareness and a willingness to grow in understanding. Through every storm we must hold the space for a loving cooperative resolution!

Friday, April 29, 2011

Jewel of the Moment

Beloveds, There are so many demands on our time that often we are anticipating what comes next and not fully absorbing the moment we are in. Sometimes it is good to clear our minds and our hearts of all that is before us so that we can embrace simply that moment. Today, slow down and enjoy the beauty around you. Let each moment be special. Offer the gift of your full attention. Discover the jewel of each moment you are in!

Thursday, April 28, 2011

When You Are Ready

Beloveds, In our selfishness, we make mistakes. We hurt others. Then we pretend to forgive ourselves and do good. Sometimes our ego helps us make more mistakes. We repeat the cycle. We live and we learn. At some point when we are ready, we begin to tire of our ego and selfishness. The door to compassion opens. Then we ask for and give true forgiveness. We begin to embrace Spirit and honor the Divine in All. This is the breath of love.

Every moment of every day our Creator is asking, "Are you ready yet?" The door to Compassion is Open. Now walk in-- honoring only the Breath of Love!

Twelve Steps To A Compassionate Life


Beloveds,
Re-known author and philosopher Karen Armstrong in her new book "Twelve Steps To A Compassionate Life" states that
"The principle of compassion lies at the heart of all religions, ethical and spiritual traditions, calling us always to treat all others as we wish to be treated ourselves."

How then do/can we live a compassionate life?

Find out more at www.charterforcompassion.org

Photo by Miguelangelo Colmenares : Karen Armstrong with Melony at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine after a spirited conversation led and hosted by The Very Rev. Dr. James A. Kowalski!

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Use Your Voice

Beloveds, If you were a bird in a land where birds had forgotten their voice would you sing your song? Today sing your song of kindness. Teach others to be kind simply by your good example! When you sing your song of kindness, other Earth Angels will join you and the melody of hope will become known throughout the Uni-Verse!

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Letting Go

Beloveds,
We can hold on to our clutter or false pride and sit on the sidelines of life. Or, re-membering joy, we can let go and allow the gift of Divine Spirit to live within our hearts!

Affirmation"Today I let go of all the clutter in my mind. I open my heart to share and receive only love. Through Eternal Divine Spirit, love becomes the essence of my beautiful life!"

Monday, April 25, 2011

Personal Transformation

Beloveds, Never under estimate the power of love. Love that is pure, sincere and asks for nothing is an agent of personal transformation. Love is the greatest healer, motivator, negotiator, peacemaker and power of the Uni-Verse! Love is the living song our Creator sings. How do you live the song of love?

Sunday, April 24, 2011

Beloveds,

Honor all who came in love and ascended in love. Honor your Mother, the Earth and let your hearts become nurturing gardens of peace. Do this for the future of all children, and loving sentient beings. Let there be no more senseless killing or talk of petty wars. There is no need for destruction. Put down your weapons, tend the soil and build bridges of tolerance, understanding and compassion. Open your hearts and embrace humility. Honor your parents and your children. Love your neighbors. Sing with birds in the rain. Dance in the Sun with butterflies. Swim in the ocean with the dolphins. Sit under a wisdom tree and share your hope with your children. Live joyfully in peace!

These are the words from the Son/Sun,MotherFatherCreator! Live Them!

Saturday, April 23, 2011

Me Without You

Beloveds, One day a majestic butterfly came upon a dying caterpillar in a cocoon. Re-membering her own metamorphosis she greeted him joyfully and said " Look at me! Don't be afraid. Now I know, there is no me without you!" But the caterpillar didn't understand. He cried because he thought only of all he was losing and didn't yet know the majesty of who he was about to become! Sometime we too must let go and allow Divine Majesty into our lives. "There is no me without you!" said the majestic butterfly as she continued on her journey of love!

Friday, April 22, 2011

Balance & Beauty

Beloveds, When we are feeling the weight of the world with all our frailties and imperfections; we have only to re-member Love. Love gives us the glimmering moon, stars and planets so that we may imagine the vastness of the Uni-Verse and experience light even in darkness. And then, so that we may honor our Mother Earth-Heart, and all her creations, we are given the kiss of the rising Sun to nurture us with hope and re-birth each new day. This is the balance and beauty of Love!

Thursday, April 21, 2011

First, Show Up!

Beloveds, We often think we have a good reason to second guess our hearts but the beauty in life comes when we choose to show up, and be fully present in the moment. Today honor yourself, offer your best and enjoy the beautiful fruit that Our Creator has planned for you. The Uni-verse is singing--this is your life. Offer your best! You must show up and be present to receive your blessings!

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Become the Light

Beloveds, Even on rainy days you can share the sunshine with your smile! And in times of darkness, your faith and hope become the light! Today re-member, it is always good to smile often and share your hope through positive actions!

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Purpose

Beloveds,
We will blossom with springtime joy as we breathe deeply and walk with loving thoughts and peaceful actions. May we awaken within us the seeds of cooperation with a willingness to meet our individual and collective obligations with new energy and a strong sense of our Divine Purpose. Today in celebration of Spring, walk purposefully with care. Blossom in Cooperation!

Monday, April 18, 2011

A Gentle Courageous YOU!

Beloveds, Today have courage. Listen gently even in disagreement, and respond gently with consideration. Awaken in peace knowing you are blessed by Our Creator. Extend your hand and your heart with awareness. Be gentle and firm in love. Allow for differences. Be a gentle courageous you. Keep compassion in the forefront as you lovingly share and negotiate the day!

Sunday, April 17, 2011

Spring Inspirations

Beloveds, Tend to your personal garden. Clear your heart of minutia or petty disappointment. Let go of old wounds through forgiveness. Dance with the rhythm of divine respect for one another. Care more. Spring is here. Allow the blossoming buds of your heart to become flowers of care, compassion and humility! Grow your garden with love and share your flowers with joy!

Saturday, April 16, 2011

Awakenining in Majesty

Beloveds, When we awaken in the calmness and majesty of God, we are able to see, feel and share a loving light. It is then through the light of love that we each become way-showers and beacons of hope! Today feel the calm, be gentle, and the majesty of Divine Spirit will fill you with the light of love.

Friday, April 15, 2011

Keeping the Promise

Beloveds, The only thing complicated about love is when we forget our promise to God and don't show up. Today be fully present and show up willing to share and receive love! Today, live the promise. Show up for love and your heart will become a vessel of grace and compassion!

Thursday, April 14, 2011

Amazing You

Beloveds,
Everyday our Creator says to us "Amazing, incredible you--yes you! There is nothing that can not be resolved through love. Be patience, you are ever- growing and love resides in you. You are deserving of beauty and peace. Enjoy nature. Listen to the birds sing. Admire and tend your gardens. For all that troubles you, ask for a solution and live in peace. Amazing, incredible you- Be the love that brings the peace!"

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

This Day

Blessed Creator of All,

Thank you for this day-
for I have awakened filled
with your grace.

That in itself is a
reason for joy!

I ask that you guide me
so that my every word
and action is a reflection
of your goodness.

I ask for your forgiveness
if I falter.

I ask for your love so that
I have the strength and courage
to extend love in the face of greed
so that I serve only You
in every sentient being.

Today your light and love
pour through me and show me
the purpose of my life.

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Good Actions

Beloveds,

Today honor yourself
and those around you
with kind actions.

Say thank you.
Listen carefully,
without judgment.

Offer more assistance
if it is needed
and you are able.

Bring forth your
compassionate self
and know that your
good actions do make
a difference on this planet!

Monday, April 11, 2011

Don't Forget

Beloveds,

There may be no tomorrow
but we do have today.

Embrace this moment,
in this time and place.

With love, allow your heart
to open and make some new space.

Smile at stranger,
call an old friend.

Don't forget,
in life we must
all learn to bend.

Today live like you
dreamed you would.

Love like you know you should!

Sunday, April 10, 2011

Beyond Doubt

Beloveds,

Our Creator's love for us
is beyond reason,
and beyond doubt.

Throughout the universe
there are galaxies of love,
planets of compassion
and stars of hope.

When we learn to simply plant
and nurture the seeds of love,
then we too begin to grow
and live beyond doubt.

Beyond doubt is the loving
Heart of Our Creator calling
on us to believe only in the
power of goodness;

asking us to care for our Earth
as we embrace the harvest
of miracles and peace that
comes only through love!

Saturday, April 9, 2011

In Confusion

Beloveds,

Rise up not with anger
but in loving patience.

With all the confusion,
-- the big fights
and the "me first" shoves,
we must be the peace.

Breathe deeply.

Step aside or back gently,
with humble dignity.

Go within and pray
for divine guidance.

In confusion, be the calm
heart of reason that listens
and acts with compassion.

Breathe deeply and focus
only on a loving,
peaceful outcome.

Friday, April 8, 2011

Free Will

Beloveds,

Our Creator has given us free will
but too many of us have decided
to impose our will on others.

We compete with each other
and destroy all that is in our path.

Humility and goodness have
become signs of weakness.

Our world will only grow and thrive
through our willingness to compromise.

We must have some humility
and work to restore goodness.

Today, let's simply want and offer
to others the good we want for ourselves.
Honor the loving presence
of Our Creator in All!

Thursday, April 7, 2011

Assigning Blame

Beloveds,

When someone offers you
their trust
and seeks your counsel,
regarding a difficult situation,
try not to say
" I think it was your fault".

They may have been honestly
seeking understanding.

They may have come to you
looking for support so they
could be a better person.

Once we assign blame,
communications often break down
and it becomes harder to
create a win, win resolution.


Today, try to truly listen
with compassion.

Be a builder of bridges,
not a breaker of hearts
!

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Being Strategic

Beloveds,

Life often calls for us
to be strategic.

There are many paths
but all lead back to
the compassionate heart.

Today be strategic,
embrace your forgotten understanding.

Open up to divine wisdom and grace.

Take time to live this moment
with profound humility.

When you take a wrong turn,
stop, breathe; and
with your heart open-- Be Strategic.

Re-think your route.

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Patience

Beloveds,

In each of us is a seed
of divine beginnings.

When we have patience and
compassion for ourselves,
the seed grows and blossoms
into a heart of understanding.

With understanding we learn
to have patience,tolerance
and compassion for others.

Today,nurture you,
be patience with yourself,
and your heart will show you
how to graciously nurture
and be patience with others
in the world!

Monday, April 4, 2011

Live Your Vision

Beloveds,
Rain or shine,
each day when we awaken,
it's a gift to be alive.

Each day has new possibility
when we decide to walk with
faith, hope and integrity.

Open your eyes, your hands,
and your heart.

Today with joy put some
pep in your step.

Say thank you for each miracle.
Even the miracles that haven't come yet!

Sunday, April 3, 2011

Embracing Fortitude

Beloveds,

There is no feebleness
or cowardice in love.

Love by definition
has virtue and valor.

Love gives us the courage
and stamina to move through
every difficult period by
remembering and honoring God's Grace.

Those who boldly love our sentient
Earth family become
the Earth's peacemakers.

For their good efforts,
they are rewarded by Divine Spirit
with eternal fortitude
and given a compassionate heart!

Saturday, April 2, 2011

Living Through Chaos

Beloveds,

There is no doubt about it.---

Chaos is rampant in our world.

But there is more beauty
in love than chaos.

We must hold on to the beauty
and embrace the hope and faith
in our hearts.

Throughout time we have created
cycles of chaos through our greed
and selfishness.

Change then, is probable.

As you choose your change,
please remember that hope and faith
are the eternal signposts
of the beauty we can experience
as beings of love!

Friday, April 1, 2011

When People Are Unkind

Beloveds,

There are days when people
will be unkind
and say hurtful things.

Fear rules their hearts.

Love them anyway.

Be your best.

Just believe in yourself
and know that for your
good deeds and thoughts,
you are given joy and peace of mind.

You have the strength and courage
to live this day in Grace.

Listen carefully for your
every kindness will become
part of the melody in the
Universal song of love.

Today live joyfully
in kindness and sing
the Divine Song of Love!