Category Archives: JANUARY 2022

At long last we have reached the end of the formidable month of January. Not being a fan of winter, I am only too happy to see it go. I release it joyously, knowing that February, the shortest month, will … Continue reading →

The renowned Buddhist monk, Thich Nhat Hanh, died earlier this week. He was known for bringing the practice of mindfulness to the West, after being exiled from Vietnam for his activism for social justice. His teachings and the teachings of … Continue reading →

It has been pointed out that one of the main differences between spirituality and religion, is that religions seeks to talk to God and to be heard; while spirituality is the practice of listening to God. Those who have grown … Continue reading →

I heard something yesterday that immediately made me think of Eckhart Tolle. My new Facebook friend had quoted someone else, whose name I do not know; but it was this: “When you set your alarm for tomorrow, you set it … Continue reading →

Last night I watched a movie that came out in 2001, called Midwives. It was about a lay midwife in rural Vermont who had delivered several babies. She was experienced and devoted to her calling, as well as being well … Continue reading →

The eagle has represented the power of government since early Roman times. The United States adopted the Bald Eagle in 1787, as the country’s emblem, to represent strength and freedom. The eagle has long been a symbol of independence and … Continue reading →

Periodically, I listen to podcasts of talks by Eckhart Tolle. He has influenced me more than any other spiritual teacher that I have come across. He joins Oprah Winfrey in a series of podcasts about his book, A New Earth: … Continue reading →

When I first heard the term permaculture, I mistakenly believed it was merely a more in depth means of gardening sustainably. This is only partially true. Permaculture is a design system that can be applied to every area of your … Continue reading →

Our human ability to move about the planet, taking whatever we wish along with us, has resulted in a world that is severely off balance. Numerous plant, bird, animal, and insect species have been transported to other parts of the … Continue reading →