Category Archives: NOVEMBER 2022

In recent centuries, art and material possessions have become pervasive in human life. Our walls are covered in paintings and photographs that are most frequently depictions of animals, trees, and outdoor scenes. We have figurines of real animals. Our children … Continue reading →

Of the many jewels of wisdom in the Tao Te Ching, and reiterated by wisemen throughout history, we are told that we should keep our mouths closed. If we have nothing important to say, we should refrain from talking. Eckhart … Continue reading →

I was raised during the late 1960s and early 1970s by my compliant mother and militant stepfather. There were consequences, whenever I chose to disobey the rules. I was taught to respect my elders and talking back rendered severe punishment. … Continue reading →

I was unable to write Monday’s blog as I spent much of the day journaling. I needed to process the death of my 28 year old grandson. The grieving of this great loss and the intense emotion and pain that … Continue reading →

When we learn to live in the moment, it is like taking a holiday from the thinking mind. It is taking a moment of leisure, away from the work of worry and the toil of thought. During our holiday, stress … Continue reading →

Here it is November already. I was amused when the manager at my workplace began putting up Halloween decorations in the middle of September; and now Halloween has come and gone. I can now look forward to my favorite holiday … Continue reading →