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Friday’s List of Blessings

Quote of the day: “Time is eternity living dangerously.” —John O’Donohue Today I’m counting my blessings of the week, which were many. I started the week in a funk (again!) and with the help of friends and meditation and lots of time outdoors I am feeling totally blessed, perfectly supported by the Source, and full of gratitude for my life. Linking up with Liv Lane’s Little Bliss List again today—thanks again Liv for inspiring counting my blessings regularly. Here’s my bliss list for the week: We traveled to the Kansas City area for a visit with our daughter, son-in-law, and Read more…

By Marilyn, ago

Tripping over joy

Quote of the day: Tripping over Joy What is the difference Between your experience of Existence And that of a saint? The saint knows That the spiritual path Is a sublime chess game with God And that the Beloved Has just made such a Fantastic Move that the saint is now continually Tripping over Joy And bursting out in Laughter And saying, “I Surrender!” Whereas, my dear, I’m afraid you still think You have a thousand serious moves. Hafiz Researchers tell us that we humans aren’t very good at predicting what makes us happy. We think that more money, a Read more…

By Marilyn, ago

Relishing bright spring days

Quote of the day:  “May the raindrops fall lightly on your brow. May the soft winds freshen your spirit. May the sunshine brighten your heart. May the burdens of the day rest lightly upon you, and may God enfold you in the mantle of His love.” —Irish Blessing I’ve spent a good part of yesterday and today outside photographing spring flowers while feeling soft winds, gentle sunshine, and a peaceful mind. It is good to revel in the beauty of springtime and enjoy nature as it wakes up. I wish you gentle raindrops to nourish you, soft winds to blow in Read more…

By Marilyn, ago

Cultivating a soft heart

Quote of the day: “Have a strong mind and soft heart.” —Anthony J. D’Angelo During a lovely weekend with my daughter, her husband, and our two grandkids, ages 5 and 3, my heart was feeling full and soft.  We had so much fun visiting with our daughter and her husband and playing with the grandkids. I think it’s easy to have a soft heart around kids, especially your own grandkids. But it can be challenging to maintain that soft heart when we return to our daily lives and all of the worries and cares return. As we were heading home to Read more…

By Marilyn, ago

What really matters?

Quote of the day: “In the end only kindness matters” —Jewel I’m in a contemplative mood today and I’ve been thinking about what really matters. And I’ve come to the conclusion that I have no idea what really matters. There is so much that we don’t really understand. Mysteries abound. Paradox perplexes. Purpose is oftentimes highly overrated. All I know is what is true for me today, this moment. Family matters to me. Kindness matters. Love. Courage. Honesty. Friendship. Beauty. Connection. Joy. Nature. Spirit. Peace. Grace. Presence. Making photographs. All of these matter. What matters to you today?  

By Marilyn, ago