“We are not human beings on a spiritual journey, we are spirituals beings on a human journey.” ~Native American saying
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My Favorite Childhood Games
Image via WikipediaA couple nights ago, I enjoyed a visit with my youngest g’daughter. At 4 1/2, she is at the stage where her constant refrain is, “Want to play with me?” I was tired and in pain but whether I wanted to or not, I didn’t dare disappoint her. So, I dutifully accepted my assigned role as “Toad,” (For the uninitiated “Toad” is a character from the land of Mario Brothers.) while she is “Toadette.” We laugh and play and before I know it, the pain has eased and I feel relaxed and contented. As I sat there, I thought back to those days long ago when I was young and carefree and the games that I loved to play. These are some of my all-time favorite games that I loved to play and things that I loved to do:
- Jacks
- Tether Ball
- Volleyball
- Hopscotch
- Swinging (the higher the better), and
- Blowing Bubbles
Back then, computers were unheard of by most people and a child’s needs were simpler. We spent our “playtime” outside instead of inside in front of a television or computer. Mario’s brother was likely the kid down the block, and not a game, and toads were a type of frog. We were physically active and relished the daylight hours, especially the seemingly long summer days. The only reasons to go inside involved potty breaks, food and drink. What about you? What were your childhood favorites? How did you spend those hot summer days?
Blessings,
Just This Moment
Hours ago I was relishing the beautiful day here in the Texas Hill Country. The melodic chorus of wind chimes and birds, roosters crowing, dogs barking and the distant sound of children playing fill the air. For once, I was in the moment, right there and no where else. Listening, feeling, sensing the world around me. Why, I wondered, is this not a common occurrence? Simple, because I, and I am certain that I am not alone, spend inordinate amount of time ruminating about the past or wondering about the future. Our thoughts of the past are replete with “whys.” Why did I do this? Why did I say that? Why? Why? Why? The future is no different. When this happens, I will ________ (fill in the blank)? What if this? What if that? All of these musings take us away from what is right in front of us–this very moment. As I typed this sentence, countless precious moments have passed by like the rush of the wind, irretrievable and lost forever. So whatever you are doing and wherever you may be, just stop, and smell the roses. Remember, as Babatunde Olatunji reminds us, “yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. And today? Today is a gift. That’s why we call it the present.” Live it. Don’t let it pass you by. Blessings.
Quote Tuesday
I cannot claim to have unearthed this beautiful quote. It came to me by way of an intent on the website Intent.com. http://www.intent.com/ For those of you not familiar with the website,
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“Intent is a community where members can share their dreams and aspirations, and receive support from others. This is your online destination for turning your intention into tangible action, and inspiring others to do the same.” http://www.intent.com/about-intentcom.
It is an on-line refuge for anyone wishing to share their thoughts, dreams and aspirations in a positive, supportive and caring environment. The site also offers the opportunity to lend support and encouragement to others as they travel on their own journey. I find that the old adage, “it is better to give than to receive” to be true in this instance. For me, by supporting another’s intention, I am increasing his or her’s chances that their intention will be realized. Furthermore, in doing so, I am acknowledging our oneness with the other.
Among its many definitions, “support” is defined as to “give moral or psychological support, aid, or courage.” http://goo.gl/3zyJ8 Intent.com offers such support and more. Don’t take my word for it, see for yourself. http://www.intent.com/
Image via WikipediaDo not go for glass beads leaving the mine of diamonds.This life is a great chance. What seekest thou the pleasures of the world? He is the fountain of all bliss. See for the highest,aim at that highest, and you shall reach the highest.
-Swami Vivekananda
Blessings.
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