Make today a “give back day”. we can live our daily lives owing to our ancestors, our elders and the work of our predecessors. Above all, kindness for others is the best way to give back.
Perfect Liberty 2023.11
Ancestors’ Day -the 11th of each month. Through this ceremony we express our gratitude for the love and virtues of our ancestors and ask for their protection and guidance so we can continue to live the PL Way.
Service will be at 10:a.m. est.
Here I sit day after day, helping people make their way through another day.
Does anyone ever see me, can anyone relate to what it is to be ignored in every way.
Did you know that once I was a seed, and then I grew into a full grown tree.
Oh, I felt so free, my limbs reached to the sky.
In spring I would grow these beautiful leaves that would stay with me all through summer and most of the fall.
I had a multitude of visitors that would come to take shelter of just sit a spell, and share the day with me
All the changed for me, when one day someone noticed how strong and tall I was…
I felt so proud, I preened and spread my arms even wider.
To my shock and dismay, I was cut to the ground, my beautiful bark was ripped from my body and I was laid bare.
Oh this is a beauty I heard it exclaimed, then to my horror I was passed through a mechanical monster who cut me into pieces.
I was shipped with others who had met my fate into a large open space where we lay stripped of our dignity and actually ignored
What was my future to be, I heard the talk, in the yard I was in, I could become part of a floor, a wall, I was no longer a tree, I had become an object to be used.
Then one day, I was shipped off to an area that was filled with tall trees and vegetation .. I was back in the woods where I could hear and see the birds and animals who used to visit with me, I was so happy….
Here I was cut up again, so parts of me lay in one place and another further down the way, I was going to be part of a walkway that cut across an expanse of land called a bog.
I was going to be useful again, I was going to be able to feel the wind, and all the wonderful elements of nature again.
I soon realized that it wasn’t like being a tree where I stood tall reaching for the heavens, where people would gaze at me in wonder at my strength and beauty and take shelter under my many limbs when the sun got too hot, or if the rains were too unrelenting.
No, I was a convenience, and many never even glanced at me or my beautiful markings.. some even took pleasure in trying to disfigure me.
I’ve grown old, you can see the tired lines in my face. If you look even closer, you will see the acceptance of my fate.
Thank you for listening to my story, if even one of you looks kindly on one of my peers, then my life has not been in vain.
Should you come visit, I hope to still be around, I may have a couple of seasons left in me.. who knows.. life is what it is after all, I have lived a good life, .. and look I got to share some time with you today, so its a good day!
*as told to Q on a hot summer day...
Enjoy what happens. People who can enjoy anything happening to them receive wisdom for the next step. Try to work on things without being overly concerned.
Perfect Liberty 2023.10
Perception is Important. Take immediate action once you suddenly perceive. You might discover something important in what you perceive.
Perfect Liberty 2023.9
Finally an early morning with a bit of a chill in the air. Yay it is only 52 F with a high later of in the early to mid 70s what a nice relief from the extreme heat of the past week!
Have a good day everyone!
This morning’s picture by Ian Mitchell 9.22
“Thank you” again and again. It feels great if someone tells you “Thank you”. even many times. By repeating this, become a person who comes up with the words “thank you” naturally.
Perfect Liberty 2023.8
I started my day today with a song that gets me up and dancing.. Maybe it will put a happy step to your day. https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=KUOG89AxIIE
Get up and enjoy the day .. dancing is good for you. Be Happy!
Oyashikiri
Marie Claude is on the road – here she is sharing a doorway from Sicily. Sharing the thrill of the door hunt is a wonderful way to share your adventure with friends back home. Thanks MC.!! Ottawa is in the throes of a super wacky heat wave, Environment Canada is sending out bulletins regularly on how to cope during this monster intense heat period. Seeing sunshine and shadows from another place and time, is refreshing… especially when we can be arm chair travelers.
PL Precept # 15 All is a mirror
Give importance to listening, looking, thinking, doing and speaking. Look and listen carefully before making a judgement. Assumptions and hasty conclusions can lead to misunderstandings.
Perfect Liberty 2023.7
Stay hydrated – drink lots of water.. I’ll take a lot of ice in mine .. please… we are heading for the mid 80’s again today.
For more doors .. please visit Dan’s No Facilities site.. https://nofacilities.com/2023/09/07/more-trip-pix/
PL Precept #18 each moment is a turning point.
Make Happiness with willingness. People who life to make an effort can enjoy anything. Those who spare no effort for anything and anyone know the joy of making art. Make an effort with willingness.
Perfect Liberty 2023.6
Oyashikiri
photo. Shirley Keen,NZ.
Are you caught in an in-between world. Do you find that you are often thinking of what was, or wondering what happened to?
Do you find yourself watching movies or made for television series that have you lost in another person’s world/fantasy.?
Are there moments when you feel the weight of the world on your shoulders.?
Don’t give up! Keep at it until you accomplish what you’ve started. The key to achieving something is to stick to it. If you are able to continue something from start to finish, you will be sure to accomplish it no matter how difficult the task is.
Perfect Liberty 2014.5
Oyashikiri
digital photography SL Second Life, (Linden Labs) Q
Its a lazy day, hot and hazy. Weather warnings began showing up before 5 a.m. It is going to be a scorcher.
Work well with everyone regardless of t heir age or position. The opinions of those who are younger may lead to new solutions, and we can always learn from the accumulated experiences of our elders
Perfect Liberty 2020.4
Acts of respect and courtesy are reflections of how much we value others.
Oyashikiri
Stay safe everyone, you are valued, appreciated… always
Now is always the start of something new
Is there anything I can help with? Enjoy a feeling of happiness to contribute to those around you. It will give you confidence that you have something you can do for others.
Perfect Liberty 2023.3
Oyashikiri
photo, Shirley Keen, NZ
Be Big Hearted. In fact, what you are concerned about might be something you don’t need to be concerned about. Interact with people without worrying too much.
Perfect Liberty 2023.2
When doing something, choose to do it with joy and enthusiasm.
Oyashikiri
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