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This is an Inca rope bridge (Qeswachaka) above the Apurimac river in Peru. Rope bridges were simple suspension bridges over canyons and gorges (Pongos) that provided access for the Inca Empire. traffic was limited to pedestrians and livestock and were an integral part of the Inca road system …

This bridge is known as the most dangerous bridge in the world. The Hussaini Hanging bridge is only one of many precarious rope bridges in Northern Pakistan. These rickety cable and plank bridges are long and poorly maintained. Planks go missing, and strong winds shake the bridge as you cross it.

OK 1 more. This is how one scales Putucusi, (Peru) it is a hike that brings you up adjacent to Machu Picchu, it is said to be about 5 stories high. One hiker hiked for 4 days over the top of the Andes on the Inca trail to get to this ladder.

PL lesson, Everything that happens to us, is material for Growth.

I lost my cell phone today. Won’t bore you with the details, suffice to say after searching and searching some more, it has not turned up. There are a few more steps to be taken tomorrow, but the long and short of it is that I simply will likely find myself with out a phone. (cell) Didn’t use it much, will I miss it, it will be inconvenient at times. However…interestingly I am not really concerned. whatever happens it will be for the best. I believe that.

Would I cross the bridges I’ve shown you in this blog. If I needed to get to the other side,and that was my option, yes I would. Would you?

Peru – me and you?

Namaste – Oyashikiri

*by mauro gambini,Flickr

**by grace murano (extreme bridges

***Boston.com

**** Machu Picchu (Old Peak) wedding.theknot.com

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konnichi wa, ni hao!

Namaste – Oyashikiri

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October eve

The month of October had so many themed events. The stores were costumes were being sold were crowded almost every day of the week. It is amazing how many people get into the “spirit” of Halloween. We see on the telly streets where people have invested time and money decorating and producing gigantic themed sets around their homes. It is a competition on whether Halloween or the Xmas season brings out the creativity in the “set designers” in the communities.

Who do you want to be? How will you dress up for the party? Do you deviate from your regular look, or do stick pretty much to outfits that compliment your everyday persona? October is a month for adults/grown ups to really “play” at being someone else. I personally find it difficult to be anything other than the person I am. That said, I have many “sides” to my personality, certainly over the years, I’ve had opportunity to live out a number of my “passions” As a Taoist, I do not believe in labels, or limiting myself. I believe that in life we can be and do anything we set our minds to do. If we can’t do something it is because we have not motivated ourselves into wanting to do it. i.e. if you are a smoker, no one can make you stop smoking, it has to be something you yourself want to do, and act accordingly.

I recall in an early part of my life, being with someone who held me responsible for his bad moods or failure to enjoy himself. LOL you are right if you guessed that this person did not remain in my life for very long. It didn’t happen overnight, some times we are deaf, dumb and blind to our own circumstances. It is in living through the challenges we are given that we become more in tune with our own needs and wants.

Beauty is not about visual appearances, but rather in the kindness we show others, the sincerity of our actions, and the gift of appreciation we have for life itself.

Fall is a time of year when the world is full of colour. Let your light shine… be the “star” you are.

PL Precept #1 Life is Art

PL Principle #1 I will live paying careful attention, putting Makoto (sincerity) into all I say and do.

True friendships last forever

a witch is good for you.. =^_^=

and lastly, have

Namaste – Oyashikiri

* found on funguerilla.com

** found retrogasm.tumblr.com

** found on squidoo.com

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Amazing, its going to be a joy filled day

Goedendag, Buen dia, Bonjour everyone! Can you feel the energy and the positive feelings of this new day! So much to be thankful for. LOL I haven’t been up that long, so the happy thoughts and the positive energy is at its peak, raring to get going with the day. It is good to be able to express one’s thought with honesty, So what happens when we wake up with only part of the happy showing maybe the glow is somewhat dim. It does happen. Let us not delude ourselves that every day is a merry one.

This picture shows storms clouds passing over Cromwell, notice the different density and appearance of each one, some are rather menacing, daily challenges can (if seen) can appear to us this way. Clouds do come bringing whatever atmospheric debris they have collected, some will simply sail on by, other’s may linger, but the reality is once they’ve expressed what they needed to, they evaporate and go away.

We need only to batten down and weather the storm. During rain, thunder,lightening and the like, we calmly do just that, we adjust, change our plans, and reschedule events etc., So why is it that we don’t tackle the emotional side of life the same way. PL Precept #1 – Life is Art. When we live in the moment, accepting that it is now that counts, the time flows easily, for living our true feelings and expressing ourselves honestly brings a deep sense of self awareness. Because we focus on the moment and live it when it happens,

Meditation and prayer works for me, we all have a means or method that works for us. The trick is to practice our “personal philosophy” not just give it a place on a shelf, we have to put into practice what know works for us. Not just now and then, or when an emergency moment happens, we need to practice, and hone our spiritual connection daily till there is no doubt in our minds that it is there. Then we always know that we are never alone,the Universe is part of us, therefore a storm cloud is merely a moment in time, it will pass. Be Happy! Smile, feel the joy and double it. Pass it on!

Namaste – Oyashikiri

* Clouds out of Cromwell by 68 Bones on Flickr

** yellow boat by Jamie Walhouse on Flickr

*** blue sky rainbow by icecubephoto – Flickr

**** found on scoop.it

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Welcome Thursday, goedendag

A hermit slept, deep within a cave

so deep was her slumber she slept a decade

when finally she awoke

the moss was thick and the waters ran clear

in the cave she felt protected, she was calm

but blue skies beckoned and birds called

soon,she felt the longing for the sun on her face

and to once more know the joy of all the seasons

winter, spring, summer and fall

with trusting heart she responded to the call

for she knew, and believed, this need, came to her for a reason

Sometimes when we listen to our inner voice……it comes from the heart…… In stepping outside her comfort zone …..she found a new world of sights and sounds..that offered new choices. It is easy to hide, and stay where we feel safe…. but … without new challenges to expand our horizons, there is no “out” or “escape” from our self-imposed mental cage.

http://http://youtu.be/PTX91UTZ9Tc

Life is to be lived. Value your Intuition, if you feel stifled, if current situations in life no longer stimulate and excite your passions, take heed, notice what you are feeling. Happiness is a state of mind that only you can give yourself.

Spiritual maturity requires diligence and Makoto (sincerity)

Namaste – Oyashikiri

* the Caves, Kunkeld Scotland-Pinterest

***The cave waterfall,Parc des Buttes Chaumont, Paris, France (the ultimatephotos.blogspot.com)

*** clutteredgypsy.tumblr.com

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Peace on Earth

Simplicity………. the serenity and calm the photographer of this picture was able to capture , look at how the composition leads us over the water, into a covered shelter, then out again up into the pristine mountains. This morning I imagined the freshness of the air, the cool cleansing water on my feet as I start into the water. Look how clear the water is, it is so pristine. As the light and shadows play across the face of the water, the patterns change and create the sensation of motion and movement over the stillness. Light and shadows have been used to add depth and character to the “still” picture.

Love is like this moment, as humans we often see only the surface, and not the total complete and complex intricacies/features that come together to bring the emotion of love into our lives. Love is about opening our eyes and hearts to the uniqueness in all around us, not just wanting what we know.

Today’s world is overflowing with problems, troubles, strife, and unrest. let’s pray for more understanding of differences, and for the happiness and health of others whether we know them or not. Love is such a powerful emotion/feeling. Pure love does not discriminate, it initiates. Love is not about the flesh it is about the state of being human, and very spiritual.

Believe – walk in faith – you are never on your own

Love is about trust – trust is rooted in honesty – honesty grows from Love. allow love to show in your world today, share a smile, extend a hand, reach out…… you can’t go wrong when you share a HUG …. have a good day everyone! Oyashikiri

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It is our hardships that build stregth

When we have to struggle and work for something, our appreciation is long lasting. Lessons learned through repeated mistakes, trial and error, give us genuine strength.
Learning is a life long process

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on January 29, 2014

Merry Christmas?

Everywhere we go there are decorations, and signs advertising events to celebrate the festive season. Merry Christmas was the standard greeting of the day back when I was a “youngster”. Even though I myself didn’t celebrate “Christmas” I knew what it was supposed to mean. My Mother would take us to church where we would hear about the birth of Jesus and hear the Christmas songs that were being sung. That was pretty much it, in the world away from the Sunday service, it was all about hanging out.music,dancing, & going out. Then there was the formal or family dinner, that no one was really interested in except the parents, I didn’t care for it then anymore than I care for it now.

What I do love and I mean truly have a deep affection for, is the spirit of what the season is supposed to be about. It is my belief that this should be the spirit all year long, not just on a given day or month. Goodwill to all, and Peace on Earth.

Asked why I participate” in the trappings of Xmas. I do so because my family and friends do, it is their tradition. I may not study the bible, or follow the “teacher” they do,but I love them, and respect their way to God. God is our connection, in God we are all ONE. ” Everyone has a different point of view. Let’s enjoy and appreciate the personalities and differences we all have.” (PL Teaching)

We all celebrate the JOY of GOD, we all pray for PEACE on EARTH, if some say it by wishing me a Merry Xmas, then Merry Christmas it is.

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Happy Saturday to you !

I thought I’d sneak this picture in of this delightful car. I saw these cars zipping around everywhere in Japan. No I don’t know what it is, do you? One of my quirks I like “cute” cars.

Our weather today is sunny and balmy, I plan to enjoy the day, what about you. If your day is almost over, I hope you had a good one. If like me it is just starting, have a blast. Create a heart to heart connection with someone, call a friend you haven’t spoken to in awhile, whatever you decide,I”m sure it will be the right one for you.

I believe in YOU.
Blessings …

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on August 17, 2013

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God Resides in Your Prayerful MInd

PL teaching day 13 > God Resides in Your Prayerful Mind. In addition to making heartfelt and continuous effort, Let’s pray to God. He/She will surely respond to your Makoto (sincerity)

Mioyaookami -God> is not a person,male or female. God is the power,source and law of the universe. (In PL we call God, Mioyaookami.)

Just as we know that our bodies must be fed, and renewed by having a good night’s sleep on a regular basis, so must we connect with the “Divine/Universe” in a constant orderly “way”
PL faith grows not only through intellectual understanding but through heartfelt prayer on a daily basis.

” The ultimate Tao is called absolute. We cannot know it directly because it has no definitions, references or names. Our normal minds are incapable of perceiving where there is no contrast. Yet is it precisely this colorless infinity that is the underlying reality to this life.“ Deng Ming-Dao

PL Precept #21 – Live in Perfect Liberty