Faith is something that is very personal. Believe and your faith will stand the test of time.
Let Go
Embrace the changing seasons
Go with the flow, Allow the light of God/TAO to be your guide
With every season, comes new life, new challenges and adventure
Embrace it all, Freedom comes in Letting Go.
Blessings everyone, have a wonderful day.
Could I travel back in time… I can close my eyes and imagine standing outside this temple gate when it was still new on the earth. How big was the original foot print, would the daily activities of the monks have been so public to tourists and strangers. Japan is a land of history and that history contains many temples. There was an activity in the part of the temple that I would really have loved to explore, alas, it was not to be. To get to this temple, my friends took me through a restored and maintained part of “old Japan”
Yes, I’m back in Canada, but a part of me is still in Japan.
The doorway beckons, there is more for me to explore and discover. If you missed it last time, this is one of the things that I am really missing, the great abundance of good food.
I’m sure there are great Japanese restaurants here in Canada, but they are few where I live. My version of what I’d like is no where close to what is available in the many many restaurants in Japan.
I was so busy living the moment and taking in all the sights and sounds, that my camera was dormant in my purse. Eat, take a picture, the eating won out. =^_^= Choices, we all have to make them, they are a constant in our lives. We are still preparing for winter here, Husband has scheduled the car for the changing over to winter tires, and the car tune up, we are thinking of getting our flu shots, and on it goes,
Like fireworks dazzling across the night time sky, I send out loving blessings to each and everyone of you.
Have a great Tuesday!
Some days require more attention to one’s personal needs..
We find ourselves dealing with emotions that are not always wanting expression. Suddenly they are in your face so there is no escape.
Life is full of accumulations of small moments. Each moment has full impact, if you are living in the moment.
Does it seem that everyone you meet or interact with just adds to your gloom. Meet your day, head to head. Make it your own. You are the author, the writer,the artist, YOU decide how you want to “play”
Could it be that events and people in your life don’t seem to be “real” Are you “out of step” or are they in a different “play”
Your life is your own, your very own work of art……. Life is Art. you get to decide if you cut corners, if you do, it is your life you will affect, you decide whether you live in shades of gray, or whether your world will be full of colour. We can’t always control events that happen in our lives, but it is our decision, how we react, and assimilate the energy around us.
It may take some doing, but with determination, quiet meditation, you can find balance in your day. One must know unhappiness/sadness to appreciate and treasure the happy moments.
I found my creativity in SL yesterday, the virtual world this month is full of haunted places to visit. By end of day the colour was back … I was relaxed.
Blessings -Today and Always MAKE TODAY YOUR DAY!
photos- SL -by Q
avatar makeups – Style by Kira, hair, Vanity Hair, Pixivor black > sarouel pants by [Bubble} > top by Ruxy >shoes,Dakota
url for DarkDhama Haunted Manor http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Benten/80/216/29
How often do we think there are not enough hours in a a day…
How often do we think, if only I had done . xyz….. the outcome would have been different….
If only, this had happened,then blah blah blah.. life is not wrapped up in a neat little bow
The wrapping paper is not always pretty, and the ribbon can be frayed, but, when we pray, when prayer is a daily activity in our lives Our lives take on a very different “flavour”, our wrapping takes on a pleasing and uniquely personal “style”
Prayer, faith and devotion are at the core of living in harmony with “Nature”
FYI – Willie Nelson wrote a book with Turk Pipkin. The Tao of Willie – a guide to the happiness in your heart.. On the back cover “Some would call it happiness, but I like to think that what I found is me. that sounds simple enough, but the truth i, it took quite a while to do it….
If only, belongs in the past, it is past tense, live each moment like it is your first (cuz it is)…. and SMILE, S M I L E, S M I L E
Love and Blessings… today, and always
Choose to be loving, positive and affirmative.
Allow yourself to feel and express spontaneously the love of God that dwells within you
Life is interesting, we are always encountering unknown or new situations.
Don’t be afraid of failure, proactively challenge each new situation. Give complete awareness to “Divine” direction.
Realize the perfection that is within you, give expression to it as faith, hope,wisdom and understanding. Know that God is directing you, healing and enriching your life in a myriad of ways.
Claim your freedom by knowing that through God’s spirit within you, you will have the strength and wisdom to live a life where you can proactively meet each new situation with confidence.
Practice being spiritually aware.
In our travels yesterday we discovered this pumpkin farm, It was unexpected and a delight to explore. Let your unique SELF shine through. Bring colour into your world, enjoy the diversity and challenges life throws our way,Allow your Creativity to radiate the potential that is on stand-by, waiting to be utilized, expresss yourself. LIFE IS ART…
AND have one of your best days ever. humming “love is in the air” =^_^= GOOD MORNING everyone!
photos – local colour -Q
The basic building block of human relationships is greeting one another. Be the first to greet others cheerfully. A cheerful outlook can be such a “positive” to those around you.
This “otterly” delightful “Tiny” is Muttley, she never failed to bring smiles to those who shared time with her or in her sphere. I tried to find the picture I have of her with a big smile plastered on her face. Couldn’t, but.. did find this one.
Although I have not seen Muttley for awhile now, I will never forget her because of the personality she shared with me whenever we met. She always made me smile. That is a special quality.
In PL, we believe that a positive outlook, can influence the mood of people around you and keep things upbeat.
“My philosophy is that not only are you responsible for your life, but doing the best at this moment puts you in the best place for the next moment” Oprah Winfrey
photo – outside library Kemptville – Christianne M
A friend sent me this picture and I returned the smile from ear to ear. Smiling is contagious.
First i would like to give you some information re. Autism that I have for those of you who venture into SL.
If you key in the world autism in the search window, you will be given a number of choices.
Autism Society of American and GBFA Commumity Center and Mall is a favourite.
Autism Support
Autism Society
Second Life Autism Network
The list goes on. I apologize that sometimes I take for granted the wealth of information and places to visit in SL.
Where I personally do not deal with autism in my life, I have friends that do. I’ve learned that where a child/individual who has difficulties in daily interactions in RL, shines and demonstrates amazing creativity with the tools SL offers.
To the other question about the various churches in SL, there are far too many to list. Again, once in SL, use the search window, type in the church, philosophy, teachings you are looking for and you will be directed to the various destinations.
For example, you can attend Buddhist Dharma teachings at the Buddha Center. This can be a busy place, they have traffic in the 1000s from all over the world at any given time.
Please dress accordingly.
Today I was visiting the Buddhist Temple in Aosagi, Japan. This sim is themed as a region of Japan in the Edo period (1603-1868 AD). It is designed to support a number of cultural, educational and roleplay groups for the benefit of all. The owning group is Kurogawa Cho. a wonderful way to revisit history and learn about how life was in the late 17th century.
This region is set in sengoku period of the late 17th century of feudal Japan.
Please remember that SL is International, often you will encounter people who are from a different country and culture, some do not speak English, on this sim (community) the main language is Japanese.
Wherever you go, who ever you visit with, remember today’s teaching (PL teaching) People Grow by Being Praised and Applauded by Others.
When people recognize your accomplishments and celebrate with you. What happens?, we become more enthusiastic ourselves and want to do better.
Success is achieved by working in Harmony with others.
Applaud someone in your circle today, SMILE, the world is ours when we SMILE and live the PL Way.
Blessings all…. arms open wide to embrace you, my heart is singing ” I L O V E Y O U” love is in the air, reach out and grab your share.
Ari thank you for the wonderful picture!
PL. teaching. Live Each Day With Excitement > Challenge everything with enthusiasm. You will be rewarded with joy and encounter happy occurrences.
PL is a non denominational church, Did you know that? To embody the PL teachings, you do not have to go up into the mountains for hours of meditation, nor fast for many days. Oshieoyasama gives us simple practical and useful ways to learn to live the PL Way.. (You can learn more by contacting one of our ministers today, or myself for contact information in the country you are in) Our website is in the right sidebar.
Life is Art, is the foundation of our faith. Your life is your very own unique work of art. If you cut corners or miss important details, you will not be able to live up to our fullest potential.
Everyone wishes to be happy and lead happy lives. Your environment and the things that happen in front of you are all materials for your self expression. In PL we are taught that with God’s blessings we will be able to freely express ourselves using these materials.
There is only one you.an individual, so unique and special, YOU are the artist. Together, let us live this day with excitement and enthusiasm.
B L E S S I N G S for a God filled day..
Love and Light
photo-landscape SL,Second Life, >Q
What gives you an instant smile?
What when you see it makes you feel all warm and fuzzy?
Could be lots of things..
One of my “smiles” are sheep/goats..
I’m not alone, I see sheep pictures, curios, soft toys in all the shops.
Sheep, in person, when you visit them on a farm, may look soft and cuddly, but if their coats are full
and they are out in the pasture, its ah… not so inviting to throw your arms around them for a snuggle.. LOL nor will they necessarily let you.
A Felter, I have tried to clean raw fleece.. what a chore that was. I loved the activity though, the thought that I was doing what pioneer women did, clean, dry, and the prepare the fleece through the different stages to either felt or knit/crochet with. I only made it so far, I stumbled and stalled when i got to the spinning wheel phase. My wheel sits waiting for me to gather the patience to sit and try again. Still when i look over and see my spinning wheel, I smile.. it reminds me of happy moments when I was knee-deep in organic fibers .. the other project that I will leave to others is the dying of the fleece. In the living room I have a showcase full to brimming of all the different colours I could find. My stash is another “smile” in my life.
Smiles come in all shapes and sizes and they originate from a happiness inside. a person who is always pleasant and cheerful, can spread their joy wherever they go.
Just imagine the thrill and happiness this athlete is experiencing. A “smile” he /she will remember for an eternity.
Always remember to smile. Seeing a resident of Raglan Shire (Zoolie), makes me smile. photo taken by Q avatar is a Loco Poco kangaroo … You smiling?
Did you know – Sheep people (Chinese Astrology) are thought to be sensitive, talented and extremely creative, elegant and charming. They get along with almost everyone, they are peace loving, ardent and easygoing.
How often have you thought of something you’d like to do that is different from anything you’ve done before? Or, it could be as simple as break from the regular routine of taking the same way home every night, shopping in the same stores, hanging out with the same circle of friends and doing the same things each time you do.
One group of friends got together every second week to have dinner, after dinner they would pop across to the shopping area and browse awhile before having a night cap and then going home. This one week, a friend had her cousin visiting and asked if she could bring her along, What they discovered was that having that one extra person join them, changed the dynamics of their conversations during the meal, and which stores they visit after the meal. Why, because the “guest” brought a different view point to their discussions, and when they shopped preferred to browse in stores they seldom entered.
By the time they got to sit and have their night cap, they found they were each and everyone of them feeling “re-energized”. Their night out had been one of discovery and fun, they’d explored different topics, and seen other dimensions in their friends, as well as having made a new one.
If you are timid in life, you will never be able to break free and start something new. Believe in yourself, take chances now and then, Life opens up, if you Let Go, and venture out of the “comfort zone”
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on November 4, 2013