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Oyashikiri
my camera for those interested is a Panasonic Lumix DMC ZS100
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Being cheerful
December arrives, and the excitement starts to build
The airwaves are full of happy songs anticipating the festive holidays
As children it didn’t matter what or where the holiday originated
not really, it was that everyone seemed so happy, and time was made
for decorating, planning and having friends and family over.
It centered around an evergreen tree, if you were lucky enough to have
one fresh from the farm or farmer’s market, the smell of the freshly cut
tree would permeate the house.
In school, we were told about what Christmas meant to our classmates
and how, the spirit of goodwill to all, was the lesson we should be learning
Mostly we were from different backgrounds, and the teacher would do
his/her best to show us how in respecting each other’s differences
we could all enjoy this wonderful holiday together. Learn from each other
and share in the giving of “loving one another” and working towards
“peace on earth”
We were encouraged to make something special for those we cared about
it was a time where we made time to find something to give our
closest friends and parents something from the “heart”
It wasn’t about the cost, but about showing how that person brought
happiness into our lives by sharing their lives with ours.
Xmas cards were so much fun to make or pick out, each with a message
that was specific to that friend or parent.
There was an innocence, a joy, it felt good to say Merry Christmas.. to one and all
Not for religious reasons, but because it was being respectful, and caring.
Like saying, “have a great day and life” Almost always it brought a smile for a response.
Yes, the world is changing, and Yes there are now many more cultures that have come together
under one umbrella. The month of December is the one time that should be Universal in maintaining
the spirit of Christmas.. (Xmas)….. we are all ONE… we all love, hurt, endure,and live one day at a time.
We want health, happiness and longevity for ourselves and our loved ones. no matter who we are….
let us celebrate this holiday, with the mantra of “goodwill to all”
allow the cheerfulness of the season, to bring glad tidings to all…..
Love makes all things possible
God is love
Namaste – Oyashikiri
PL Precept 11 Always be with God
PL Precept # 3 God appears through one’s self.
PL Precept 15 All is a mirror.
simplify
living on the beach man
oh that’s where I wanna be
hmmm the sun, the surf
and fishing, that is something else
I could have fresh fish everyday
prawns and simple fare
oh man but does that sound so fab
sunny days with clear blue skies
even scuba diving and water adventures
I’ve never done before…
that said, my reality is simple
while I would like ro explore for a week or so
a place totally different from my own
I’m a proud Canadian who loves being home
We have four glorious seasons
each one giving us different reasons
to go out and explore the great Canadian experience
I do love to travel
but more and more, I want to be home
where life is simple, and its my own’
The holiday season is fast approaching
the lights, the cool invigorating frosty air
wood fire crackling in the fireplace, home baking
and evergreens everywhere
AND AND AND
now it is pumpkin season,
there are so many different squashes
and fall vegetables everywhere
LOL and it can be spooky and fun
you never know what you will see while being out and about
there are just too many creative people out there
so, yes, I love love reading about David’s* travels
and his photography showing us all
where he has been, delights and teases me
David I watch for your reads
now lets eat..
Smile everyone,
It’s Friday!
Namaste – Oyashikiri
*David photographer,blogger -A wandering memory- WordPress
*DIY Heidi Rew (Parties for Pennies)
Healing begins within
A single flower amid lush greenery – this picture always gives a moment of reflection and feel good feeling. I see the fragile petals against the more rigid leaves of the evergreen. The tinged pink blush along the petals gives the flower a delicate look and though it is a soft velvety smooth petal, the flower itself gives an overall message of strength. “Look at me, I’m here” “Come enjoy me, bend closer smell my fragrance” To the bees and insects it calls out, “join me, share in my life” Nature is a work of art, and it co-exists with the world around it. Why is it, that the human species finds it so difficult to achieve this same “Oneness” with the “Universe”
Acts of respect and courtesy are reflections on how we value others. Healing begins within our “selves” When we feel love and positive energy within, it is an energy that reflects out to the world around us. It is no secret, the energy of healing begins with us. Our willingness to change, may or may not benefit others, but we become healed. We become capable of love. Today I will work on a change of heart. I will let go of negative thoughts and replace them with the healing energy of love
Blessings –Oyashikiri
photography by mk
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