because we can’t see the ground under the ice, does that mean it isn’t there
with the ivory cover being missing, will the piano still play
will the sun ever shine again..
How authentic are we….
Life is what it is… I learned a long time ago…. even side by side looking out at the same view, no two people will ever have the same experience or see the same thing. But I learned in my lifetime, that in being true to myself, my journey is blessed… how about you?
In the silence – garden spirits (nature)keep watch…
Just because you close your eyes, the day does not disappear,,, as much as you want to believe that night won’t follow day…. or day turn to night – life is what it IS no more… no less.
Acts of respect and courtesy are reflections of how much we value others. Make it a point to be the first to greet your family, people at work and around the neighborhood. (PL2014.14)
Everywhere there is a door, are you tempted to go in? With the reflective mood of the last while, I wandered down the memory lanes this morning, and picked buildings with a similar appeal. Each building has a different purpose, or has been standing for sometime. Each tells a story. None are mine. Will I find what I am looking for? Who knows. But then.. am I even looking… or am I simply remembering when time was….
Today we begin a new month. Happy August 1st. the 1st of each month in PL is celebrated as a day of Peace.
Spread your love beyond your borders, out to the entire world. Our world is overflowing with problems. Let’s pray not only for those around us, but for the happiness and peace of the entire world. (PL 2014.1.)
Today August 1 st. is also PL Founder’s Day Service. Services will be at 10 a.m. and 7 pm.
Oyashikiri
Being Thursday for more doors please visit Dan’s No Facilities site..https://nofacilities.com/2024/08/01/isu-memorial-union/ Dan is teller of stories, an author, you can find info on his books on his site as well.(Dan Antion)
Doorways, entrances, there is always a certain intrigue ..sometimes more obvious than others. Even at night, we are drawn to buildings because of an entrance/doorway. Some can be very deceiving, impressive and exciting on the outside, but uninviting once inside. Other doors or functional, strong and commanding, while inside there is calm and serenity.
Today I have combined the Thursday Door challenge that I participate in, and pictures of two of the Perfect Liberty churches. the streamline one on the left, is the PL Church in Hawaii, the bottom right is the Ottawa church, standing in front of the main entrance are, Rev Hiroki Matsuki and his wife, Yoshiko.
Reminder today is Ancestors Day, there will be a 10 a.m ceremony, if unable to attend, please take a moment for a short prayer mid morning if you can.
Today’s quote
Give thanks to your ancestors and to your parents. You exist today thanks to your ancestors and parents. Express your appreciation by devoting yourself for the sake of others and society. (PL 2015.11)
Note* In today’s prayers, make time to remember “All” who have touched your life in some way, been there for you, travelled some of your journey. Some may have been strangers, you met and never saw again, but the meeting left a lasting impression. Could be a voice at the other end of line, who when you needed kindness, was there for you. Gratitude and Appreciation are gifts we not only extend to others, but benefit our own lives.
Oyashikiri
Today being Thursday, as always if you want more doors, please visit Dan’s No Facilities site and enjoy the trip around the world enjoying the doors shared by other door bloggers. https://nofacilities.com/2024/04/11/alumni-doors/
Photos.Rev. Goto, except last one taken in Ottawa by yours truly when new ministers arrived.
Be sincere and honest toward the people and situations you encounter. Your expression comes to life through your interactions with people and situations. Strive to put your whole heart into having good relationships with those around you.
Welcome, come in, sit … make yourself comfortable… when the words and the visual you are presented with don’t quite “gel”….
“Can I get your something? We like to make sure our “client/customers” are happy with the service we are providing.” I know I’m not alone in finding that in today’s world what the advertisements and promotional photos say and what you actually end up with,.. are no where even near what you expected.
It is interesting because it is difficult. In order to overcome difficulties in your life, you need to think hard and be creative. That is why life is always interesting. (PL 2016.12)
PL Precept # 7 Everything exists in relativity,
PL Precept # 18 Each moment is a turning point
Take time to not only see the obvious, when what is being proposed/suggested leaves you with a “sense” something isn’t what it seems, trust your instinct.
Experience the joy of being kind to others. The joy of expressing kindness to others is much greater than when someone does something kind for you. Always strive to be a person who can be kind to others.
The rain these past days, has washed away much of the snow. Somehow I doubt that we will be spared a visit from the snow queen who will make up for her delay with gust and enthusiasm to paint the landscapes white again. The critters have been very busy storing what they are gathering …a lot of take out. Given a choice on the menu, the favourite has been the peanuts in their shells. the shelled peanuts are left in favour of the ones in a shell.. a big Thank You to my neigbour that left me an almost full bag of the black sunflower seeds, they LOVE those.
Images from Egypt taken recently, my niece, nephew and family are visiting, it was nice to see some history … I see a little sliver of blue sky! What a great experience for the great nieces.
Pl Precept # 1 Life is Art
Cherish this moment, this time, this day. People keep growing as time goes on., Cherish your self-expressions
Perfect Liberty 2023.30
Oyashikiri
Top picture is Pub 101 in Ottawa, Ontario, (in the Byward Market)
I wanted to put a little santa hat on him, but he wasn’t having anything to do with that idea. Still .. he is my emissary today.. I’m off to feed he and his fellow woodland friends their holiday breakfast. Much joy and happiness in all you do today. Make lots of memories!
Smiles are the world’s Treasure. Do everything with a Prayerful Mind.
TAOIST Life is Art (Perfect Liberty precept #1)
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--- there are two energies, Yin and Yang = ONE
---to have balance we must live each moment
of our lives.. with Makoto (sincerity)
The only constant in life is change. I am grounded in the reality of Living.
This is true, in all worlds. RL or virtual. I am me and only me.
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