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Good Morning everyone… 7.6.13

How is your day so far? This week I got to sit down and actually read an article that I had put aside to read when I wouldn’t be disturbed. I wanted to read about the elderly in Okinawa Japan. It seems that the villagers in a sleepy northern part of Okinawa, appear to live longer, and healthier. There is even a song that says that 50 and 60 year olds are babies, and people in their 70 and 80’s are adults. It is only after turning into your 90’s that you begin to bloom. In the Ogimi village, (pop 3308) they claim to having the highest longevity record in the world. A super elder is someone over 100 =^_^=

The longest centenarian study (36 years) has involved Dr. Makoto Suzuki who is the principal researcher behind the Okinawa Centenarian Study. In 1994 he was joined by Drs. Craig and Bradley Willcox (Calgary born). Their findings have been published and thanks in part to Oprah Winfrey, it became a bit of a bestseller.

How the World’s Longest Lived People Achieve Everlasting Health – and How you can too (2001). The study was funded by the Japan Ministry of Health. they looked at the total health of the “seniors” – physical, mental and spiritual. Dr Suzuki explained that part of the good spiritual health came from the island way of thinking called nankuru naisa, meaning don’t worry, be happy.. note.. these people lived through relentless bombardments during the war and years of poverty in the aftermath. In PL, every day is a new day, a new beginning, the 21 Principles help us achieve an Artistic Life.

Another factor in the islander’s longevity, is waking each day with Ikigai (a reason to get out of bed) In PL, we do our best to live each moment to the fullest, PL Precept #18 – Each Moment is a Turning Point …………. PL # 14 Peace is everything

Let’s not forget, diet and exercise. How food is cooked is as relevant as the foods themselves. Having purpose in all we do ( life ) is so important The philosophy and concept of what I was reading smacked of how as a Taoist I try to live everyday, and as a practitioner of PL (Perfect Liberty) I am encouraged and supported in my daily devotions to live in a manner that will promote world peace. Grand thinking, no not really, if we, each and every one of us, practice living with love in our hearts and continue to reach out and pray for others and peace, one by one our loving hearts will link, through Shingei (sharing our PL faith with others) the loving energy of world peace will grow.

When we look beyond ourselves, towards world Peace, our lives will be more fulfilling. We will have joy in self expression, living our lives to the fullest, will give us longevity. Happiness is such a wonderful state of BEing. Blessings all!

The article that so inspired this piece was written by Annarosa Sabbadini ( published in Doctor”s Review March 2013 )

virtual art from SL (Second Life)

Happiness is a state of mind – BE happy everyone….

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Act With Enthusiasm

PL teaching day 28 > If you put your whole heart into whatever you do, you will be able to appreciate any task at hand. Take initiative in tackling your work or tasks. Act with Enthusiasm.

Vitality in nature – All nature is a song – have you ever spent time in a garden? Everywhere you look, there is some dynamic event in progress. In our garden it is an ever changing vista. Birds fly in and out, they bathe at the water feature, they search for tidbits of treats left behind by the squirrels that travel the highways (hydro and phone lines) that criss-cross between the properties. Insects scurry back and forth along their well worn paths under the vegetation. Gardens are a hive of activity. One day the flower buds are lifting their little faces to the sun, and it seems like the next day, the branches are heavy with tantalizing fruit. The smells of moist earth is strangely stirring, and the fact that no matter how well tended the garden is, there is constant entropy and disorder.

Yet…. all is as it should be, each and every part of the garden is living as it should. There is a natural rhythm in nature, we let it happen, Variety IS vitality. Each and everyone of us, has our own rhythm/song. It is up to each of us to sing as we feel moved by the over-all song of life. Harmonize with it …sing in counterpoint….descend into strange modes, chant, “go with the flow”

PL teaches us to pray in order to have good self expression. We need to strive to express ourselves joyfully, cheerfully and beautifully.

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It is Wednesday – Happy day everyone!

This song has been playing over and over in my head, even though I now have the CD, I at this time have not been able to figure out how to insert the actual song into this blog. I will persevere. The song is sung in Portuguese in the church, I have given you here the English translation. Com Quem Contar (Ana Maria Miranda Coelho Rios) in English…… Who to Trust The melody is happy and upbeat Always has me smiling!

I was unhappy

Not knowing what to live for,

I knew not how to smile.

Life just wasn’t worthwhile

Not knowing what I could do

Not knowing who to trust.

I sought. I sought …………At last I found …………. (.Oshieoya-sama, Oshieoya-sama (Andei, andei ….E encontrie ….Oshieoya-sama, Oshieoya-sama ) Chorus 2X

Now I know

Realizing what life is for

I always live with a smile

Life is no longer a trial

I now know who to trust

Oshieoya-sama.

I sought, I sought…………….At last I found ………….Oshieoya-sama, Oshieoya-sama (repeated 2x)

From the Church of Perfect Liberty Song Book

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Let’s Be Simple and Straight-Forward With Our Expressions

PL teaching, day 26 > Let’s Be Simple and Straight-Forward With Our Expressions > If you hold your feelings in, you will always be filled with worry. Always make effort to express yourself freely so you can live with a clear state of mind.

PL is a “living religion” that provides meaning for the hear and now on a daily basis. In PL, we live enjoying each moment in the here and now. Pl exists to supports its members fully in gaining a greater understanding of our existence as human beings in this very physical world. It helps us to improve our life on a daily basis. If you are searching for a spiritual path, with more relevance to your present daily life, we welcome you. You will find contact information on our websites. (see links in sidebar)

PL Church is a “spiritual home away from home” a place to find your “Inner Self”

…………. Life revolves. We cannot go back 1 minute, or one day. Engage life and maintain your pace.………

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Look for Ways to Make Others as Well as Yourself Happy

PL teaching day 24 > Look for Ways to make Others as Well as Yourself Happy > It isn’t enough to do things just to make yourself happy. Let’s always think of outcomes that make not only you, but others around you happy as well. <> Look for Ways to Make Others as Well as Yourself Happy.

Personally I have found that when I am happy, truly happy, I find the world and all around me to be very balanced and my encounters with others amicable. I have learned over the years that the only changes I can make, are to myself and my own actions. When I am at peace, my energy cultivates a more serene environment.

Perfect Liberty teaches that we are all born with our one of a kind personality and Makoto (individuality and a unique character) When you are able to express yourself to the fullest from moment to moment, believing in God, without losing sight of your God given individuality (Makoto) you will be able to experience the true joy of living. When we can express ourselves fully, we are happy.

It is our mission to attain “Great World Peace”, to build a world of love and respect for all. Oneness.

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Once You Make up Your Mind,Things Will Begin to Happen

Once you decide,”I’m going to do it,” your enthusiasm and courage will begin to rise. If you give it your best effort, God will give you aid when you need it most.

Once You Make up Your Mind,Things Will Being to Happen

small patchwork for my sister – I bike you !

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The Flash of Inspiration Is a Gift From GodI

PL Teaching for Day 22 >The Flash of Inspiration Is a Gift From God < When something suddenly clicks or when a great idea suddenly pops into your head, it is actually not something you have control over. Understand that this is wisdom given to you by God. The Flash of Inspiration is a Gift From God.

As an artist/writer, I can’t tell you how often I have wanted to paint, sculpt or write something, get myself all set up and then “puff” like a cloud of smoke what I thought I was going to do evaporates. If I try to make it work, the results are simply not to my liking, yes I may have an end product, but it does not “speak” to me. My first thought it that it should go into the waste bin. For sure I am not prepared to show it around, or do a drum roll. So I put it down and it disappears from my immediate thoughts. If I’m in a persistent mood, I may start over, something inside of me wants to be expressed. The desire is strong, and I feel the frustration well up inside me, I know I have something to “say”…. but every time I try something I am dissatisfied with the results. Sound familiar?

When I “Let go and Let God” allow myself to take a step back, and just allow my hands to work the clay, or if painting the colors and forms to take shape, an inner peace begins to happen, and I find myself humming, carried away by the moment. I’m focused, I’m in a happy place. I’ve learned to listen to the little voice inside of me that says, “OK, that’s enough” I stop.. step back and with eyes of wonder I discover an “expression” Sometimes I simply have no idea how I got the results that I did. Ask me to do another one, I couldn’t. My “expressions” became a form of meditation for me. It didn’t matter to me what anyone else thought about the results, I was happy! INSPIRATION IS A GIFT I really and truly believe that God is within and part of who we are. God is the tie that binds us all together. We are ONE.

A member of the church send me links to some awesome figurative art, I share them with you and hope you enjoy them as much as I did.

May your day be blessed 100 fold. =^_^=

http://demiart.ru/forum/journal.php?user=104589&comm=58098

http://dreamworlds.ru/flame/30891-ocharovannye-kukly-mariny-bychkovojj-3.html

http://www.lookatme.ru/flows/igrushki/posts/58620-zhivyie-kuklyi-marinyi-byichkovoy

http://www.liveinternet.ru/community/1726655/post109335064/

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Have the Courage to Take the First Step

if you are timid, you will never be able to break free and start something new. Believe in yourself and take the first step.

Have the Courage to Take the First Step. PL teaching for day 19

I thought I’d see what the hexagram 19 was in the I Ching 4 broken lines over 2 solid lines. (Lin)

The two firm lines at the bottom of the hexagram in the positions of inspiration and self interest, create the arousing atmosphere of Promotion. They rule jointly and aggressively. There is now a dynamic emphasis on inner growth.

Begin your endeavors in the company of those who share your enthusiasm. Be certain that you are pursuing your goals. Have the Courage to Take the First Step.

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The Value of Money and things Depends on How you Choose to Use Them

PL teaching day 18 – The Value of Money and Things Depends on How you Choose to Use Them -Money and things are materials for your self -expression. Use them to their fullest for the sake of others and society.

I had to meditate on this one for a long time .. I was trying to decide how best to try to give you my association or thoughts on money. It has always been my belief that money is a necessary evil in life. One needs money to acquire “things” in life. In today’s society/culture, we often think we “need” a lot more than we actually do. Permit me to tell you of one of my excursions many years ago with a friend. We loved to scour garage sales,flea markets, and of course thrift shops. Not because we couldn’t afford to purchase retail, we both had careers, but my friend like to buy and resell, it was her “hobby” and I was and am a recycle or transforming artist. I like to find a cast off or unwanted item that “speaks” to me and give it a new life.

We were in a little town that is known for its charm, outdoor cafes, and a couple of great discount shops. One in particular was a place that sold discounted silver wear and household accessories. I found a delightful fork there and decided to purchase it. It wasn’t very expensive, but it was not on sale, it was not silver, but sterling silver, so practical, I enjoyed the lovely design and feel to it. “Oh you can’t purchase that fork” exclaimed the sales lady,” we only have one left, and besides it is a dessert fork”. My friend agreed with the lady that since it was a dessert fork, how much use would it be to me. Their reaction to my intent of acquiring this delightful fork surprised me,, I had thought of neither of their concerns, I liked the fork, I could afford the fork, therefor, I was going to purchase the fork. My reply to both of them was that it was a fork and it would get the food to my mouth, that was all it needed to do, it didn’t have to be part of a set, it didn’t have to match anything else I had, It was a fork, it was functional & one I liked and wanted.

So often we pass on something because of someone else’s view, or thoughts, and then we spend an enormous amount of time trying to find something like it because we didn’t act on our first impulse. Usually our impulses come from our inner “voice”. these moments are often little nudges from above. In PL we learn to #1 hear our inner voice, and #2 listen and think on what it is we are hearing….. it is part of the lesson in believing in one’s Self. Knowing what we want, and acting on it.

Everything originates in God, God/TAO/Universe embraces everything. We cannot live apart from God regardless of whether we recognize God’s existence or not. The Maharishi once said, put a tub full of water in the middle of a room, whether or not a person believes it is full or not, when they step into it, they will get wet. (TM – Transcendental Meditation)

Potential new members should know that PL is non sectarian and does not expect that members give up the faith they already have. PL teachings can help new members better understand their traditional faiths .. PL believes that all religions should work together for world peace.

If you are near a PL church, the 21st is our monthly Thanksgiving service. All our welcome. (for Church of Perfect Liberty contacts, visit our websites,links in side bar)

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Always challenge Yourself With New Things

Always Challenge Yourself With New Things – PL teaching day 17

Life is interesting because we always encounter unknown or new situations that we have never experienced before. don’t be afraid of failure and proactively challenge each new situation. Always Challenge Yourself with New Things

When sitting with Rev. Goto today in his office, the rain was falling against the window, giving a steady staccato with various depths of sound as it hit an overhang and then tumbled downward against the window pane. It surprised me, and for a second or two it captured my attention. Then we resumed our conversation, and the musical rain disappeared, my focus was on the subject matter of our meeting. My upcoming trip to Japan is a personal challenge for me. The last time I flew was several years ago, when I flew into Missoula, Montana. I vowed I would never travel that distance again, certainly not over mountains in a plane and iffy weather.

That was then and this is now. I will be in Japan, (Headquarters Tondabayashi Osaka) for the annual Founders’ Day Ceremony on August 1. On this day hundreds of thousands of PL believers from the local churches in Japan, and from distant parts of the world, gather to appreciate and pray to the First and Second Founders who are still working spiritually for the rapid realization of true world peace. The ceremony will climax with an hour-long display of the world’s greatest fireworks, “The Art of PL Fireworks”. How mind-blowing and awesome will that be.

Also on Founder’s Day, August 1, the annual Peace Tower Ceremony is held. The spirits of all those who have died in war, regardless of race, religion or nationality are enshrined in the altar of the Peace Tower. In this ceremony we console their spirit and pray for the everlasting peace of mankind.

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