My sense is that 2017 will (continue to) test our humanity and our devotion to freedom for all on this planet. Here in the United States, a question seems to be around how much do we truly believe in a democracy, in some version of this radical experiment of a government for and by the […]
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I Needed to Stop & Recalibrate
On January 18th in Halifax, Nova Scotia, I had one of those somatic moments where my body vibrates and catches my attention. Often when I look back, it’s moments like that one that indicate my life is about to change. A friend and colleague was talking about the sabbatical she is on, her daily routine, […]
Sequoia Prayer
MY SEQUOIA PRAYER When I feel tiny, weak and trembling Or pulled this way and that by swirls of change, Too insignificant to be of service, Too “uprooted” to hold my ground, . I pray my Sequoia prayer. Sitting quietly, breathing normally, becoming centered in the present moment– in this holy instant — […]
Supporting Change Through Friendship and Compassion
Glyness Hernandez Today I honor present and past teachers, visionaries, activists and leaders who have dedicated their brilliance and gifts to creating a world that works for all, opening opportunities in subtle and bold ways for freedom, equality, justice and healing. “I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in […]
Woa ~ Pure Excitement
A little boy’s pure excitement, a dash of astonishment with a tinge of fear… ahhh, the emotional smorgasbord that accompanies making contact with something new and unknown. Thanks Thomas for this link and for the contagious awe that it’s left me with… and hopefully you too! ~ ~ ~ ~ And after posting this I […]
All Swirled Into One
To be honest, I am often fascinated by my experience of being alive. As in, easily amazed! So I guess this time right now of living in the process of so many major life transitions is no exception. And yet, it’s definitely new for me. I wish I could easily put words to the nuances […]
Celebrating Life
My soul is glowing with recognition, opening wide in awe and wonder and resting in familiarity as I experience Autumn emerging in the mountains of Appalachia. The leaves are changing with their bright life bursting forth, one last powerful hurrah before they let loose, releasing into the heart of winter. It’s such an honor to […]