I'm sick of the acute immediacy of pain and unpleasant situations. You know, that illusion that points out that what is going on immediately is all there is and that nothing could possibly change. Yet, we know it will change. It's inevitable. The only constants in life are God and change, right? This is that … Continue reading Forward Progression: a Thief?
Ink vs Memory
"The dullest ink is better than the brightest memory." A few weeks ago, I listened to a rabbi touch on the importance of journaling. Tonight, I further contemplate the wonderful benefits of documenting events and thoughts and processing through things by doing so. I have always been a journaler. Well, off and on. Since I … Continue reading Ink vs Memory
Processing
I sit underneath a tree at the park. A circular fountain ahead of me beautifully sprays into the air, intentionally spraying into itself. My imagination makes the sound of the highway below into the roaring waves of the ocean. The sun warms my feet. There's no wifi here. I could turn my data connection off, … Continue reading Processing
The Calf Path
As I was reading in a book yesterday, I came across this poem. Interesting and thought-provoking. It causes me to examine where I may just be not thinking for my own self and following the culture. Enjoy! The Calf Path: One day, through the primeval wood, A calf walked home, as good calves should; But … Continue reading The Calf Path
The Real Life
A friend just shared this with me and I have to share it; it's beautiful! To them that believe all things are true, there is nothing impossible that they cannot do. With faith in their God, and Hope in their hand, they stand against the odds to fulfill God's Great Plan. Though the battle be … Continue reading The Real Life
3 Things
Imagine a house. You know the place – the one where all the neighborhood kids, plus you, hung out. It was never immaculate. Sure, you were not to touch the china closet, or go in the adults’ bedroom, but those were pretty much the only off-limits areas. Who wanted to mess with either of those … Continue reading 3 Things
Caterpillar
“Butterfly or die, b*tch!” Everyone knows the story of the caterpillar, right? You know, it begins as a caterpillar, goes into a cocoon, then emerges, through a metamorphosis, a beautiful, wondrous butterfly?? Let’s pick this apart a bit. Metamorphosis: (in an insect or amphibian) the process of transformation from an immature form to an adult … Continue reading Caterpillar
Unlearned
A few months ago, when I moved, by default I performed a type of inventory – a subconscious-turned-intentional assessment of all the things I have and their usefulness. Having about 85% of my belongings in a storage locker for 3 months changed my perspective on what I really needed, and what I didn't. Upon clearing … Continue reading Unlearned
Life
Life High in the Himalaya mountains, there was a town. In this town, there was a wise old man. People would travel from miles and miles around to visit the old wise man to consult with him on many matters: life, matters of the heart, destiny, etc. He was known to have the answers … Continue reading Life
Letter from Jordan Management Consultants
If you have ever felt unqualified, this is for you: (reposting from here) To: Jesus, Son of Joseph Woodcrafter's Carpenter Shop Nazareth 25922 From: Jordan Management Consultants Dear Sir: Thank you for submitting the resumes of the twelve men you have picked for managerial positions in your new organization. All of them have now taken … Continue reading Letter from Jordan Management Consultants