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What Can I Let Happen in my Life?
Sitting quietly, doing nothing, Spring comes and the grass grows by itself. -Zenrin, from The Gospel According to Zen
Ordinary – Daily Holyness
In order to “see” the holy, we need to slow down . . . and be like children at play Can you see the holiness in those things you take for granted – a paved road or a washing machine? If you concentrate on… Continue Reading “Ordinary – Daily Holyness”
Let Go
If you realize that all things change, there is nothing you will try to hold on to. If you aren’t afraid of dying, there is nothing you can’t achieve. Trying to control the future is like trying to take the master carpenter’s place. When… Continue Reading “Let Go”
Weekly Photo Challenge: Sea
The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonders forever. – Jacque Yves Cousteau
Wisdom from Basho
The temple bell stops ringing but the sound keeps coming out of the flowers – Basho
Let the Beauty We Love Be what We Do
Let the beauty we love be what we do. There are a hundred ways to kneel and kiss the ground. – Rumi
Wonders – Always before my Eyes
I’ve read all the books but one Only remains sacred: this Volume of wonders, open Always before my eyes. – Kathleen Raine
Weekly Photo Challenge: Focus
When words become unclear, I shall focus with photographs. When images become inadequate, I shall be content with silence. – Ansel Adams
Be At Peace
Be tough in the way a blade of grass is: rooted, willing to lean, and at peace with what is around it. – Natalie Goldberg
God’s Presence Fills Creation
Holy One of Blessing, Your Presence fills creation. – Rabbi Lawrence Kushner
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