Less is Better

Three rules of work: Out of clutter find simplicity; from discord find harmony; in the middle of difficulty lies opportunity. — Albert Einstein With Mercury in retrograde, pushing forward with business as usual can be difficult, if not problematic. And now, in the in the deep of Winter, I am suggesting that we adjust accordingly … Read more

Cultivating Laziness

Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you. — Lao Tzu As the powerful perigee Moon of January wanes, we are invited to simplify and attune to the Winter’s quiet around us. Of course, if you are in … Read more

Ceremonial of Quietness

As I watch the stars of evening, and in the morning open my window toward the east, I shall observe the Ceremonial of quietness of heart, of simplicity, and poise of spirit, that I may keep my soul and the souls of others free from entanglements in the machinery of the day.— Ceremonials of Common … Read more

Sunday Poetry

Gaia ©Halo Sharp New Energy TarotEarth PsalmsPsalm 95by Angela Magara Come and sing, let us sing to the rocks who stand with Life.Let joy resound with a great noise.Life holds sacredness in her generous hand.Be not silent in your love. Sing of earth who holds the caves within.Whose body breathes hills and mountainsAnd throbs with … Read more

"..And Grace Will Lead Us Home"

Through many dangers, toils and snares…We have already come.T’was Grace that brought us safe thus far…and Grace will lead us home. – Amazing Grace, by John Newton – 1772 Today, our year and a day journey with the three Graces, Aglaia (Splendor, Radiance), Euphrosyne (Festivity, Cheerfulness), and Thalia (Blooming, Flowering, Joy) comes to its completion. … Read more

Saving Grace

Rise up with the new dawn’s early morningFeel the sunshine warm upon your faceTomorrow’s come a long, long way to help youYes, it’s your saving grace.— lyrics by Tim Davis, Steve Miller Band As our journey with the Graces concludes this week, I am inviting you to consider the meaning of Grace in your own … Read more