It Is Time for the Shambhala Warriors to Awaken and Act

Twelve centuries ago, this prophecy was made. This video was recorded by our great elder, Joanna Macy, over three years ago. And now, the day has come. Today. Hear, know, and recognize who you are. Then shake off the chains of despair and helplessness. You are being called to this. Be of courage, and join … Read more

How to Change a Life: Please Be a Star Thrower Today

The Star Thrower from the story by Loren Eiseley Today, I am asking you to be a star thrower. If you get my newsletter, if you follow me on Facebook, or you talk with me occasionally, you know that for about a decade, I have been working with Jennifer McIntyre — a woman who came … Read more

The Nineteenth Day of Thanksgiving

I love cats because I love my home and after a while they become its visible soul. ~ Jean Cocteau I am late posting, because we had a visit to the vet today with our sweetie Sierra.  It looks like we are going to begin treating her for lymphoma.  That’s the bad news. But the … Read more

Wordless Thursday: Healing and Hope in the Name of Flora

Okay, yesterday’s post was a bummer and not really wordless. It’s a new day, and so I am offering this in the name of healing, hope, and beauty. Many thanks to my dear friend, Mike, who shared it with me.  I hope you will enjoy it, too. (And once again, I strongly recommend expanding it … Read more