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Space and longing

Some days the world is upside, The only thing to be done is to love. Again and again… And keep spinning. Holding sacred space, Longing for you, And You are everywhere……

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Observation/koan

the little fat chickadee flies nowhere in a straight line, and yet she gets where She is going.

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excuses

it wasn’t an accident. She had been warning you for weeks…. the real question is when will you finally LISTEN and stop making excuses for your bad behavior?

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rsvp

who knows what draws two beings together, need or want, desire or healing, who knows where that invitation comes from — all that matters is that we answer it.  

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heaven’s nose

words fail me, ink and paint and paper do too. all there is is You. and no way to share… the sun shines through the blinds like heavenly rays and the silence is the songs of angels – i am … Continue reading

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Tornado Warnings

the skies were grey, the lap was full, a big dog a little dog twin cats and a calico, and somewhere slinked at our feet, a splash of living black velvet…. there is safety in numbers….   the warning sounds … Continue reading

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Pause with paws

walking surrounded by people, i pause for a moment on the grass. i look down and there You are looking up, mohawked and hot, you rest in my shade…. i bask in your Love. Oh spaniel – thank you for … Continue reading

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Tests

sometimes the best way to relieve stress when you are being tested is to stay curious,  trust in your training and education. and maybe pet a dog.    

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mentoring peace

 peace is possible…. look around you can see it everywhere – even if it is only a glimpse….. . but like a tiny seedling that needs nurturing, first it has to be seen, and tended not weeded. . two together … Continue reading

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washing up

The calico queen looks up at me thru lidded eyes as she washes her paw. Pushing my hair out of my eyes, suddenly i feel very ill kempt. Some ancient relative’s voice rings in my ear, “Cleanliness is next to … Continue reading

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