There is Always Something about today...

Over the past 10 months, I have been engaged in a challenging relationship with Trust.

This perhaps may be the craziest of all thoughts lately. I am truly, from within, trying to understand. With a bit of hope, perhaps I can sort through the insanity of my thoughts to find some substance with which to draw strength from.

Although there have been times throughout my life where I have thought that things were just not working out for me, I have always, always had a sense that they eventually would, that something wonderful was waiting around the corner. Then I got to thinking, what if that corner never comes? Which always leads me back to the question, "What does it all mean?" What if everything that I believe in just isn't? What if? What if something that you have believed in forever just isn't? Where do I go from there? 

I believe that our universe in a constant state of wondering, of searching, of discovering, of learning. We all have core beliefs. Many, if not most of these core beliefs were taught to us by our families. At the core of my  beliefs is God.

To understand my own question and as always, our thoughts must come from outside the box. There are so very many theories and idealisms, but really, they are just that. Somehow and outside that box, I believe that it's really all much simpler than we make it out to be. 

As it is the Christmas season, my thoughts have been directed towards the birth of the baby Jesus.  I a not sure why I am so thinking about this, I just am and I accept it. So with that...

It is said that God sent Jesus because he so loved us. Ok, I like that. John 3:16-17: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life."  I believe in everlasting life, so I'll go with that. “For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved.”   

So each year, we set out to celebrate the birth of the baby Jesus. To remember the reasons, to see the light. The problem is that we only see this as a one day event. After the presents are opened, we then pack it all away for yet another year. Quite to often, as well, we have truly forgotten the reason for the celebration. It's to celebrate our true spirit. To celebrate forgiveness. To love one another. Growing up, I remember thinking that I had to be good otherwise Santa would not bring presents. That was good enough to keep me in check much of the time. It seems now that it doesn't matter anymore. It's just about the present and the bigger and more expensive the better. So what does that teach, not only our children, but ourselves. We are driving further and further away from the truth, from the light. 

Righteousness is a theological concept in Christianity. It is an attribute that implies that a person's actions are justified, and can have the connotation that the person has been "judged" or "reckoned" as leading a life that is pleasing to God.

John 10:10:  “I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.” This means a changed life from sin to righteousness, the fruit of the Spirit instead of the works of the flesh. These are “love, joy, peace, long-suffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control” (Gal 5:22-23) Ephesians 5:9: (goodness, righteousness, and truth).  

Therein may lie the lesson, the clarification. We are all on our own journey, our own spiritual awakening. A life pleasing to God is one within the Commandments. That is why it is just about us, to judge only ourselves, our actions. 

During crisis, many ask "how God could let this happen?" in one context or another. I believe that the truth is that God is not 'letting' this happen. We, the people are letting it happen. We see more and more evil on television, in the news, on the internet. It is gripping to some, mesmerizing to others. Society has become 

en-loped in the suffering of others and the chaos that surrounds it. It's incredibly challenging too when it seems to be that many find it so entertaining and often an obsession. God is not letting this happen. We all have free will, which means free thoughts and choice.

There is a light within us. All of us.

I wrote this for myself, to see if I can gain a better understanding of where the world is heading. I have so many beliefs. I have always wanted to understand more. I am just finding that there is so much insanity in the world stage, public rapes, public executions, school massacres on such a large stage.  It just feels like the world has been dropped in its head.

During all of this, I have my dream, my vision being challenged by its own drama. As this unfolds, perhaps this is the bigger lesson. Within all of this, it is to be strong, to be faithful to oneself, the truth. Love, above all, love.

Crazy girl I am. 

    

January 1, 2013

January 1, 2013,What a Gr*8*t day!

May the peacefulness within be your constant companion. 

"A wish for the world, the universe, for each and every one of us. A wish that your every dream come true. That you find yourself surrounded by friends, family, laughter, and the best of times. I wish that your every cup runneth over financially, romantically, spiritually, and creatively and that good health be your faithful companion, peace your guarded ally, and love your perpetual guide." A note from the Universe and a Blessing that we should all share. I wish this all for myself as well. 

With the beginning of a New Year, I most fittingly pulled, from my deck of cards, Sacred Pool. Let the waters of faith hold you up so you can relax in the flow of life. 

Take time to reflect on the miracles ...and see yourself and others with compassion, love and forgiveness. 

The World is a reflection of your thoughts, your feelings and your beliefs. Embody the love you wish to see in the world. Focus on self-love. Reflect on your Sacred Pool and be at Peace with You, who You are. You are unique and that uniqueness should be celebrated. See the love within you. Cast it upon the waters and it will be returned to you. Know that you are beautiful and loved. Dimming your light serve no one. Take the risk to shine. 

Having chosen this card, I see it as a pretty amazing way to begin my journey into 2013. To begin each day with Intention. Intention to be the best person that you can be. That each moment will be a state of mindfulness and contentment. To accept things as they are, not how they were or should be. Accept them at the exact place in time. If you choose to change something, then that is for the next moment and it is indeed a choice. Life is about choice. If we set the intention to live the best life possible for ourselves, then every road the we take will lead us in the direction in which serves our purposeful intention. Enter into your state of being, your personal state of happiness. Be the You the You are meant to Be. 

Happy New Year!

  

The Cosmos

It is getting close to 2013. The Cosmos, Creativity Vastness... Be creative... The world is vast and filled with unlimited potential. Be the paintbrush for the Divine and let Spirit use you to co-create an incredible wonderful life!

Pay attention to your Creative Projects. They will be successful. Remember that all life is creative. We are always creating with the Divine. The Cosmos represents the principle of infinity. There is a vastness of energetic exchange of consciousness influencing ALL living things. For every intention that we set, there is a powerful continual influence on all that surrounds, lives and breathes. Open up to the well of creativity that is deep within. Trust yourself, love yourself and most importantly, keep taking actions towards your goals. The Cosmos responds perfectly to manifest your highest Destiny. Expect to be inspired and to meaningfully touch others with all that you create.

i loved choosing this card today. over the last couple of days, we have watched shows featuring just this, the vastness and beauty of the universe. what is important to point out, is that we are all connected and responsive to an amazing energy force. it is important to truly understand how this energy force works. much of society has come away from this. my wish for 2013 is to begin a daily remembrance and mindfulness of this powerful energy field. to understand it completely.

the energy of the universe is continually and constantly moving, creating, changing, a true reflection of our thoughts and actions. the universe is big and brilliant and fantastic, as is the human mind.

2013... a year to move forward with knowledge. life does not "happen' to us, we choose our life, we are the conscious co-creator of our own destinies.

in love and light :)ori