Tagged for 7
Eeeep! It seems that perhaps the Mystical Monkey is being Mysterious and piquing some curiosity in the process! I’ve been tagged by Water Learner to post seven random facts about myself.
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A couple unexpected days, removed from the usual surroundings, the normal responsibilities, the routine pace of living. An opportunity to unwind, to relax, to go at one’s own pace, without schedule or responsibility or distraction from… being. A leisurely walk along the shore reveals a hot day with a gentle breeze. A trio of local…
Imaginings… money
“Money makes the world go round” Unfortunately, there’s some truth to this. Without going into a political rant, wars have been (& are being) fought over what amounts to money, people are raised to political and corporate office based largely on the amount of money they have and can raise. Local, National and International policy…
“Reflecting pool”
Distraction! Stray thoughts! Untamed emotion! Physical responsibility! Push – Pull Pull – Push Tugging… Away. Calm, Truth, Centered within. Untouched, Uncorrupted, Surrounded by the ripples Of a stone Cast again and again Into the pool of Self, Into the pool of One. Eventually, Ripples cease, Absorbed By the depths of the pool And calm, Returns…
Simple Meditation
*Breathe… in… out… in… out…* Ooh! My stomach just grumbled! What should I make for dinner tonight? I wish the kids weren’t so picky about what they eat… Ooops!- Thinking! *Breathe… in… out… in… out…* That’s all there is to it, really, for a simple meditation exercise. It doesn’t seem too difficult, does it? But…
Double Standard
Picture this: An SUV truck, traveling on the road, the back of which is covered with bumper stickers touting liberal political commentary and environmental awareness / protection. Very likely, the type of person driving this vehicle that comes to mind is somebody interested in peace and protection and some level of self- and Earth-awareness, right?…