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Live in Joy, Peace and Love

Compassion without attachment is possible. Therefore, we need to clarify the distinctions between compassion and attachment. True compassion is not just an emotional response but a firm commitment founded on … Continue reading

December 14, 2011 · 15 Comments

Celebration of Health Posts 2011

My purpose is to live consciously and courageously in the now moment, to resonate with love and compassion, and to leave this world in peace. My overall goal is to … Continue reading

December 10, 2011 · 30 Comments

Mocha Shortbread Cookies

Scottish shortbreads are of my favorite cookies. Good shortbread will literally melt when you take a bite. Mocha Shortbread Cookies are popular at Solstice/Christmas parties and great for small gift … Continue reading

December 8, 2011 · 15 Comments

The Season of Good Cheer

The seasons go by so quickly. It’s winter and four gale force wind storms took out the power lines this month. We even had snow.  Aside from being wet, which … Continue reading

December 4, 2011 · 12 Comments

At the Crossroads

November 12, 2011 · 25 Comments

Food Security: Subversive Plots

Did you know that only 10% of the fossil fuels used in the world’s food system actually goes into production? The other 90% goes into packaging, transporting and marketing. In … Continue reading

November 11, 2011 · 6 Comments

Birdsong: Five Minute Nature Meditations

Humans are by nature perceptive and compassionate beings in tune with nature and with others but these qualities are usually lost in the deluded busyness of  life.  The more exposure … Continue reading

November 2, 2011 · 18 Comments
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