There is nothing more beautiful than living a simple life in this complex universe!
Mehmet Murat ildan
I awoke to a dusting of snow and cold this morning. After my quiet time I checked the election results. I am unable to express the feelings I experienced at such a deep level within me. So, my task today, and maybe for some time, has been to journal in hopes of uncovering my feelings, thoughts, and the words to express them. At this moment I find it amazing to accept that in this divided nation I find myself a minority in my beliefs and values. I will do my best to continue to live a simple life, yet also be true to myself, my beliefs and my values. May all who can allow the love and light within them shine in our world, no matter the storm clouds on the horizon. And, may we all find inner peace.
And, outside my window a cold wind blows indicative of our nations emotions.
4 Comments
Bonnie Moore
You’re not alone, Monty. I want to understand what others are seeing and believing, because clearly I’m not getting it. And for maybe the first time ever in my life, I feel I’m in the minority with my beliefs and values. And then I wonder if what I’m feeling today is how the disenfranchised feel all the time.? I have been quick to dismiss the cult-like following as uneducated and unaware of how things work. But the numbers no longer support my dismissal. I know there’s hope out there somewhere. But today, I’m just numb.
Monte Stevens
Thanks, Bonnie. You may have said what I have been trying to say all day: I’m numb. At times I am aware of my privileged life but today I am also experiencing the disenfranchised feeling. I also have that hope!! I desire to live life with an inner peace and love, not hatred. There will be days when that does not happen. I’ve also heard it said that if the wounded do not face their wound they will continue to wound others. Thank you for sharing!!
Mark
I was willing to give some a pass the first time around. No longer.
The saying of “fool me once, shame on you … fool me twice, shame on me.” comes to mind.
Now there is incredible apathy. I have absolutely no sympathy for what may come, and unfortunately to the innocent bystanders and victims. I recognize that is not healthy or productive, but just where I am at. If anything, only an apology note to the other species on this planet that we were not able to overcome ignorance and the lust for money, and power.
Nature will correct what is unsustainable with a much sterner and unforgiving sense of justice than any human construct.
Monte Stevens
I totally understand where you are at. because I go in and out of unhealthy thoughts. You are not alone as some 47% of this country feels similar to what you and I feel. At the moment I see a bleak future for the innocent bystanders and victims, which could include me. To many people are wanting to determine another’s future to meet their egoic, self-centered lives. As Brian Maclaren says, “Humans don’t have an environmental problem, the environment has a human problem.” Thank you for sharing what you are feeling and where your at!!