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Sunbeams of Light
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Reservoir Ridge Natural Area -
The Sunbeam
From a late afternoon walk at Pineridge Natural Area “We usually miss You, cluttering our minds with expectations about where and how and who You are, but if we trust giving up our seeking and let ourselves know You in everything that is, even what’s concealed from us, we come to find You everywhere, at all times and in an equal way, no matter how strange this might seem to us.”
Meister Eckhart’s Book of SecretsI believe the above is written from the perspective that You is referring to God. Even though the author is Christian his concept of You is not confined to a box but goes way beyond that. His You is not an object or deity. I also feel that way. I find it interesting to reread this and each time replace the word You with God, Love, Reality, Great Spirit, Compassion, Beauty, Nature, Creator, Truth, Justice, Peace, Serenity… and none of these are objects or material things. Thanks for listening…
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Does that make sense?
“I began to trust the questions themselves to lead me beyond answers to understanding, beyond practice to faith”
Joan ChittisterThere was a time in my life when I felt lost, confused…looking for answers. I had no desire to get up in the morning and face another day. Thankfully I’ve moved on from that place and time. I’ve discovered the answers are not as important to me anymore, but the questions are. I continue to search out more questions which leads me to some understanding which leads to more questions. I began to trust in just asking the questions. I lost interest in the answers and embraced the understanding needed to ask the next question. Does that make sense?
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Sunbeams
“Our role in life is to bring the light of our own souls to the dim places around us.”
Joan ChittisterI have met people who shine outward. It can be seen in their eyes, smile and body language. I have witnessed the robins also shine brightly as they sing from a perch nearby. I have witnessed the sun peeking through clouds bringing sunbeams that brighten our souls. Oh, that I also may bring a light to the dim places around me.
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Sunbeams
“But beauty (the landscape) has its own power, and it lives inside the minds of those who have been touched by its magnetic pull.”
Terry Tempest Williams -
Broom and Sunbeams
Broom and Sunbeams Be patient with everyone, but above all with yourself…do not be disheartened by your imperfections, but always rise up with fresh courage.
