Morning Prayer 15/100. A field beyond
A field beyond all ideas of right and wrong is where we are all meant to be. Rumi’s 13th Century poem simplifies the beauty of the perfect existence from which we are created and for which we are created. There is the true existence that does not know the opposites of good/bad, light/dark, right/wrong. That […]
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Morning Prayer 9/100. Life passages.
Life is passage. We are constantly moving from one place to another, from one situation to another, from one joy to another. The passage may seem from one obstacle to another. Doors and gates and even windows may be seen as obstacles when they are closed and prevent our passing from where we are to […]
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Morning Prayer 7/100. A warning
A warning given — and received — during my early morning run. The day was dawning bright and warm. Many walkers were out and everyone was friendly. With all of them I shared a wave or a smile or a “Good morning!” Approaching a single walker from behind, I issued my customary warning. I lightly, […]
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Morning Prayer 6/100. On the road
On the road just shy of 10 hours last Thursday, Cindy and I drove Austin to Beaumont (4:45) and back (4:50). In between we were blessed by attending my step-father’s funeral: remembering, celebrating, consoling, and visiting. Reflecting on the trip, I realized that for me going someplace is motivational. In speeches and presentations, I’ve readily […]