Truth

I do believe that the truth WILL set you free. I wish other people believed it, too!

Temptation

While watching my favorite TV show last night, Saving Grace, the issue of temptation was presented. I wonder ... If people don't believe that there is a devil, where does temptation come from? Do other people tempt us? Do we tempt ourselves? Does God tempt us, just to test us? It just seems there has to be some main headquarters where it all happens. ;)

Horses

This past Sunday I was fortunate enough to be able to get up close to 5 horses. My friend actually lives next door to these beauties. Two of the horses were retired race horses and the other three were rescued Mustangs from out West. One of the Mustangs was grayish in color with stripes on his legs like those of a zebra. He had a black stripe down his back, long hair that covered his eyes, and 3 of his fetlocks were brown and one was white. Another horse was pure white with blue eyes. While I was looking at one of the race horses, it felt almost surreal. His chocolate brown coat was so shiny and he was extremely large. I was having trouble understanding that this huge being was a living and breathing creature. He seemed like a statue. It was a magnificent feeling being in his presence. I totally want to go back. Also, while we were standing around I noticed the barn swallows. It's amazing how they fly around and then just zoom down into the barn. God gives us so many beautiful wonders to enjoy. I certainly did on Sunday.

Remorse

Along with common sense, I think remorse has left the planet. People seem to do terrible deeds because they know they will not feel regret or remorse. Why is it that people want to control the lives of others? I find it enormous just to lead my life. What energy it must take to try to lead one's own life and then make decisions that will affect the lives of others. And those decisions they make are devastating and last forever. No one knows what is in anyone's heart and mind but one's own. So bring back remorse ... it can be a beautiful thing if it keeps any of us from making the wrong decisions. Oh yeah, Live and LET LIVE.

birthdays

Ok... so I am now officially one year older (as of 2 days ago). I always thought life would get easier as I got older because I would know more and understand more. HA! That line of thinking appears to be a big joke. Yes, I know more, I feel more comfortable with myself and others, I am able to let go of things that don't really matter anymore and able to focus on what does matter. But, that is the million dollar question -- what DOES matter? It seems that nothing really matters. Really. We have no control over things we think should matter. So, what's the point? I now see the giant glaring issues of the world and realize I am just one person and so many need help. It is frustrating. I also have more wonders now. The biggest being -- I wonder why people die at different ages. Why am I allowed to be my age and a baby dies. I don't understand. This life can't be all there is. Maybe it's a mid-life crisis. Yeah...let's say that's what it is. Maybe it will pass. But, I doubt it. The knowledge isn't going anywhere.

My friend in Federal Prison

Wow, I never thought I'd have a friend in a federal prison. Isn't that where hardened criminals live? Apparently not because my friend is a 63 yeard old nun who was trying to get the School of the Americas closed. Why? Because this is the American school where men were trained in military action and then went out to rape, torture, and murder four women, one, Sr. Dorothy Kazel, a dear friend of the nun now in prison. I imagine if this happened to someone I loved, I'd be in prison, too. My crime probably wouldn't be trespassing but something far darker. I pray I never need to go down that road. My friend, Diane is a gentle soul but with the courage of a lion. My prayers are with her until she gets released, and thereafter. Peace needs to return to the heart of humanity.

Gratitude

Thank you to my family and friends who love me and take the time to actually talk with me. I am blessed.

Gone in a flash

An accident happened the other night in Cleveland involving a pregnant doctor driving home from work and a guy driving a stolen car. Guess what? Head on collision and the beautiful, smart and caring young doctor may be brain dead. WTF? Her life may be gone in a flash. This is why I do things that others might deem as meddling. Sometimes I like to nudge people into doing things they want to do but are afraid to for whatever reasons. Life is short and we need to say i love you now. So here goes ---- I love you!!

State of confusion

How can you give your love to someone else yet share your dreams with me? Vanessa has said it all ... What is love? Does anyone know? I thought I knew once but it appears my idea is so different from that of others. Maybe I love too much. I would walk miles and miles to see my love. I think sacrifice is a part of love. Aren't we supposed to want the one we love to be happy even if we don't always get our way? I would imagine if people truly loved each other, they would both be happy, making it happen. Give and take ... isn't that what is is all about? I want to make the lives of other easier if I can. Maybe I've been a young fool and I am turning into an old fool. But if it means a choice of sacrifice or selfishness, I'll take the sacrifice.

Do you think you die when you just don't care anymore. I had an elderly German friend once who got so discouraged by the world and he would say, "What we can do?" in his sweet accent. He finally gave up one day and I really think at the moment of his giving up, he started to die. God bless you my dear Mr. Vegh, wherever you are. Thank you for being in my life.

Mr. Right

Maybe if I put down in writing Mr. Right's attributes, he will materialize. Sweeeet!

He must have a great sense of humor, have a generosity of spirit, be loving and rich in kindness, must have a wide range of interests, be slow to anger, must be sexy -- oh yeah, be supportive of me and my interests, must like to dance, must love children, must have a wonder of life, be adverturesome, must love the beach, be playful, must feel a responsibility for the earth and its people and animals, be talkative and of course, Must Love Dogs... wait, I think I just saw that movie. ;)

Where are you, my darling man?

Ancient Chinese saying

An invisible red thread connects those who are destined to meet, regardless of time, place, or circumstance. The thread may stretch or tangle, but will never break.


Wouldn't it be cool to actually see that red thread?
Happy New Year to all...I hope you connect with whomever you are supposed to this year.