“What I really learned was that life is a gift and our only purpose is to be who we are. We all make it so complicated, and try to find our purpose, I learned that all I have to do is be as me as I can be.” —Anita Moorjani
Category Archives: Inspiration
The holiest of holidays
“The holiest of all holidays are those kept by ourselves in silence and apart, the secret anniversaries of the heart, when the full tide of feeling overflows.” — Longfellow
Happiness is always there
“Happiness is always there. You just have to choose to see it. There’s no point dwelling in the dark and ignoring the light of the stars.” –Carrie Hope Fletcher
Rethinking Church
Feelings of isolation are causing problems for many during the global pandemic we are living through. For many, what has made this especially painful is the suspension of large, in-person gatherings in churches. Yes, it is true that scripture tells us to gather together. “19 Again I say unto you, That if two of youContinue reading “Rethinking Church”
Grace is the Celebration of Life
“Grace is the celebration of life, relentlessly hounding all the non-celebrants in the world. It is a floating, cosmic bash shouting its way through the streets of the universe, flinging the sweetness of its cassations to every window, pounding at every door in a hilarity beyond all liking and happening, until the prodigals comeContinue reading “Grace is the Celebration of Life”
Being of Service in the Age of Social Distancing
For many, the holiday season is a time to focus on serving others. So how does COVID-19 change that? How can we still be of service during this unprecedented time? First, we need to remember there are always people in need of help, not only during the holidays. This is especially important this year. TheseContinue reading “Being of Service in the Age of Social Distancing”
The Season of Magic and Miracles
Genie’s Note: This was originally published on Dec. 11, 2016. Think it still applies? A few additions for 2020 have been added in italics. Here we are in the middle of the holiday season, that magic, miraculous time of year. This is the season of miracles like the virgin birth of the Christ Child (Christmas) andContinue reading “The Season of Magic and Miracles”
It’s that time again!
Yes it is! Time for the Thanksgiving Eve flash mob. So whatever you are doing on this day before American Thanksgiving take a break to listen to the words of this song (especially appropriate for these times) or get up and move. Watch to the end and they will teach you the routine.
Election Day
“Be sure you put your feet in the right place, then stand firm.” —Abraham Lincoln This is election day in the United States. Apparently i missed scheduling anything for today. So I found myself searching for a quote or even words I could say. It didn’t take long to find this bit of wisdom fromContinue reading “Election Day”
Living as Peace
For the world to be able to live in peace we must begin living as peace. To have peace we must be peace. Simple as that. But of course we know in the reality of our world it really isn’t. Nobody wants to be the first to let go of the anger and strife thatContinue reading “Living as Peace”
