There is an old saying that you really do not know what you have until you do not have it anymore. That does not always apply, but it does MUCH of the time. I grew up in the northeast where spring was days and even weeks of rain. You wouldn't see the sun for such long periods, you began to doubt that it really was still up there. I can imagine why our ancestors would fear these types of situations and worship sun gods, and rain gods too!
The weather where I lived had extremes. It could be 90 plus for days on end, or single digits. It could rain for days, or we could have a drought. It could snow all winter, or not at all. It was all up to the weather gods.
When big life changes came my way, I vowed to never be cold again. To be out of the soggy rain. A friend said there were jobs in Las Vegas (this was just after 9/11 and there were no jobs on the east coast). Las Vegas is sunny and warm, and off I went. I had wanted to move, although Las Vegas never entered my mind as the place to be. I was thinking more Carolinas. Vegas was great. Sunny, warm winters, no freezing body parts or moldy leaves to rake. It was great for about a year. Then it was OK, then it was flat out boring.
I always loved the rain, just not for weeks at a time....Yet now, I was lucky if it rained twice a year, and "rain" was several drops for about 10 minutes. It dried up immediately. I only saw one desert deluge that washed cars, and even a firetruck, away.The dry arroyo next to us became a raging set of rapids. It was awesome to watch.
After about three years, I had to have cooler weather , and rain. I wanted the rain back. I moved to New Mexico and the weather was awesome, the only problem there was that I was in a community that was in the middle of nowhere and had nothing. There was work, and that was about it.I couldn't find the right weather, climate, people combination. I later figured out I was to work for myself, and that made everything MUCH better.
The point is that we sometimes do not know what we have til it's gone. We need to appreciate the sun AND the rain, the winter and the summer, the good and the bad.
There is a reason for everything, some reasons are major, some are not. I love the rain, and I suppose I have always loved it. I had to NOT have the rain to know that though.
After doing some real studying of the metaphysical and Universal Law, I realized we should never ever ask for Gaia, or Mother Nature to bring us rain, or not; to bring us sun or not; to bring us warmer or colder. Each thing that she does, even her extremes, has a direct purpose. We should NEVER do anything to alter her whims except treat her well. When she is treated well, she does exactly what she is meant to do. We should never pretend to know more than Creator, God, or the Universe by asking for weather to be altered. Mother Nature knows much better than we, what this planet needs at any given time. rust her and she will do well by you!
Allow a little rain into your life...it is cleansing, cooling, and makes the flowers grow!
Spring showers , after all, do really bring May flowers!
Peshaui Wequashimese
Monday, February 28, 2011
Friday, February 25, 2011
When did it become OK....
When did it become OK to:
Shoot at politicians we didn't agree with?
Threaten people in groups or in political positions because we want to smoke in public places?
Use violence to get our way?
Stalk people? In person or in the internet.
Bully people? Both in person and on the internet.
To spread fear?
To spread lies?
To spread hate?
To worry only about what WE want and to do anything to get it? To forget about how our actions effect others?
It didn't.
When we are supposed to be improving, growing, learning, and becoming more aware, aware that there is a higher power, that we are all connected, and that Gaia needs our love...we instead go backwards.
Some do not have a clue about spirituality, but sadly, many who do and who teach and preach metaphysics, are FAR from getting it, and never actually do it. They can talk a real good ballgame, but cannot walk the path.
Don't think that it is ever OK to do those things listed above, for any reason. It is not. It is also not good enough when after doing these things, or even more minor attributes of the same, that you try to make it OK by giving to charity, or some other notable behavior.
You can't "fix" bad deeds with good ones, you can only fix them with permanent change. The words "I am sorry" mean NOTHING, unless you change the behavior that brought about the "I am sorry " in the first place.
Walk the talk, and always do the right things for the right reasons (that means don't do a good deed just so it benefits you or makes you feel better).
Lose the EGO, lose the ME, and walk a good walk.
Peshaui Wequashimese
(C)2011 Triple Moon Goddess Gina, May not be used, copied or reproduced without prior written permission
Shoot at politicians we didn't agree with?
Threaten people in groups or in political positions because we want to smoke in public places?
Use violence to get our way?
Stalk people? In person or in the internet.
Bully people? Both in person and on the internet.
To spread fear?
To spread lies?
To spread hate?
To worry only about what WE want and to do anything to get it? To forget about how our actions effect others?
It didn't.
When we are supposed to be improving, growing, learning, and becoming more aware, aware that there is a higher power, that we are all connected, and that Gaia needs our love...we instead go backwards.
Some do not have a clue about spirituality, but sadly, many who do and who teach and preach metaphysics, are FAR from getting it, and never actually do it. They can talk a real good ballgame, but cannot walk the path.
Don't think that it is ever OK to do those things listed above, for any reason. It is not. It is also not good enough when after doing these things, or even more minor attributes of the same, that you try to make it OK by giving to charity, or some other notable behavior.
You can't "fix" bad deeds with good ones, you can only fix them with permanent change. The words "I am sorry" mean NOTHING, unless you change the behavior that brought about the "I am sorry " in the first place.
Walk the talk, and always do the right things for the right reasons (that means don't do a good deed just so it benefits you or makes you feel better).
Lose the EGO, lose the ME, and walk a good walk.
Peshaui Wequashimese
(C)2011 Triple Moon Goddess Gina, May not be used, copied or reproduced without prior written permission
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Sedona, Glastonbury, Lillydale
There are places in the world that are known as energetic meccas. There are also places in the world that are known as "New Age" and consist of a bunch of folks who have dropped out of society, and who believe in the strangest things.
Some of the "good" places that come to mind are Sedona and Lillydale. Sedona is a place of beauty, wonderful people and an outlet for information, energy, and understanding. It has attracted many wonderful people. I can't say that I have met a bliss ninny, nor a rude person living or doing business there. It is so refreshing. You can find any form of authentic energy work imaginable, and genres from the Native American to Far Eastern.
Lillydale is a town in New York where spiritualists live. Spiritualists are those that communicate with those who have passed. The spiritualist church there is open to the public, and visiting during services may just earn you a message from one who has passed. All of the psychics living there have been tested and authenticated. Energy work and readings are all that they do. They are not always open to the public, but have hours of operation where the town is open to all.
Glastonbury is a bit harder to get to, it is in Somerset England. It is a small place that has metaphysical festivals that rival Woodstock. The history of the area goes back thousands of years, and like Sedona , it is said to be situated on certain energetic lines that bring a heightened energy to the place. There are stories of it being a place where King Arthur lived and roamed. Glastonbury can have its' "out there" folks though, so be ready for a few strange people.
These are all places with good, powerful energy. I have had a few people tell me that they are self proclaimed "energy workers" and such,are overwhelmed by the energy of Sedona and Glastonbury. If the energy of those places bothers you, you need a lot of work! Just like reiki, that good energy CANNOT hurt you, or make you feel bad in any way.
Take a little metaphysical tour of the world. There are many more places, these are just some of the ones I know to be authentic, quality places. Instead of sitting on a beach somewhere, go to where the good energy is, save the beach for another day!
Peshaui Wequashimese
(C)2011 Triple Moon Goddess Gina. May not be used, copied or reproduced without prior written permission
Some of the "good" places that come to mind are Sedona and Lillydale. Sedona is a place of beauty, wonderful people and an outlet for information, energy, and understanding. It has attracted many wonderful people. I can't say that I have met a bliss ninny, nor a rude person living or doing business there. It is so refreshing. You can find any form of authentic energy work imaginable, and genres from the Native American to Far Eastern.
Lillydale is a town in New York where spiritualists live. Spiritualists are those that communicate with those who have passed. The spiritualist church there is open to the public, and visiting during services may just earn you a message from one who has passed. All of the psychics living there have been tested and authenticated. Energy work and readings are all that they do. They are not always open to the public, but have hours of operation where the town is open to all.
Glastonbury is a bit harder to get to, it is in Somerset England. It is a small place that has metaphysical festivals that rival Woodstock. The history of the area goes back thousands of years, and like Sedona , it is said to be situated on certain energetic lines that bring a heightened energy to the place. There are stories of it being a place where King Arthur lived and roamed. Glastonbury can have its' "out there" folks though, so be ready for a few strange people.
These are all places with good, powerful energy. I have had a few people tell me that they are self proclaimed "energy workers" and such,are overwhelmed by the energy of Sedona and Glastonbury. If the energy of those places bothers you, you need a lot of work! Just like reiki, that good energy CANNOT hurt you, or make you feel bad in any way.
Take a little metaphysical tour of the world. There are many more places, these are just some of the ones I know to be authentic, quality places. Instead of sitting on a beach somewhere, go to where the good energy is, save the beach for another day!
Peshaui Wequashimese
(C)2011 Triple Moon Goddess Gina. May not be used, copied or reproduced without prior written permission
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Do not fear 2012 !
Since we are approaching the infamous 2012 date next year,let's put some fears to rest. First first and foremost the world is NOT going to end. There will be no cataclysm like in the movie with John Cusack.I have written about this before, and will say it again. The "disaster of 2012" does NOT exist.
Here are some FACTS about 2012:
Disaster is not eminent, although there are some predicted changes like polar shifts. Now that sounds huge, but scientists estimate it has happened at least a hundred times before.That means your summer may be your winter, and your winter is your summer.
The whole hoopla about this date came from one obscure temple. The significance of it was put upon it by anthropologists (mostly and sadly, Americans), not the Mayans. The Mayans don't consider it a major date at all, just another one in their SEVERAL calendars. Many say, the calendar ends...really? So does the one I have on my wall...will the world end Dec 31, 2011? Of course not, there are several Mayan calendars and yes, they continue.The people who know how to truly read these are rare indeed, and they are Mayans.
There are still Mayans living on this earth, their civilization is not what it was, but the population has not been entirely wiped out.
People quote "Mayan scripture" with doom and gloom , the "scripture" happens to be in Spanish. The Mayans didn't speak Spanish, they spoke Mayan. All that fear crap in Spanish that is claimed to be from Mayan temples is totally false.
The change coming is about higher consciousness, living not for oneself first, but for the world. It is about opening up to instinct, and guidance of the Highest Power. It is about faith , peace and cooperation, not fear.
There is no instruction that you need to go through this, nor class, nor attunement. The anthropologist, Albert Villoldo, who started much of this fear in order to promote his made up class, the Munay Ki, which he claims are ancient Mayan rites. (Munay Ki...clearly stolen from Reiki). He was thrown out by the Mayan elders. The Native Americans of this country protested against him, as first he mutilated Native ritual, second he did things like put Aztec gods in the Mayan "rites", and he made money off of "spiritual teachings" (something that is never done in traditional Native spiritual teaching).His rites and practices also clearly go back to Buddhist and Taoist beliefs. He made a mixed bag and sold it. He is listed as a fraud on the New Age Frauds and Plastic Shaman list. He is the man you can thank for all the 2012 fear. He studies and practices Neo-Shamanism, not Native American spirituality. Some confuse Neo Shamanism with Native American traditional beliefs, they are NOT the same. (Here is just one of the threads on his inconsistences :http://www.newagefraud.org/smf/index.php?topic=1393.0 ).
All of this hoopla also came out of Q'ero which is the NEW AGE, NOT traditional capital of South America. There is nothing wrong with new age spirituality or Neo Shamanism, but when you call it ancient tradition, THAT is a problem.They are all mutually exclusive.
The new age will most likely signal the end of new inventions, it is believed that everything we were here to bring into this dimension will be here at this time. You have probably noticed that new ideas, and products come almost every month now, when there used to be years in between them.You won't have to learn how to use your new cell phone twenty times.
There will be things that we have experienced before like larger solar flares, the last time this happened to this degree,we didn't have satellite TV or cell phones, so we will notice it more in the way of static and disruption of signals.
The bulk of important things that will happen are energetic. A higher consciousness for those who are open to it and who are ready for it. Those who put themselves before others and live a life that is full of hate, greed, and ego, will not benefit from the higher consciousness, but falter and learn life lessons over and over.
When you do the right things for the right reasons, you will thrive. Your body and mind are already a part of Creator/God/the Universe and will know what to do. You will learn, grow and be more aware. We will see more solutions to problems , and learn how to make this planet better and better. You do NOT have to fear, get an attunement, or take a class, and you certainly do not have to pay to be "saved".
Do not allow anyone to put fear into you about 2012, the only ones who need to fear are those who do wrong. They won't be punished, but they sure won't be rewarded either!
When you want to learn abut the Mayans, go directly to the Mayans and learn, not Americans, and certainly to anyone who charges to teach Native spiritual processes.
Stop the 2012 fear, if you see it, nip it in the bud. To guarantee a good transition for yourself, simply...DO THE RIGHT THING FOR THE RIGHT REASONS!
Peshaui Wequashimese
(C) 2011 Triple Moon Goddess Gina, May not be used, copied or reproduced without prior written permission.
Here are some FACTS about 2012:
Disaster is not eminent, although there are some predicted changes like polar shifts. Now that sounds huge, but scientists estimate it has happened at least a hundred times before.That means your summer may be your winter, and your winter is your summer.
The whole hoopla about this date came from one obscure temple. The significance of it was put upon it by anthropologists (mostly and sadly, Americans), not the Mayans. The Mayans don't consider it a major date at all, just another one in their SEVERAL calendars. Many say, the calendar ends...really? So does the one I have on my wall...will the world end Dec 31, 2011? Of course not, there are several Mayan calendars and yes, they continue.The people who know how to truly read these are rare indeed, and they are Mayans.
There are still Mayans living on this earth, their civilization is not what it was, but the population has not been entirely wiped out.
People quote "Mayan scripture" with doom and gloom , the "scripture" happens to be in Spanish. The Mayans didn't speak Spanish, they spoke Mayan. All that fear crap in Spanish that is claimed to be from Mayan temples is totally false.
The change coming is about higher consciousness, living not for oneself first, but for the world. It is about opening up to instinct, and guidance of the Highest Power. It is about faith , peace and cooperation, not fear.
There is no instruction that you need to go through this, nor class, nor attunement. The anthropologist, Albert Villoldo, who started much of this fear in order to promote his made up class, the Munay Ki, which he claims are ancient Mayan rites. (Munay Ki...clearly stolen from Reiki). He was thrown out by the Mayan elders. The Native Americans of this country protested against him, as first he mutilated Native ritual, second he did things like put Aztec gods in the Mayan "rites", and he made money off of "spiritual teachings" (something that is never done in traditional Native spiritual teaching).His rites and practices also clearly go back to Buddhist and Taoist beliefs. He made a mixed bag and sold it. He is listed as a fraud on the New Age Frauds and Plastic Shaman list. He is the man you can thank for all the 2012 fear. He studies and practices Neo-Shamanism, not Native American spirituality. Some confuse Neo Shamanism with Native American traditional beliefs, they are NOT the same. (Here is just one of the threads on his inconsistences :http://www.newagefraud.org/smf/index.php?topic=1393.0 ).
All of this hoopla also came out of Q'ero which is the NEW AGE, NOT traditional capital of South America. There is nothing wrong with new age spirituality or Neo Shamanism, but when you call it ancient tradition, THAT is a problem.They are all mutually exclusive.
The new age will most likely signal the end of new inventions, it is believed that everything we were here to bring into this dimension will be here at this time. You have probably noticed that new ideas, and products come almost every month now, when there used to be years in between them.You won't have to learn how to use your new cell phone twenty times.
There will be things that we have experienced before like larger solar flares, the last time this happened to this degree,we didn't have satellite TV or cell phones, so we will notice it more in the way of static and disruption of signals.
The bulk of important things that will happen are energetic. A higher consciousness for those who are open to it and who are ready for it. Those who put themselves before others and live a life that is full of hate, greed, and ego, will not benefit from the higher consciousness, but falter and learn life lessons over and over.
When you do the right things for the right reasons, you will thrive. Your body and mind are already a part of Creator/God/the Universe and will know what to do. You will learn, grow and be more aware. We will see more solutions to problems , and learn how to make this planet better and better. You do NOT have to fear, get an attunement, or take a class, and you certainly do not have to pay to be "saved".
Do not allow anyone to put fear into you about 2012, the only ones who need to fear are those who do wrong. They won't be punished, but they sure won't be rewarded either!
When you want to learn abut the Mayans, go directly to the Mayans and learn, not Americans, and certainly to anyone who charges to teach Native spiritual processes.
Stop the 2012 fear, if you see it, nip it in the bud. To guarantee a good transition for yourself, simply...DO THE RIGHT THING FOR THE RIGHT REASONS!
Peshaui Wequashimese
(C) 2011 Triple Moon Goddess Gina, May not be used, copied or reproduced without prior written permission.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
The Circles of "ME" are too small
So many people wrote to say that they saw an extreme lack of manners over the weekend, from college kids to an "80 something". Has the world gone mad? We are supposed to be moving to a better place,yet all I see is people looking at how things effect them personally. They stop right there, and never see how the other side of things may help some, or the the world. They do not see the difference between helping and enabling. They do not see how they infringe on the rights of others.
They are against health care becasue they fear (and we all know what happens when you act out of fear)that this will put them in the poorhouse... it won't. Better yet, many who cannot afford health care (and this does not include the indigent who already have Medicaid), who cannot get health care due to previous illness, and other groups, will now be able to get health care. We are one of the most advanced countries in the world, yet we allow our people to suffer. Why? The answer is : ME ME ME...it is the "M Syndrome" rearing its' ugly head, spurred on by the "F" word...not that one, but FEAR. Fear, that which causes us to make rash decisions which only bring relief for a moment. Decisions that never solve a thing.
One of the basic principles that this country was founded upon, was that we each get to do things in basically our own way, as long as that way does not take away the rights or "way" of another. For example, you can have a party at your home, you can do pretty much whatever you want , except harm others at this party (that includes under age drinking). Party for days if you want to. However, if that party keeps your neighbor from sleeping, or piles empty beer cans on their lawn, or leaves them with no place to park...you are infringing on their rights.
People get all hung up on "it is my right", and forget about all the other people around them. They do not realize that many things are not a "right". Driving for instance is not a right, but a privilege. Then we have part two of the equation, responsibilities. People do not want to be responsible for their actions, or act responsibly. They want to do whatever they please, where and when they want to. They think that is their right, and it is not.
People get stuck on the "my right", "this is good for me", "I need this", and forget about how that effects everyone else around them. When making decisions, we need to think about the whole.
Years ago I wrote about circles and how things always come back around full circle. There is a life in that circle, or a part of it, but there are also other people's lives in that circle. There is an environment in that circle. There is a Creator/God/Universe in that circle. You always effect another when you do anything, and being that there are circles in every part of our lives, you will come back to having to deal with it sooner or later.
Get off the ME ME ME side of things. It isn't always about what you want. Sometimes it is about compromise, sometimes you "can't always get what you want". Think about how your wishes, wants and desires effect others, and even yourself.
When your circle just includes ME ME ME , it is too small, it is a constant run around a treadmill, going nowhere and never expanding. Life lessons are never learned, and happiness is fleeting. Expanding your circle to quality people makes an enriched, learning and growing set of experiences and circles.
This is not a ME ME ME world, it never was. The world is getting smaller everyday.We are no longer tribes who live thousands of miles apart and across oceans who do not know that the other even exists. Those days are long gone. Our circles constantly intertwine with other circles. That is why now, more than ever, we must always "Do the right thing for the right reasons"!
Do the right thing for the right reasons, and no it isn't all about you!
Peshaui Wequashimese
(C)2011 Triple Moon Goddess Gina. May not be used, copied or reproduced without prior written permission
They are against health care becasue they fear (and we all know what happens when you act out of fear)that this will put them in the poorhouse... it won't. Better yet, many who cannot afford health care (and this does not include the indigent who already have Medicaid), who cannot get health care due to previous illness, and other groups, will now be able to get health care. We are one of the most advanced countries in the world, yet we allow our people to suffer. Why? The answer is : ME ME ME...it is the "M Syndrome" rearing its' ugly head, spurred on by the "F" word...not that one, but FEAR. Fear, that which causes us to make rash decisions which only bring relief for a moment. Decisions that never solve a thing.
One of the basic principles that this country was founded upon, was that we each get to do things in basically our own way, as long as that way does not take away the rights or "way" of another. For example, you can have a party at your home, you can do pretty much whatever you want , except harm others at this party (that includes under age drinking). Party for days if you want to. However, if that party keeps your neighbor from sleeping, or piles empty beer cans on their lawn, or leaves them with no place to park...you are infringing on their rights.
People get all hung up on "it is my right", and forget about all the other people around them. They do not realize that many things are not a "right". Driving for instance is not a right, but a privilege. Then we have part two of the equation, responsibilities. People do not want to be responsible for their actions, or act responsibly. They want to do whatever they please, where and when they want to. They think that is their right, and it is not.
People get stuck on the "my right", "this is good for me", "I need this", and forget about how that effects everyone else around them. When making decisions, we need to think about the whole.
Years ago I wrote about circles and how things always come back around full circle. There is a life in that circle, or a part of it, but there are also other people's lives in that circle. There is an environment in that circle. There is a Creator/God/Universe in that circle. You always effect another when you do anything, and being that there are circles in every part of our lives, you will come back to having to deal with it sooner or later.
Get off the ME ME ME side of things. It isn't always about what you want. Sometimes it is about compromise, sometimes you "can't always get what you want". Think about how your wishes, wants and desires effect others, and even yourself.
When your circle just includes ME ME ME , it is too small, it is a constant run around a treadmill, going nowhere and never expanding. Life lessons are never learned, and happiness is fleeting. Expanding your circle to quality people makes an enriched, learning and growing set of experiences and circles.
This is not a ME ME ME world, it never was. The world is getting smaller everyday.We are no longer tribes who live thousands of miles apart and across oceans who do not know that the other even exists. Those days are long gone. Our circles constantly intertwine with other circles. That is why now, more than ever, we must always "Do the right thing for the right reasons"!
Do the right thing for the right reasons, and no it isn't all about you!
Peshaui Wequashimese
(C)2011 Triple Moon Goddess Gina. May not be used, copied or reproduced without prior written permission
Monday, February 21, 2011
Protocol, manners, and respect
Note: Please remember to check my web page ( www.triplemoongoddessgina.com)for updates on events and classes.
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There are some things in life that is free to give, and free to accept, yet their value is, as the kids say today, GINORMOUS! Two of them are manners and respect.
That is, treating people and events with respect and reverence. There is no reason to ever be rude, condescending, or disrespectful. Sometimes these flow from ignorance, and that is why it is so important to learn, research and grow. Sometimes it flows out of greed, or ego. The "I" steps before the "we". There were several times over the weekend, where Matt and I thought "Do people have manners anymore?".
Anyone can get into a situation where they are upset, and cross the line. It happens. Then all you have to do is apologize, suffer the consequences (the person may never allow you back into their lives again), and then make sure you NEVER DO IT AGAIN. That is the key, never do it again, without it, your apology is meaningless.
We weren't put on this earth to never make a mistake, but to learn from them.
For a moment over the past few days, I thought "Maybe I am old fashioned", but I knew my daughter would never do the things I saw and heard some adults doing, so it isn't that. These were not even actions and words out of anger, but out of selfishness. I even had moments of "My Mother would KILL me if I did that." In our excitement, frustration, happiness, or anger, we need to remember to still follow protocol, to have manners, and to be respectful of others. When you feel that there is a need to step outside a boundary, ask. It may be possible. I have learned SOOO much , just by asking questions in the middle of doing things. Just ask, the worst that can happen is that you are told "no", and the best, that you learn something.
When learning, you are expected to make mistakes. When you claim to be an authority, you are NOT expected to step all over people and tradition, just for the heck of it.
Always ask yourself first, "is this the right thing to do (for the right reasons)?", if the answer is "no", then don't do it. That should cover just about ANY situation. Be honest with your answer.
Meanwhile, as my Grandma would say "Mind your Ps and Qs"...it will keep you out of trouble.
Do the right things for the right reasons. Manners are not dead, and neither is respect.
Peshaui Wequashimese
(C)2011 Triple Moon Goddess Gina. May not be used, copied or reproduced without prior written permission.
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There are some things in life that is free to give, and free to accept, yet their value is, as the kids say today, GINORMOUS! Two of them are manners and respect.
That is, treating people and events with respect and reverence. There is no reason to ever be rude, condescending, or disrespectful. Sometimes these flow from ignorance, and that is why it is so important to learn, research and grow. Sometimes it flows out of greed, or ego. The "I" steps before the "we". There were several times over the weekend, where Matt and I thought "Do people have manners anymore?".
Anyone can get into a situation where they are upset, and cross the line. It happens. Then all you have to do is apologize, suffer the consequences (the person may never allow you back into their lives again), and then make sure you NEVER DO IT AGAIN. That is the key, never do it again, without it, your apology is meaningless.
We weren't put on this earth to never make a mistake, but to learn from them.
For a moment over the past few days, I thought "Maybe I am old fashioned", but I knew my daughter would never do the things I saw and heard some adults doing, so it isn't that. These were not even actions and words out of anger, but out of selfishness. I even had moments of "My Mother would KILL me if I did that." In our excitement, frustration, happiness, or anger, we need to remember to still follow protocol, to have manners, and to be respectful of others. When you feel that there is a need to step outside a boundary, ask. It may be possible. I have learned SOOO much , just by asking questions in the middle of doing things. Just ask, the worst that can happen is that you are told "no", and the best, that you learn something.
When learning, you are expected to make mistakes. When you claim to be an authority, you are NOT expected to step all over people and tradition, just for the heck of it.
Always ask yourself first, "is this the right thing to do (for the right reasons)?", if the answer is "no", then don't do it. That should cover just about ANY situation. Be honest with your answer.
Meanwhile, as my Grandma would say "Mind your Ps and Qs"...it will keep you out of trouble.
Do the right things for the right reasons. Manners are not dead, and neither is respect.
Peshaui Wequashimese
(C)2011 Triple Moon Goddess Gina. May not be used, copied or reproduced without prior written permission.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Gaia, an important part of spirituality
Some people think that spirituality is going to church or temple. That is a small iota of what it takes to be spiritual.
The word originated with spiritualists, who were people that believed that there was more to "life" than this plane. They believed they could contact those who have passed, that there were other existences, and that there was more to the Universe than what we learned in church, or from are parents.
They were right. Today that belief has expanded to understanding that all belief systems are basically the same, they all believe in a higher power that wants us to do well, do good things, learn, and grow during our Earthwalk. This Higher Power is also watching to see how we take care of Mother Earth, Gaia, Mother Nature.
Without her, we do not exist, yet we do not take very good care of her. A truly spiritual person will support Gaia. They will recycle, use vehicles that run cleanly and efficiently, keep their yards and neighborhoods clean of trash, support parks and other nature based organizations. They plant trees, grow vegetables, and plant shrubs that shelter and feed birds and small animals. They keep pesticides and poisons out of their yards and try to expand that love of Gaia throughout their neighborhood, and the world.
Today you can do a little to help Gaia. Ornithologists study birds. Their nests, food, behavior, migration, and population. They protect endangered species through the governments, and try to make places where migrating birds can rest.
It is easy to help these folks, and this weekend, right now in fact, is the time. GO to :http://www.birdsource.org/gbbc/. Put in your zip code, and print your local bird list. Then all you have to do is look out the window for 15 minutes...or 15 minutes at a time. You can look out the window all weekend if you like! You do not need to be an expert. Just count how many of each species you see and then go on line to the checklist and put in your totals. This mass, up to the minute list is a great help to the experts.
So now you have your weekend homework, and you can help Gaia at the same time, right from your window, and comfy chair!
Happy Bird Hunting!!!
PS On a bird walk the other day we saw a Prairie Falcon, apparently they NEVER come to Indiana. Maybe he was lost, but he was beautiful. Look out your window, there may be a surprise waiting for you out there!
Peshaui Wequashimese
(C)2011 Triple Moon Goddess Gina. May not be used, copied or reproduced without prior written permission.
The word originated with spiritualists, who were people that believed that there was more to "life" than this plane. They believed they could contact those who have passed, that there were other existences, and that there was more to the Universe than what we learned in church, or from are parents.
They were right. Today that belief has expanded to understanding that all belief systems are basically the same, they all believe in a higher power that wants us to do well, do good things, learn, and grow during our Earthwalk. This Higher Power is also watching to see how we take care of Mother Earth, Gaia, Mother Nature.
Without her, we do not exist, yet we do not take very good care of her. A truly spiritual person will support Gaia. They will recycle, use vehicles that run cleanly and efficiently, keep their yards and neighborhoods clean of trash, support parks and other nature based organizations. They plant trees, grow vegetables, and plant shrubs that shelter and feed birds and small animals. They keep pesticides and poisons out of their yards and try to expand that love of Gaia throughout their neighborhood, and the world.
Today you can do a little to help Gaia. Ornithologists study birds. Their nests, food, behavior, migration, and population. They protect endangered species through the governments, and try to make places where migrating birds can rest.
It is easy to help these folks, and this weekend, right now in fact, is the time. GO to :http://www.birdsource.org/gbbc/. Put in your zip code, and print your local bird list. Then all you have to do is look out the window for 15 minutes...or 15 minutes at a time. You can look out the window all weekend if you like! You do not need to be an expert. Just count how many of each species you see and then go on line to the checklist and put in your totals. This mass, up to the minute list is a great help to the experts.
So now you have your weekend homework, and you can help Gaia at the same time, right from your window, and comfy chair!
Happy Bird Hunting!!!
PS On a bird walk the other day we saw a Prairie Falcon, apparently they NEVER come to Indiana. Maybe he was lost, but he was beautiful. Look out your window, there may be a surprise waiting for you out there!
Peshaui Wequashimese
(C)2011 Triple Moon Goddess Gina. May not be used, copied or reproduced without prior written permission.
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