Signs, Synchronicity, and Waking Dreams

The Beauty Way (Article & Song)

On October 11, 2024

In Divine Love, Guest Posts, Love & Relationships, Songs (Original), Spirituality, Stories from the Heart

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Guest Post by Dennis Ernst
& Song by Michael Avery

Walking or hiking in nature has been my passion for many years. I learned early on that it was one of the healthiest things a person can do to improve health and well being. It doesn’t matter what your beliefs are, everyone can recognize and relate to the beauty of nature and feel uplifted by it.

While hiking in or near the Navajo Reservation, I became aware of one of their fundamental beliefs—”the Beauty Way”. Here are some words from a tribal elder:

Divine Timing

By Michael Avery

On October 8, 2024

In Divine Love, Guest Posts, Inner Guidance, Love & Relationships, Spirituality

Reading Time: 3 minutes

Guest Post by Jim Jackson

Tuesday afternoon, August 10th, 2021: The Kaiser hospice bereavement coordinator brought me a new list with the names of people, the bereaved, who had lost a loved one six months ago while on Kaiser hospice. My volunteer job is to phone them, sort of interview them, and determine if any would need and be interested in help from our excellent bereavement counselors. I’ve learned that divine timing plays a role in this.

You Are Not Alone (Song)

By Michael Avery

On October 4, 2024

In Divine Love, Love & Relationships, Songs (Original), Spirituality

Reading Time: < 1 minute

By Michael Avery

“When changes come, remember I am here. You are not alone.
Now be at peace, my child, and know that I take care of all my own.”

Seasons of Life

By Michael Avery

On October 1, 2024

In Conscious Living, Guest Posts, Love & Relationships, Spirituality, Stories from the Heart

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Guest Post by Dennis Ernst

The seasons of my life were passing quickly and I found myself late in fall. Days, like leaves blown from their tree, let go and followed the wind as it gusted and swirled into the future. Gone was the healthy image I had embodied, and the robust outdoorsman I once was had become a shadow of the past.

In the present moment, I had become a well-grayed senior with an unsteady gait, rambling along. Even the cool morning air seemed different now. As I scanned the surroundings, I noticed that things were changing fast.

A Glimpse of Forever (Song)

By Michael Avery

On September 27, 2024

In Love & Relationships, Personal Growth, Songs (Original), Spirituality

Reading Time: < 1 minute

Guest Post by Riley Carson

“Beyond the veil,
we’re more than we see.
Life is the journey,
death but a dream.”

Dedicated to You

By Michael Avery

On September 20, 2024

In Conscious Living, Guest Posts, HU: An Ancient Mantra, Inspirational Quotes, Love & Relationships, Personal Growth, Spirituality, Stories from the Heart

Reading Time: 2 minutes

Guest Post by RJ McBride

The story behind this entry goes back to 1985 when I was living on Orcas Island in Washington State. I had the honor of meeting and talking with Richard Bach, author of Jonathan Livingston Seagull.

Our conversation centered around my desire to become a published author and his devastating experiences with literary agents. His famous book was also rejected by eighteen publishers before being accepted.

Release Yourself From Yourself

By Michael Avery

On September 17, 2024

In Guest Posts, HU: An Ancient Mantra, Love & Relationships, Spirituality, Stories from the Heart

Reading Time: 8 minutes

Guest Post by Nigel Bell

The Seeker stood before a serene ocean of loving energy. Quiet wonder filled his heart as he absorbed the majesty of his surroundings. “Release yourself from yourself,” the Master whispered.

He pointed toward the vast endless ocean shimmering wildly before his eyes, like dancing atoms. “Let this nameless world of knowing be your cloak of consciousness,” he advised, as they both took in the vast Ocean of Life.

Moments Like These (Song)

By Michael Avery

On September 13, 2024

In Love & Relationships, Songs (Original), Spirituality, Stories from the Heart

Reading Time: < 1 minute

By Michael Avery

“It is possible to live twenty-four hours a day in a state of love.
Every movement, every glance, every thought, and every word
can be infused with love.” —Thich Nhat Hanh

This song was inspired by the Thich Nhat Hanh quote above and by Pichaya, who often reminds me that the present moment is all we have. She also subscribes to the philosophy of living fully each moment with love and appreciation.

“Moments Like These” is her favorite song of mine to date. I’ve dedicated it to her. Please enjoy.

Beauty Is Where You See And Nurture It…It Begins With Us

By Michael Avery

On September 10, 2024

In Conscious Living, Guest Posts, HU: An Ancient Mantra, Inner Guidance, Love & Relationships, Past Lives & Karma

Reading Time: 4 minutes

Guest Post by Gloria Lionz

Here’s to another lovely Sunday…Light rain graced the garden yesterday. This morning, I spent a little time with Apollo in the garden moving the little sign, “RELAX, LAUGH, REPEAT” near the blue pagoda. Of course, Apollo posed! He “KNOWS” he’s one ‘photogenic dude.’ (Feature photo)