“A religion old or new, that stressed the magnificence of the universe as revealed by modern science, might be able to draw forth reserves of reverence and awe hardly tapped by the conventional faiths. Sooner or later, such a religion will emerge.”Carl Sagan, Pale Blue Dot (1994)-- Feel free to reblog on WordPress. For other uses you… Continue reading A Religion Will Emerge
Category: Philosophy
In a Galaxy Far Away
In a galaxy far away, a flower may be sunning itself by a small stream as water trickles across the pebbles. Although I might never see that flower, the vision is easier to imagine than a universe in which we are its only life forms. From the immensity of the cosmos, it seems more plausible… Continue reading In a Galaxy Far Away
The Bible is an Ocean
Is everything in the Bible? Is there some ancient mystery of life that was left out? The Bible is an ocean. It contains fierce sharks and gentle dolphins. Everything one needs to know to live a fulfilling, happy life is contained between its covers. The problem is that one must paddle through its pages, separating… Continue reading The Bible is an Ocean
Who is Your Hero?
I suppose everyone has a hero, one who we can look up to for direction and advice without criticism. There is something in our inner selves that yearn for things that are good and true. If we are lucky, we usually find heroes in the wonderful blend of people and experiences that surround us. I… Continue reading Who is Your Hero?
Follow the Crumbs
A friend shops in the same markets as I do, goes to the same place of worship and drops her kids off at the same school as my child. It is interesting when I hear her describe the incompetent lunchmeat slicer at the delicatessen, the inconsiderate drivers who cut her off at the school, and… Continue reading Follow the Crumbs
Living Now While Preserving the Past
Living Now While Preserving the Past I have learned to respect the past. However, I try not to look over my shoulder at dreams that did not come true. I instead like to aim the compass of my life in a positive direction, knowing it is much more exciting to create something beautiful than… Continue reading Living Now While Preserving the Past
Love the Word No
Learn to love the word "no." A great salesperson loves when a prospect says the word no. That is because a great salesperson understands the answer no is simply the next stage of the negotiation process. Therefore, do not translate the word no as rejection, but rather as the next step you can now take… Continue reading Love the Word No
The Most Important Thing
The most important thing is to know that you are loved. Only when we know we are loved can we love ourselves. When we love ourselves, it is easy to love others. When we love others, our world becomes our beautiful home. – Diamond Mike Watson.
Plant a Forest
The earth is our mother. When we take from her, we must give something back. If we take without giving, we will surely perish. If we must cut down a tree, let's not just plant another in its place. Let's plant a forest.
The Speck of Dust
It was on the back porch that Tony and I discovered the secrets of the universe. We were never bothered by the hot rays of the afternoon sun, or the hardness of the concrete steps that flaked of worn, gray paint. A robin chirped happily in the tree above us. Tony played drums and I… Continue reading The Speck of Dust
How to Master the Art of Serenity
Do you want to master the art of inner peace? I discovered this quite by accident, for I was not searching for an ancient secret. Sometimes life's revelations are unveiled when we least expect it. I am so glad I was aware of those precious moments of introspection and stored it somewhere in my brain.The… Continue reading How to Master the Art of Serenity
Dream
I spend a lot of time day-dreaming. An amazing thing I've witnessed is that if one dreams intensely enough, and with enough passion, and with sincere intentions, dreams become real. If you hold a dream in your head, you will later be able to hold it in your hand. The Horsehead Nebula is a dark… Continue reading Dream
The Curves of a Scroll
In life, as in art, the beautiful moves in curves. - Edward G. Bulwer-Lytton http://dailypost.wordpress.com/2013/06/14/weekly-photo-challenge-curves/
It takes time.
When I was in my twenties I discovered this quote. I wrote it on a piece of paper, and kept it in my wallet for reference for many years. The words are still beautiful and true today. "Nobody sees a flower really; it is so small. We haven't time, and to see takes time -… Continue reading It takes time.
Dream Your Life
I've always been a positive thinker. Perhaps it started at an early age when my mother encouraged me to do my best at everything, and that I could obtain anything in life with determination. Fortunately, it does not take much effort for me to be positive. As I gaze at the wonderful objects and people… Continue reading Dream Your Life