There’s no better day than fourth of July to ask: What is it that sets us free? James Rouse, otherwise known as “Dr. Energy,” answers that question this way: “Moving from me to we will set you free.” When the writers of the Declaration of Independence appointed themselves, “Representatives of the united States of America,” and acted “in the […]
For Readers
Indigos, Crystals, and Children of the Now
In my novel, Between Now and Forever, substitute teacher, Marjorie Veil, is asked to take on a class of unique 13-year-olds labeled by administrators as “troublemakers” and “unteachable,” when in fact they are highly gifted kids with unique supernatural and psychic abilities. Marjorie quickly discovers that behind their anti-conformist exteriors are gifted people who are sensitive, empathetic, and […]
Author Reading Dos and Don’ts
On Friday, June 11, thirteen authors participated in an “Author Read-In” sponsored by Friends of the Franklin Library. I was fortunate to be one of the readers. By fortunate I mean, I was able to learn what “not to do” during an author reading as I fumbled through two chapters of my novel in front of a kind and supportive audience. […]
Holding Cross
Last Friday, I attended a memorial service for my friend’s mother, Eileen. While sharing Eileen’s life story, the minister held up a Holding Cross and said that it had given Eileen comfort during her final hours. The Holding Cross, he explained, was specially created to give patients something meaningful to hold on to in time of need. It’s not a traditionally shaped cross, but smooth […]
Circle of Healing
“Community means strength that joins our strength to do the work that needs to be done. Arms to hold us when we falter. A circle of healing. A circle of friends. Someplace where we can be free.” Starhawk The above “circle of healing” quote came from this morning’s Science of Mind daily guides and relates to the post I […]
Vision Board, Inviting the Law of Attraction
“Conscious thought is the starting point of every new creation.” ~ The Science of Mind I’m working on a Vision Board as an exercise in creative visualization. A vision board is a tool to help unleash the power of your imagination in achieving your dreams. You glue, tape, or tack a collage of pictures, affirmations, and quotes […]