Were we to love none who had imperfections, this world would be a desert for our love. — Thomas Jefferson In many people, I love them for their imperfections, not the other way around. It’s our flaws that distinguish us from others, and we all have them no matter how hard we try. Some people suggest to love…
Month: May 2016
Spiritual Health
Before my transplant apparently every body knew I was sick but me. I suspect the same goes for spiritual health. The last person to come to terms with my spiritual health is me. That’s why sometimes God intervenes in our life with a wake up call. We get caught up in our attempts at material…
The Call
Remember the deep root of your being, the presence of your Lord. Give your life to the one who already owns your breath and your moments. — Sufi Poet and Mystic, Rumi As we meditate, serve, and pray we are constantly searching for that elusive call — God’s plan for us. There are hundreds of books and…
Doing Good
Suzy gets upset with me when I respond to a question about how am I doing, by saying “good.” She reminds me that the proper word is “well.” However the phrase “doing good.” has a separate meaning, and one should never fear “doing good.” “Doing Good” is an art we all can cultivate and learn…
Success
He who for himself or others craves not for sons or power or wealth, who puts not his own success before the success of righteousness, he is virtuous, and righteous and wise. – Buddha One might ask who am I to suggest Buddha needs a little humility here, and he/she would be right.…