Last night was the full eclipse of the moon. Where I live this took place between 1:55 AM and 4:45 AM August 28th. Did I view it? YES, YES YES! Would I have missed it for anything else? Not on your life! I hope you had the opportunity to do the same from your observatory point. Crazy me, I set the alarm for minutes before 2:00AM and opened a can of my favourite beverage and, from my deck, got a first class seat in the observatory of the entire scene of this unbelievable event. I stayed up until about 4:15 at which time a high layer of cirius obscured the balance of it. But, I did get to view the point of no light right threw to the point of new light starting on the other side. Many colors ensued the moon during the 'no light' period- reds, grays, etc. This event, I my mind, is so important. So many things these days seem to be based or referenced by perception and distorted truths being revealed through the laws governed by the universe. The eclipse is a real event, based on real truths, showing the real laws in action. I have viewed other eclipses in the past over the years but this one seemed to have more impact on me. First of all, I was alone. This, by default, allowed me to have only my own thoughts on the matter as it was happening. It also let me have a 'oneness' feeling- like it was only me and this special event. Also amazing was the fact that perhaps, thousands of eyes were doing the same thing from their vantage point, seeing what I was seeing.
All I can say is...WOW! Thank you universe for displaying your true self, your true light, your true darkness, your truths. I toast to the moon and the sun and earth for showing me a great thing at a great moment in time.
Until the next WebLog...
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
When you Pick the Piper...
...you play the tune.
Life has a funny way of revealing itself. Integrity or lack of it reveals itself the same way every time it is challenged. Do you stand up for what is right or do you yield to the voices of what is unethical, wrong. Recently I was looking over a website which revealed political financial payoffs to companies that supported their 'cause'. You pick the piper, in this case the political party, and when the winnings come home, it's you who gets to pick the tune. Now I know why most of the music I hear these days is crap. And I'm a guy who absolutely loves music! All puns aside, I believe integrity is revealed every time you hear the tune. And this happens in every facet of society, not just politics. I guess a person should not be surprised in this now global competitive environment we all choose to do what we do everyday. I just thank God there are still some people who value high integrity and pick alliances with pipers who also have and operate with a high degree of integrity. By now I am sure you are wondering where all this is going. I work in an environment where I see this behaviour, or lack of integrity, dispayed all the time. i see the actions displayed to pick the piper, and yes, I hear the tune. And it is not a nice tune when it fills the air. Further I see these same people then acting like your are not hearing the tune correctly and do not understand, and therefore should mind your business. Interesting to be told by someone with no integrity what the problem is AND what the solution is, right? Like dah! He who creates the problem knows exactly what solution plays the right tune. What is even more amazing is these same people actually believe there own garbage. Then if and when things go the 'wrong way' against what they are planning, they go so far as to act like they were not responsible for the result and it is someone elses fault.
I believe life only goes forward when people stand up for what is right and speak from the same integrity. Then they do not have to cover their tracks. Someone once said do not do anything you do not want to see printed in the local paper. Yet these days, the most of these same people will keep covering their tracks, because they know the damage control they have to perform otherwise.
I say the smartest thing to do is pick the high side of life where integrity lives, then you will always be able to look forward, go forward, and speak from integrity and never have to cover your tracks. Remember that the person who has to always look over their back all the time easily falls in holes. Pick the right piper and everyone will be influenced in a better way when they hear the tune. And you will be someone people can trust. You will be building your reputation and momentum to greater things in your life. And all the great things will naturally come back to you with true abundance.
Until the next weblog...
Life has a funny way of revealing itself. Integrity or lack of it reveals itself the same way every time it is challenged. Do you stand up for what is right or do you yield to the voices of what is unethical, wrong. Recently I was looking over a website which revealed political financial payoffs to companies that supported their 'cause'. You pick the piper, in this case the political party, and when the winnings come home, it's you who gets to pick the tune. Now I know why most of the music I hear these days is crap. And I'm a guy who absolutely loves music! All puns aside, I believe integrity is revealed every time you hear the tune. And this happens in every facet of society, not just politics. I guess a person should not be surprised in this now global competitive environment we all choose to do what we do everyday. I just thank God there are still some people who value high integrity and pick alliances with pipers who also have and operate with a high degree of integrity. By now I am sure you are wondering where all this is going. I work in an environment where I see this behaviour, or lack of integrity, dispayed all the time. i see the actions displayed to pick the piper, and yes, I hear the tune. And it is not a nice tune when it fills the air. Further I see these same people then acting like your are not hearing the tune correctly and do not understand, and therefore should mind your business. Interesting to be told by someone with no integrity what the problem is AND what the solution is, right? Like dah! He who creates the problem knows exactly what solution plays the right tune. What is even more amazing is these same people actually believe there own garbage. Then if and when things go the 'wrong way' against what they are planning, they go so far as to act like they were not responsible for the result and it is someone elses fault.
I believe life only goes forward when people stand up for what is right and speak from the same integrity. Then they do not have to cover their tracks. Someone once said do not do anything you do not want to see printed in the local paper. Yet these days, the most of these same people will keep covering their tracks, because they know the damage control they have to perform otherwise.
I say the smartest thing to do is pick the high side of life where integrity lives, then you will always be able to look forward, go forward, and speak from integrity and never have to cover your tracks. Remember that the person who has to always look over their back all the time easily falls in holes. Pick the right piper and everyone will be influenced in a better way when they hear the tune. And you will be someone people can trust. You will be building your reputation and momentum to greater things in your life. And all the great things will naturally come back to you with true abundance.
Until the next weblog...
Thursday, August 2, 2007
RSVP me by...
When I think of an invitation to something, especially something special, it seems so appropriate to receive it by RSVP, that special card to requires a response to confirm your participation. That signifies the importance of the event in the mind's eye of the host. It also places on the importance of your participation. You are obviously held in high esteem to be there to be a part of such an event. Hence...a special invitation with a time-line for response.
Many social functions shadow themselves as important activities for the requested participants, but with no RSVP request. Just a phone call or email. Most of these events seem to start informal with people choosing to arrive when they 'want to' or perhaps not showing up at all. They go about activities informally with anyone wanting to participate doing so, while others simply staying out of the way. Many cling to their own close circle they came with, hang out the way they hang out, getting what they want from it, eat what and when they want to, scope others around them and eventually leave, without even saying bye. Even the so called 'hosts' of the party many times do not have expectations nor set the tone and direct it accordingly. It's like most people just 'floating around' and 'hanging out' with no real construct or form to bring order.
I think we should bring back the 'special events' in our lives and set expectation of the event and participants. I think this brings a sense of respect to the event and will raise the event to a better level of enjoyment for all. If you were invited to a Royal event or something of equal status, you know you would recieve an RSVP. You also know you would BE THERE, on time, dressed to the '10's', and would act in an appropriate manner and socialize with everyone you could, and participate in everything you are asked to be invloved with- all the fun! So why would we not choose to do the same at our own events? We can choose to or choose not too. It's that simple. Maybe we do not want to display higher manners and act 'differently' than we do when our 'guard' is off. Isn't it time we start choosing the higher road of fun and activities in our own backyard than waiting for an RSVP from someone else? I bet you would be surprised to find the participants following your lead and enjoying it, right to the end! Lead...don't follow. Set the expectation. Now that's the kind of party I want to go to! So, if you decide to have a party coming up, don't be scared to RSVP me. I promise to answer it timely, and yes show up on time, dress to the 10's, and enjoy your event, your way, and maybe even have an intimate conversation with you! If I RSVP you to come to my event you now know what I expect. I of course will look forward to seeing you and enjoying your company, and you will be treated to a great time hosted by your's truly!
Until the next WebLog...
Many social functions shadow themselves as important activities for the requested participants, but with no RSVP request. Just a phone call or email. Most of these events seem to start informal with people choosing to arrive when they 'want to' or perhaps not showing up at all. They go about activities informally with anyone wanting to participate doing so, while others simply staying out of the way. Many cling to their own close circle they came with, hang out the way they hang out, getting what they want from it, eat what and when they want to, scope others around them and eventually leave, without even saying bye. Even the so called 'hosts' of the party many times do not have expectations nor set the tone and direct it accordingly. It's like most people just 'floating around' and 'hanging out' with no real construct or form to bring order.
I think we should bring back the 'special events' in our lives and set expectation of the event and participants. I think this brings a sense of respect to the event and will raise the event to a better level of enjoyment for all. If you were invited to a Royal event or something of equal status, you know you would recieve an RSVP. You also know you would BE THERE, on time, dressed to the '10's', and would act in an appropriate manner and socialize with everyone you could, and participate in everything you are asked to be invloved with- all the fun! So why would we not choose to do the same at our own events? We can choose to or choose not too. It's that simple. Maybe we do not want to display higher manners and act 'differently' than we do when our 'guard' is off. Isn't it time we start choosing the higher road of fun and activities in our own backyard than waiting for an RSVP from someone else? I bet you would be surprised to find the participants following your lead and enjoying it, right to the end! Lead...don't follow. Set the expectation. Now that's the kind of party I want to go to! So, if you decide to have a party coming up, don't be scared to RSVP me. I promise to answer it timely, and yes show up on time, dress to the 10's, and enjoy your event, your way, and maybe even have an intimate conversation with you! If I RSVP you to come to my event you now know what I expect. I of course will look forward to seeing you and enjoying your company, and you will be treated to a great time hosted by your's truly!
Until the next WebLog...
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