A beautiful day

[Whitehaze]

I watched the sunrise this morning bathing the trees with brand new light on a new day. I prayed to the creator and thanked him for this sunrise, for it conquered darkness once again. He pointed to my heart and showed me the darkness left over from the day before. I must allow the light in to conquer the darkness of yesterday. The sun shone its light onto my face and into my heart. I let it come in freely letting go of those dark things.

Those dark things were anger and confusion. I allowed them into my heart all on my own. There was also judgement there, and I have no right to judge anyone but myself. I let the light cleanse these things from my heart and spirit. And I thanked the creator. He was not finished.

I was made to see I had to forgive not only myself, but those that did not know. I had to reach out to the ones who I disliked and distrusted and forgive them. Even though my mind did not want to, my spirit and heart had to. I prayed to the creator to give me strength to do it. He showed me I already had the strength to do it, it was my mind tricking me to not do it. I give in to what is right and true.

I forgive those that would stand against me. I forgive those that do not understand me. I forgive those that would tear me down. I forgive them all. I prayed to the creator to forgive them and myself, for we are naive like children. The sun grew brighter and warmer in that moment. The light cleansing away all the darkness and unclean things that touched my heart and spirit from the day before.

I spoke with affirmation to the creator and swore that today I would not make the same mistakes I made the day before. I will not be like the dog that chases its own tail. And I humbly asked please show them how to not make the same mistakes. Give them the strength and courage to let go of those things that would keep them apart. Share this light with them all.

I again thanked the creator, and I stand to face a new day. Better than I was the day before.

I say to you all, if I have misjudged you or hurt you in any way, find the light in your heart to forgive me.


Edit: There are those of you who wil read this, and what others have written and shared below. If you linger just for a moment, you will feel that urge to share something. Do it please, you thoughts and words WILL touch another that needs it. Even if you do not know who it is.

[Celine]

Your words speak eloquently of the struggles of many Avalonians today...


I love you, thank you.

[lake]

That's pretty beautiful.

Must ask, did you actually do this this morning or is it a quote from some where?

Which ever way I like it and thank you for it.

gary

[Whitehaze]

That's pretty beautiful.

Must ask, did you actually do this this morning or is it a quote from some where?

Which ever way I like it and thank you for it.

gary

Gary, This is what I did do. And I am ashamed to say I do not do it enough. Please know I always speak from my heart. These are my words, these are your words and everyone elses words.

[TWINNICK]

G'day,

I'm with you on that one, well said.

I had trouble with this my self years ago,and still have my moments when I forget temporarily.

As soon as I grab my ego and give it a smack in the mouth and tell it that it is not my boss and I put it back where it belongs, I forgive everybody and I feel much better again.

when I realized that if I forgave all the people in my life who I thought had wronged me, it was like someone touched me on the shoulder in a loving gesture and said......... now your on the right path and all my bad attitude and self hurting hate began to vanish.

..nick..

[Whitehaze]

G'day,

I'm with you on that one, well said.

I had trouble with this my self years ago,and still have my moments when I forget temporarily.

As soon as I grab my ego and give it a smack in the mouth and tell it that it is not my boss and I put it back where it belongs, I forgive everybody and I feel much better again.

when I realized that if I forgave all the people in my life who I thought had wronged me, it was like someone touched me on the shoulder in a loving gesture and said......... now your on the right path and all my bad attitude and self hurting hate began to vanish.

..nick..

Nick, we all forget temporarily at times, usually when it is most important to remember. Allow me to remind you that we are on the same path. If I forget you will remind me, and when you forget I will remind you. Stay on this path with me and the Others.

[Charlie Pecos]

Whitehaze,

This bears heart is filled with joy! Thank you for your contribution.:thumb:

[Whitehaze]

Whitehaze,

This bears heart is filled with joy! Thank you for your contribution.:thumb:

Charlie, allow that joy to spill over onto those all around you. It is now that we need it the most.

[lake]

Gary, This is what I did do. And I am ashamed to say I do not do it enough. Please know I always speak from my heart. These are my words, these are your words and everyone elses words.

Whitehaze, wow!

If you can do this and still in some way be ashamed, then I seriously need to have far more than half a dozen words with myself!

Between yourself, Twinnick and Charlie P. you've brought tears to my eyes.

Thank you
gary

[jorr lundstrom]

Its a very beautiful day here in the land of the midnight sin.

Sun is shining, winds blow and the Great Tits sing their song of the spring.

Love and carrots to you Avalonians, guests, big brother, apostles and everybody else. :pound:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ob5jGCAxITo&playnext=1&list=PLB7C8879BFA133F05

[Celine]

May your night be as beautiful as your morning..



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMA-_ElvKsk

[benevolentcrow]

The light which shines beyond the world, beyond everything, beyond all, beyond the highest heaven. This is the light which shines within your heart…..The Chandogya Upanishad

It is so good to see so many Avalonians with hearts as bright as the morning sun.

In love and light

[Whitehaze]

The light which shines beyond the world, beyond everything, beyond all, beyond the highest heaven. This is the light which shines within your heart…..The Chandogya Upanishad

It is so good to see so many Avalonians with hearts as bright as the morning sun.

In love and light

Indeed, we all need to stand in this love and light. And remember.

¤=[Post Update]=¤

Thank you Celine, the music brings peace to me. But you knew that it would......

[Charlie Pecos]

Hello Avalon. This story is a little strong, so be warned. I bare my soul to you so that you may see that I am a human, being. If this story is not appropriate for the forum, please have it removed. I tell it in the hopes it may somehow help another.

When I was a little kid, I was the outcast. Have always been that way since. The cooler, tougher kids would pick on me relentlessly. Thing is, I would never stand up for myself. I was too afraid of what might happen. One day on the playground at recess in about the 2nd grade, I was minding my own business playing on a log jungle gym.

I was standing on a riser when one of these kids came up to me, pushed me, and said some threatening words to me. Then he turned, jumped down off the riser and started to walk away. In that moment I felt an overwhelming urge to follow after and kick his ass. His back was to me, I had the upper hand. But I didn't. Was too afraid. I have regretted that moment in my young life ever since.

The torment that followed was horrendous. I carried that for many years. By the time I got to high school, I was ALOT bigger than these people so they pretty much decided to leave me the hell alone. But the damage within had been done. I grew into a very angry and hateful young man. Had ALOT of hate in my heart. I can't tell you how many animals I killed and delighted in their deaths. Ego flourished in this environment.

I wasn't all bad. Somehow a pretty young lady took a liking to me and we got married. But ego was the boss of me. I can't tell you how many times I have gotten into it with someone who I thought was trying to push me around, just like that day on the playground. I have been the instigator in countless personal trainwrecks. I spent the first part of my life being abrasive to everyone around me. Ego out of control.

This led directly to my wife and I having to work through her affair. I hold myself responsible for it. I spent too many years pushing her away and hating on her. What was she supposed to do? She met someone who was kind to her, complemented her, took interest in her, and found her sexy. He said all the right things. I was a jerk. The revelation of her affair broke me.
If the Lord hadn't answered my prayer, I would have killed her, the boyfriend, and any coworkers that got in the way, not to mention the fact that a police substation was right around the corner.
I was going to kill as many as I could, then take my own life.

The universe intervened, and I was left a broken man with a broken heart. I can remember that pain to this day, dear God it hurt so bad. Worst pain I have ever endured. The old me died that day. It took a long time to woo my wife back. Through the grace of God, I learned how to treat a lady. Eventually we recommitted to each other. It came at a very high price.

Ego was still very prevalent. I tried to fill the void inside myself with material possessions. I did that for too many years. Finally, with a dwindling construction market, I could no longer support the lifestyle I had become accustomed to. We had to short sell our house and move into a small rental home. I was forced to part ways with the guy I had worked for for 10 years. My ego had taken such a blow, I lost my will to live.

I have been suicidal for about the last year. I have come very close a couple of times. My note has long since been written. There is no venom in it, only peace and love. I have desired only to go to my true home. This place is too full of pain. There is a deep and overwhelming sadness in me. Somedays it is too much to bear. My wife is well aware of my condition, and when she realized what I was planning, she spread my secret throughout my family. Needless to say I was forced to put my plans on hold. I realized it was completely unfair of me to put her through a second suicide in her lifetime. (Her dad committed suicide, I found him, we were close) I have carried on. But I have been praying to leave. I have told them that I have had enough and I want to leave. I have been asking for at least six months.

Last night I had a dream that I was walking into a restaurant with some friends at 3am. I tried to call my wife to see if she would meet us, but found that there was a message on my phone.
When I retrieved the message, it was intended for her from her dad (he is dead). Steve said "I'm sorry honey, James has passed away".

I would like you to understand that Steve has refused to visit me or communicate with me. I have had only one other dream with him in it. This is very substantial to me.
I was instantly filled with fear and regret in my dream. It scared me so bad I woke up immediately. That was 3:45 this morning. I commenced to praying post haste. I asked God for forgiveness, I told him I take back my request. I just can't do that to my wife and daughter.

At this moment, I have no work, no job. I'm almost out of money. The only place I have left to fall back to is my parents basement if I don't find work soon. I am fighting depression and I'm trying to keep my chin up.

I'm real sorry if this story is inappropriate for this forum. And I truly apologize if you feel I am airing my dirty laundry. This story can be removed if it is offensive or inappropriate. I mean no harm, and I have no intention of harming myself. Writing is very therapeutic for me and this exercise has helped me. If there is anyone here who is hurting and unsure of themselves or their future, please know you are not alone. Talk to me. Maybe we can figure it out together. I have a warriors heart, I'm just tired of the battles. I long for the warring to end.

This bear has nothing but love left in his heart, and he tries to show it to you every chance he gets.
It hurts me to see others participating in the infighting and division here on the forum.
The cattiness needs to stop. You know who you are.

I LOVE YOU AVALON. ALWAYS HAVE, ALWAYS WILL.

Peace, out.

James

[Ross]

We are teachers and we are students...
We are flawed and we are perfect...
We are all and we are nothing...

Peace and love to all:hat:

Ross.

[Whitehaze]

OK Whitehaze, I accept your edited challenge.

When I was a little kid, I was the outcast. Have always been that way since. The cooler, tougher kids would pick on me relentlessly. Thing is, I would never stand up for myself. I was too afraid of what might happen. One day on the playground at recess in about the 2nd grade, I was minding my own business playing on a log jungle gym.

I was standing on a riser when one of these kids came up to me, pushed me, and said some threatening words to me. Then he turned, jumped down off the riser and started to walk away. In that moment I felt an overwhelming urge to follow after and kick his ass. His back was to me, I had the upper hand. But I didn't. Was too afraid. I have regretted that moment in my young life ever since.

The torment that followed was horrendous. I carried that for many years. By the time I got to high school, I was ALOT bigger than these people so they pretty much decided to leave me the hell alone. But the damage within had been done. I grew into a very angry and hateful young man. Had ALOT of hate in my heart. I can't tell you how many animals I killed and delighted in their deaths. Ego flourished in this environment.

I wasn't all bad. Somehow a pretty young lady took a liking to me and we got married. But ego was the boss of me. I can't tell you how many times I have gotten into it with someone who I thought was trying to push me around, just like that day on the playground. I have been involved in countless personal trainwrecks. I spent the first part of my life being abrasive to everyone around me. Ego out of control.

This led directly to my wife and I having to work through her affair. I hold myself responsible for it. I spent too many years pushing her away and hating on her. What was she supposed to do? She met someone who was kind to her, complemented her, took interest in her, and found her sexy. He said all the right things. I was a jerk. The revelation of her affair broke me.
If the Lord hadn't answered my prayer, I would have killed her, the boyfriend, and any coworkers that got in the way, not to mention the fact that a police substation was right around the corner.
I was going to kill as many as I could, then take my own life.

The universe intervened, and I was left a broken man with a broken heart. I can remember that pain to this day, dear God it hurt so bad. Worst pain I have ever endured. The old me died that day. It took a long time to woo my wife back. Through the grace of God, I learned how to treat a lady. Eventually we recommitted to each other. It came at a very high price.

Ego was still very prevalent. I tried to fill the void inside myself with material possessions. I did that for too many years. Finally, with a dwindling construction market, I could no longer support the lifestyle I had become accustomed to. We had to short sell our house and move into a small rental home. I was forced to part ways with the guy I had worked for for 10 years. My ego had taken such a blow, I lost my will to live.

I have been suicidal for about the last year. I have come very close a couple of times. My note has long since been written. There is no venom in it, only peace and love. I have desired only to go to my true home. This place is too full of pain. There is a deep and overwhelming sadness in me. Somedays it is too much to bear. My wife is well aware of my condition, and when she realized what I was planning, she spread my secret throughout my family. Needless to say I was forced to put my plans on hold. I realized it was completely unfair of me to put her through a second suicide in her lifetime. (Her dad committed suicide, I found him, we were close) I have carried on. But I have been praying to leave. I have told them that I have had enough and I want to leave. I have been asking for at least six months.

Last night I had a dream that I was walking into a restaurant with some friends at 3am. I tried to call my wife to see if she would meet us, but found that there was a message on my phone.
When I retrieved the message, it was intended for her from her dad (he is dead). Steve said "I'm sorry honey, James has passed away".

I would like you to understand that Steve has refused to visit me or communicate with me. I have had only one other dream with him in it. This is very substantial to me.
I was instantly filled with fear and regret in my dream. It scared me so bad I woke up immediately. That was 3:45 this morning. I commenced to praying post haste. I asked God for forgiveness, I told him I take back my request. I just can't do that to my wife and daughter.

At this moment, I have no work, no job. I'm almost out of money. The only place I have left to fall back to is my parents basement if I don't find work soon. I am fighting depression and I'm trying to keep my chin up.

I'm real sorry if this story is inappropriate for this forum. And I truly apologize if you feel I am airing my dirty laundry. This story can be removed if it is offensive or inappropriate. I mean no harm, and I have no intention of harming myself. Writing is very therapeutic for me and this exercise has helped me. If there is anyone here who is hurting and unsure of themselves or their future, please know you are not alone. Talk to me. Maybe we can figure it out together. I have a warriors heart, I'm just tired of the battle. I want the war to end.

This bear has nothing but love left in his heart, and he tries to show it to you every chance he gets.
It hurts me to see others allowing anger and division to occur here on the forum.
The cattiness needs to stop. You know who you are.

I LOVE YOU AVALON. ALWAYS HAVE, ALWAYS WILL.

Peace, out.


Well I am glad you made it here. All this stuff is going to change, people need to make that a mindset. Start living it like you believe it should be. Times are hard, and they will get harder. But at the end of it is a reward. If you ever need anything, just ask.

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We are teachers and we are students...
We are flawed and we are perfect...
We are all and we are nothing...

Peace and love to all:hat:

Ross.

Yes sir, well said.

[write4change]

Dearest Mr. Pecos,

Your story of bullying and its consequences touches me. When I was ten I had a very remarkable teacher who did all kinds of remarkable things with kids on all levels. She could get 400 kids on stage and find a part for all of them and make them feel bigger being just a part of that whole. She taught me to teach in many ways. She knew each of us as individuals and she found time for us an individuals and she always called to our strength and not to our weakness.

One week she was gone and had a substitute who ignored everyone and was ignored. It freed the bullies to act. Something they never did while there was any chance of this teacher being around. Everyone always felt her power of knowing.

The smallest skinniest boy in class Danny Wise had started acting funny as far as we were concerned. He started wearing the stupid little cap to class. He was always studying. He had let his hair start to grow out from the usual brush cut and he started wearing strange clothes with strings sticking out. We knew he was a Jew but no one really knew any more about who Jews were other than they were the christ killers of the bible.

So in those days when teachers turned kids mostly out on the playground alone and went and took their breaks. The bullies attacked. They found an old fence post and tied his hands to it. Turned him upside down and kept mashing his head and face in the dirt. His face was totally beet red. He was crying so hard he was gasping. Huge snots were coming out of his nose. And they kept saying: "Say you're a dirty jew and we'll let you go." And he was screaming I'm a Jew and not dirty. They made a real mess of him. And by now half the playground is gathered in a circle watching.

And I am thinking I am the smallest girl like he is the smallest boy and ironically we are both knowledge wise the smartest. But neither of us have ever found that to help in any way. And I start praying please god, don't let them do it to me. It never even occurred to me at the time to say anything for him. That scene stayed with me a long, long time. It is still one of the major things of my mind. Mostly because I learned that day what a coward I was and that I would stand for nothing. I could never look away from that and it took me a long long time before I could stand and deliver.

I had the time to look at it a long time because I was not a guy. I did not have to perform in this realm that guys put each other thru. Before even the idea of woman's consciousness came into being, I had only to do what I was told and go along with the popular guys. I not only did not like these guys I feared them. Not long after that I was the first girl they chose to tell a dirty joke and sexually intimidate. I could feel my time was just around the corner. I had no idea what manifesting was then but I held out to the universe leaving and my father got a transfer within 30 days.

From then we moved almost every 5 months, time for me to try many different things to find out who I was. And I tried a period of gossip and bullying in Alabama. And found that I had to look at myself in the mirror no one else did and I did not like what I saw. It was then I dumped for me the whole concept of popularity and was totally free of that big backpack for the rest of my life.

30 years the later, the guys who were the lead bullies---one was a noted physician and one was a distinguished military personality. They seemed to have paid no price for the things I absolutely know they did over the years. Except nothing is ever enough and they still have a great big hole they are always trying to full.

The hardest person to forgive is yourself. The more you understand what you did or failed to do or both; the harder it seems to be able to forgive yourself. Other people forgiving you does not grant you peace. Only you can do that. I have done a lot of past life regressions and I do not know of one decent life I have lived as a man. And being a good man now is even tougher.

You love your wife and daughter. All of this is about what you allow yourself to see. You have the power to choose the light always right now. The choice is I want to be light. I want to be love for them, for me, for the world. It is you who chooses and you who allows. Would you let the world die because you could not forgive yourself? You are the creator of the world you cannot forgive. To punish yourself you punish the world. The minute you choose to be the light you both want and need, you ARE.

I can hear and feel your suffering. It is enough. Stop now.

Love, Jai

[Charlie Pecos]

Hello Jai,

You are, of course, quite right.
Therein lies the challenge.
I have my demons. we all do.
I am a work progress, and I'm working on it.

Thank you for your story and your love.

James

[sister]

Heading out to enjoy this beautiful day with your words in my heart.
This one's for you WH!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9Qn9aYiTm8

:)

[eaglespirit]

Beautiful Thread Here! Thank You All for Sharing Openly!

Charlie...I may PM You, Your story resonates with me powerfully and I feel my personal experiences will flow with Your now experiences in a good way.

Onward and Upward...Aho!!!

...felt the urge to add this here:

And let it be known…That THIS is exactly what the ‘powers-that-were’ do not want to happen…it is as simple and profound as that,
WE begin to open-heartedly help one another…baring our very souls…on the internet of all places...and one on one in real-life-in-real-time…OPENLY helping one another…no strings attached…no ‘what is in it for me’!
Simple-selfless-unconditional-love-with-wisdom flowing freely like a beautiful crystalline fresh mountain stream.
The Changes are upon Us…accelerating…because WE are choosing to accelerate them.

Many of You already know all of this…simplicity is the key to ‘right’ the rhythms of complexities…and We have begun to earnestly do just that…individually in unison!

I Love You All!!!

[Mr54]

Fantastic,
Wonderful,
Heartwarming,
Exemplary,
Special,
Touching,
Beautiful,
Mesmerising,
Life affirming..........................

All words which can sum up this wonderful thread. Thank you all for sharing so deeply of yourselves, we need more of this and less of "that" if you get my drift. Whitehaze special thanks to you my man for having started it, I have been missing the sun and feeling blue as here the sun is absent. But now I can feel the warmth on my face and the light in my eyes and my heart through the lens of your heart and words. Many thanks and enjoy!

U6tV11acSRk

[Whitehaze]

Heading out to enjoy this beautiful day with your words in my heart.
This one's for you WH!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9Qn9aYiTm8

:)



Thank you..........how is it all of you know exactly what kind of music I love?

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Fantastic,
Wonderful,
Heartwarming,
Exemplary,
Special,
Touching,
Beautiful,
Mesmerising,
Life affirming..........................

All words which can sum up this wonderful thread. Thank you all for sharing so deeply of yourselves, we need more of this and less of "that" if you get my drift. Whitehaze special thanks to you my man for having started it, I have been missing the sun and feeling blue as here the sun is absent. But now I can feel the warmth on my face and the light in my eyes and my heart through the lens of your heart and words. Many thanks and enjoy!

U6tV11acSRk

No need to thank me friend, I am just sharing what is already here.

[Charlie Pecos]

Hello all,

I would like to share something uplifting that happened to me this morning as a direct result of the story I previously posted. Last night after posting, I took my wife to the store to get some things. While we were gone I began second guessing my post. When we came home, I came back into this thread to possibly delete or greatly truncate my story. When I refreshed the page, I had a PM from Whitehaze. He was very supportive and encouraging. I expressed my doubts, but he told me to carry on. I left it, still unsure whether or not I should have shared.

"Is Avalon a good place for this sort of thing?"
"Should I have just left well enough alone?"
"The world doesn't need to hear my woes."

I was awakened at 4:30 this morning. They do not let me sleep in, my guides that is. They want me up long before the crack of dawn. I am not allowed to go back to sleep. They don't care how late I stayed up. I fought it of course, always do. "c'mon let me sleep another hour". Nope. Just to be stubborn I laid there another hour anyway. Of course my thoughts turned to my first post on this thread. Should I have or shouldn't I have? "James 'ol buddy, you are making a fool of yourself"

The reason "they" want me up at 4:30 or 5:00 in the morning is because I can be lazy and stubborn. They want me to meditate. I have a hard time getting my ass out of bed just to meditate, so I prayed for them to help me with that. They do. Ok, I got my butt out of bed this morning and sat on the couch. I pray before I meditate. I gave love and gratitude to my Creator. I asked to meet with my guides and guardians. I asked Him to show me my path, and since I can be stubborn and lazy, I asked Him to help me with that also.

I began my meditation. I use soothing meditation music to calm and clear my mind. I concentrate on my breathing to keep my mind quiet.

I was shown a book with "Charlie Pecos" on the cover. I asked them if I was to write a book. It never ceases to amaze me that when I ask them a question, the answer comes to me before I can finish asking the question. "Yes". I held that image and began to explore it. They indulged me for only another minute or so as I played with that idea. Then, suddenly, the session was over and my eyes opened. Kinda like "okay, your done, get outta here."

I laid back and began to contemplate that idea. Write a Book? I'm a carpenter, what do I know about writing books? But I do enjoy writing. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time here on Avalon.
Baring my soul to you all, and getting positive feedback, has been immensely liberating to my soul. I have met many kind and wonderful people here, and I love them, for they are me and I am them. To know that I am not alone, nor have I ever been alone is absolutely wonderful.

I got up and fired up the laptop. I have started writing my book. I stopped to check in here and had a PM from Peta. He shared his story with me. He encouraged me to not give up, to speak my truth to anyone who would listen. There are others like us out there he said. He encouraged me to teach what I have learned. What better way than through writing a book? Synchronicity at its finest. Caren shared her story with me and offered words of encouragement also.

My experience on that playround that day so long ago led to experiences later on that left their scars on me well into adulthood. I used to wonder what would have happened if I had kicked Kenny Titse's ass that day. What would my life have been like? I now know that it happened the way it did for a very good reason. It was my path.

I have always felt my path, always just known which way to go. I lost my path about a year ago, and I have been stumbling around in the darkness ever since. I almost didn't make it, came very close. Today I found my path again and am overfilled with joy.

I don't know where this will go, but I have let go and let God. I trust in the universe to guide me.
Avalon has played a crucial role in my journey, and I thank you for it. I now know why I was drawn here.

From the bottom of my heart I would like to thank Whitehaze, Peta, and Caren. You are angels in human form, thank you.

To Write4change, Thank you for your support and words of encouragement. You are right.

I sincerely hope those who read this feel the faith and love that I feel this day. My purpose remains unchanged. I am here to learn first and foremost. I will continue to speak my truth as I have learned that it resonates with so many others here. I love you.

Whitehaze, this is your thread my friend, and I thank you for writing your edit piece in your OP. I would have never shared if you had not written that. I sincerely apologize if anyone feels I have taken over your thread, that was never my intent. Starting threads is not my forte'. I post where I am inspired to post. No offence is meant to anyone, ever. Quite the contrary.

With sincere Love and Gratitude,

James

[Celine]

Dear bear heart...

In sharing your heart..you are healing mine...

thank you..beyond words.

[Charlie Pecos]

Dear beautiful flower,

You are most welcome.

I learn from you, too.

Thank you for sharing your heart with us.

James

[write4change]

James, sharing is the basis of both teaching and learning. The only time I am an effective teacher is when I am honest enough to show my flaws which allows the student to see failure is part of the process. The only time I am an efficient learner is when I can see the end result of the process I am attempting; the reason role models are so important.

When I taught high school, my first day speech was this: to one third of you I will be the best teacher you have had so far, to one third of you I will be the worst teacher you have had so far, and to one third of you I will make no difference at all. And the choice is always yours.

But the reason, I have been and still identify with teaching is the absolute thrill of sharing the aha moment. It is my DMT molecule stimulus.

Reading your joy and the boldness of your new beginning will charge me up to stay focused and on the path no matter who is loosing their heads and joining the chaos all about me. For this you have my deep appreciation and genuine thanks. And in the mirrors of our reflection and meditations may it ripple well and long.

[Celine]

James, sharing is the basis of both teaching and learning. The only time I am an effective teacher is when I am honest enough to show my flaws which allows the student to see failure is part of the process. The only time I am an efficient learner is when I can see the end result of the process I am attempting; the reason role models are so important.

.


I couldnt agree more...

Wonder how many teachers are ....reading....

[eaglespirit]

HeHe James!

I just wrote you that pm I said I may ...and here you are answering it in post 23...wild and wonderful stuff!!!

Carry On My Friend...Glorious times ahead...it'll take full-time diligent work from each of Us...but beautiful will be the blossoms : )

And thank you, Whitehaze and All joining in : )

Aho!!!

[Annacarl]

Wonderful thread. Thank you james, whitehaze and all of you beautiful avalonians!

[Whitehaze]

James, this is our thread.

[Gardener]

I hear you in my heart Charlie and Haze and all.

I understand the bear has the greatest of nurturing instincts and was one of the earliest if not the first 'god' worshipped by man.
I have had lots of dreams of bears, I understand they are deep in our psyche. You are being watched over and looked after.
Love
g

[Charlie Pecos]

James, sharing is the basis of both teaching and learning. The only time I am an effective teacher is when I am honest enough to show my flaws which allows the student to see failure is part of the process. The only time I am an efficient learner is when I can see the end result of the process I am attempting; the reason role models are so important.

.


I couldnt agree more...

Wonder how many teachers are ....reading....


Write4change: James, sharing is the basis of both teaching and learning. The only time I am an effective teacher is when I am honest enough to show my flaws which allows the student to see failure is part of the process. The only time I am an efficient learner is when I can see the end result of the process I am attempting; the reason role models are so important.

When I taught high school, my first day speech was this: to one third of you I will be the best teacher you have had so far, to one third of you I will be the worst teacher you have had so far, and to one third of you I will make no difference at all. And the choice is always yours.

But the reason, I have been and still identify with teaching is the absolute thrill of sharing the aha moment. It is my DMT molecule stimulus.

Reading your joy and the boldness of your new beginning will charge me up to stay focused and on the path no matter who is loosing their heads and joining the chaos all about me. For this you have my deep appreciation and genuine thanks. And in the mirrors of our reflection and meditations may it ripple well and long.


You know, the funny thing is.....

My brother is not a member here though he should be. He has much valuable insight and has been instrumental in bringing me to point I am at now.
He has told me that he see's me as a teacher, and his job is to protect me.

Now, I am a carpenter. I absolutely love what I do, it is my passion. How could I possibly be a teacher?
I wouldn't know where to start. I gotta be honest here, my head is swimmimg today.
What does he know that I don't?

I fear some may think that this is about me, but it really isn't. It's about us. I am trying to find my way, I am seeking. You all are helping more than you know.
It is my belief that I am also helping you, which brings joy to my heart.
I have not the words to express my gratitude to you all.

James

[Celine]

You have great words Bear heart...

[BowMan]

Wow- what a great thread, thanks Whitehaze and thanks James!
James you truly have a warriors heart for a true warrior TRULY hates war.

[jozam]

Thanx for being open and honest James x

[lake]

Dear James

You made me cry and for this I thank you.

This is quite a selfish post because I need you here in this tormented place, I need you, I need your heart and love.

If ever you feel that you should leave again, I ask you to please to stay. If you require a place for shelter, please come to stay with me in Bristol, England.

Only have a small house, still the banks but have a double room spare that would be yours. I mean this!

If you cannot afford the air fare then I will find the money to get you and yours here.

I need you here big bear and I don't even know you, but I know that we are all one and I am you and you are me.

gary

[Celine]

magic of avalon...

so beautiful...

[Charlie Pecos]

Dear James

You made me cry and for this I thank you.

This is quite a selfish post because I need you here in this tormented place, I need you, I need your heart and love.

If ever you feel that you should leave again, I ask you to please to stay. If you require a place for shelter, please come to stay with me in Bristol, England.

Only have a small house, still the banks but have a double room spare that would be yours. I mean this!

If you cannot afford the air fare then I will find the money to get you and yours here.

I need you here big bear and I don't even know you, but I know that we are all one and I am you and you are me.

gary

To Gary and All,

I feel so much love from you, thank you. I don't know where I'm going, but I sure know where I've been. (wasn't that in a song?)
I have always wanted to visit Merry Old England. Who knows? Maybe I'll get to one of these days.
Thank you for your offer Gary, you have a kind and generous heart. I need you too.
This bear isn't ready to give up on his den quite yet, but we shall see what the future holds.
We will all be together soon. I can't describe how that thought makes me feel. Overwhelmed with joy and emotion x 1,000,000,000,000,0000000000000000000000000000000!

Until now I could only dream of a reality such as this.

Avalon, you have healed a bear's broken heart this day. You have helped a warrior to see a battle worth engaging.
Thank you. I cannot quit now. Too much depends on it.

Love, Gratitude, and Respect to All,

James

[lake]

Whitehaze,

just re-read your original post again ( this is now about 5 times ) and I can only say thank you again, I am truly lost for words, this is teaching me so much about me and what i need to be.

Ta big time

gary

[Fractalius]

This thread led me thinking, then I re found parts of a 4 year old posting I made related to a similar topic. I had lost these words, and here they are found again.



Everywhere I go, there I am.
Every minute, every one.


The Dream Job

Oh to be blessed with a job that changes,
Like the season in ones own soul,
The hours as you like,
The workmates like family.
Oh to be blessed with a sense of purpose,
A fondness of ones toil,
A fearless chin pointed to each day of labour.
But when the scales balance these dreams,
Are they not immeasurable?
Inconceivable?
When day is done,
Hat hung,
Is the reward just to know,
Our best song was sung?

[Charlie Pecos]

Gonna go for a walk with my wife, but before I do, I was told to put this up:

Journey- Be Good To Yourself


FP-yr6iWPMs

[Lifesong]

Charlie Pecos,

A big bear hug from me to you! I feel a tremendous love for you and all of yours, and I'm thrilled that you are here.

My (ex)brother-in-law took his life this past November.

We were not close. When my ex wanted to come back home and put our family back together a few years ago, one of the boundaries I had set left his brother on the outside. It was a healthy boundary and the right thing to do to protect my children and myself from very destructive forces. I didn't really think my ex would go along with it anyway. He did.

This brother and his wife were arguing on the phone, she'd left him for the umpteenth time. During the argument he said "oh yeah? what do you think about this?" and shot himself in the head with a gun he'd borrowed from a family business associate under false pretenses.

He left a wife and two beautiful little girls, the youngest just turned 4. We hadn't seen the girls much, obviously, until last November. We were together a little over a week ago, playing games and eating together one evening. After one particular game, while all the adults told stories and laughed, the youngest child and I were on the floor picking up all the cards and pieces. My (ex)husband was talking when she learned over, looked at me with those big eyes and whispered "He looks like my Daddy."

Oh my.

So, yes, let us see the beauty in every day. We're all in this together and I'm infinitely grateful you're all here.

My love to you all.

[Celine]

May such sorrow, bring your family closer..

Thank you for sharing the truth and heart of that younf child with us all..

[Northern Boy]

Great day just finished shoveling a foot of snow out of the driveway so i can get to work tomorrow

[lake]

Great day just finished shoveling a foot of snow out of the driveway so i can get to work tomorrow

Thats ok NBoy, if were all one then you either didn't do it your self or you had a great deal of help!!!;)

[Lee-B]

I'd just like to share this with everyone. Please share with anyone you feel would benefit from it
HRrFvapV4ms

[Caren]

Thank You LeeSW1, that is so moving.. It really touched my heart! :)
There are many beautiful souls contributing to this thread. Thank you all very much for all the kindness and openness shown here today and especially for supporting our dear friend James. It costs so little to share love with others.
Love Caren

[Charlie Pecos]

Charlie Pecos,

A big bear hug from me to you! I feel a tremendous love for you and all of yours, and I'm thrilled that you are here.

My (ex)brother-in-law took his life this past November.

We were not close. When my ex wanted to come back home and put our family back together a few years ago, one of the boundaries I had set left his brother on the outside. It was a healthy boundary and the right thing to do to protect my children and myself from very destructive forces. I didn't really think my ex would go along with it anyway. He did.

This brother and his wife were arguing on the phone, she'd left him for the umpteenth time. During the argument he said "oh yeah? what do you think about this?" and shot himself in the head with a gun he'd borrowed from a family business associate under false pretenses.

He left a wife and two beautiful little girls, the youngest just turned 4. We hadn't seen the girls much, obviously, until last November. We were together a little over a week ago, playing games and eating together one evening. After one particular game, while all the adults told stories and laughed, the youngest child and I were on the floor picking up all the cards and pieces. My (ex)husband was talking when she learned over, looked at me with those big eyes and whispered "He looks like my Daddy."

Oh my.

So, yes, let us see the beauty in every day. We're all in this together and I'm infinitely grateful you're all here.

My love to you all.

Hi Lifesong,

And a Big Bear Hug to you. I am so sorry to hear about your (ex) brother-in-law. I felt much pain when I read your story.
I have given up my guns, in part, because it is too easy to make a mistake in a moment of pain.

My heart has a very special place for our young ones. They are more important than any of us are aware.
Thank you for your love and kind words. Much love to you and your family, and give that little one a big bear hug for me. ;)

With love and gratitude,

James

[benevolentcrow]

Whatever you are doing, love yourself for doing it. Whatever you are feeling, love yourself for feeling it……Thaddeus Golas

It was a beautiful day here in sunny Colorado! Spring is just around the corner!

[Lettherebelight]

Avalon

In this space we gather
A place where people share
A space where we feel stronger...
A place where people care.

Ghouls cluster in unseen corners
Strange threats chill the bone
Stand serene in morning sunlight
For you are not alone...

Come, gather to the fire of truth
Uplift a world weary mind.
This world's no place for a gentleman,
But those here, are wise and kind.



Thank you Whitehaze for words inspiring; Charlie, you are a writer of hope; Write4Change, for sharing your talent.
Thank you, every one...your words make my day beautiful.

[Cottage Rose]

May your night be as beautiful as your morning..


"HARVEST MOON"

Ahhhhhhhhh, ......... (sigh) ......... did that originate in heaven?

[heretogrow]

These stories are gifts from the soul. I cannot thank you enough for this thread and the wonderful gifts these words here have given me. To me you all are like beautiful, shining stars. Each of you. Thank you for touching me in this way. It came at exactly the right moment.

Much love,
Julia :)

[granny]

Hello Avalon. This story is a little strong, so be warned. I bare my soul to you so that you may see that I am a human, being. If this story is not appropriate for the forum, please have it removed. I tell it in the hopes it may somehow help another.

When I was a little kid, I was the outcast. Have always been that way since. The cooler, tougher kids would pick on me relentlessly. Thing is, I would never stand up for myself. I was too afraid of what might happen. One day on the playground at recess in about the 2nd grade, I was minding my own business playing on a log jungle gym.

I was standing on a riser when one of these kids came up to me, pushed me, and said some threatening words to me. Then he turned, jumped down off the riser and started to walk away. In that moment I felt an overwhelming urge to follow after and kick his ass. His back was to me, I had the upper hand. But I didn't. Was too afraid. I have regretted that moment in my young life ever since.

The torment that followed was horrendous. I carried that for many years. By the time I got to high school, I was ALOT bigger than these people so they pretty much decided to leave me the hell alone. But the damage within had been done. I grew into a very angry and hateful young man. Had ALOT of hate in my heart. I can't tell you how many animals I killed and delighted in their deaths. Ego flourished in this environment.

I wasn't all bad. Somehow a pretty young lady took a liking to me and we got married. But ego was the boss of me. I can't tell you how many times I have gotten into it with someone who I thought was trying to push me around, just like that day on the playground. I have been the instigator in countless personal trainwrecks. I spent the first part of my life being abrasive to everyone around me. Ego out of control.

This led directly to my wife and I having to work through her affair. I hold myself responsible for it. I spent too many years pushing her away and hating on her. What was she supposed to do? She met someone who was kind to her, complemented her, took interest in her, and found her sexy. He said all the right things. I was a jerk. The revelation of her affair broke me.
If the Lord hadn't answered my prayer, I would have killed her, the boyfriend, and any coworkers that got in the way, not to mention the fact that a police substation was right around the corner.
I was going to kill as many as I could, then take my own life.

The universe intervened, and I was left a broken man with a broken heart. I can remember that pain to this day, dear God it hurt so bad. Worst pain I have ever endured. The old me died that day. It took a long time to woo my wife back. Through the grace of God, I learned how to treat a lady. Eventually we recommitted to each other. It came at a very high price.

Ego was still very prevalent. I tried to fill the void inside myself with material possessions. I did that for too many years. Finally, with a dwindling construction market, I could no longer support the lifestyle I had become accustomed to. We had to short sell our house and move into a small rental home. I was forced to part ways with the guy I had worked for for 10 years. My ego had taken such a blow, I lost my will to live.

I have been suicidal for about the last year. I have come very close a couple of times. My note has long since been written. There is no venom in it, only peace and love. I have desired only to go to my true home. This place is too full of pain. There is a deep and overwhelming sadness in me. Somedays it is too much to bear. My wife is well aware of my condition, and when she realized what I was planning, she spread my secret throughout my family. Needless to say I was forced to put my plans on hold. I realized it was completely unfair of me to put her through a second suicide in her lifetime. (Her dad committed suicide, I found him, we were close) I have carried on. But I have been praying to leave. I have told them that I have had enough and I want to leave. I have been asking for at least six months.

Last night I had a dream that I was walking into a restaurant with some friends at 3am. I tried to call my wife to see if she would meet us, but found that there was a message on my phone.
When I retrieved the message, it was intended for her from her dad (he is dead). Steve said "I'm sorry honey, James has passed away".

I would like you to understand that Steve has refused to visit me or communicate with me. I have had only one other dream with him in it. This is very substantial to me.
I was instantly filled with fear and regret in my dream. It scared me so bad I woke up immediately. That was 3:45 this morning. I commenced to praying post haste. I asked God for forgiveness, I told him I take back my request. I just can't do that to my wife and daughter.

At this moment, I have no work, no job. I'm almost out of money. The only place I have left to fall back to is my parents basement if I don't find work soon. I am fighting depression and I'm trying to keep my chin up.

I'm real sorry if this story is inappropriate for this forum. And I truly apologize if you feel I am airing my dirty laundry. This story can be removed if it is offensive or inappropriate. I mean no harm, and I have no intention of harming myself. Writing is very therapeutic for me and this exercise has helped me. If there is anyone here who is hurting and unsure of themselves or their future, please know you are not alone. Talk to me. Maybe we can figure it out together. I have a warriors heart, I'm just tired of the battles. I long for the warring to end.

This bear has nothing but love left in his heart, and he tries to show it to you every chance he gets.
It hurts me to see others participating in the infighting and division here on the forum.
The cattiness needs to stop. You know who you are.

I LOVE YOU AVALON. ALWAYS HAVE, ALWAYS WILL.

Peace, out.

James
Big Bear ... thank you so much for revealing you beautiful soul to us. I have felt only compassion coming from you in the time I have been here. I too believe times are going to grow more and more difficult, but I believe we are all searching for our path and trying to walk it. Thank you again for sharing. Granny Jan

[dejavu]

[QUOTE=Whitehaze;147963]

I was made to see I had to forgive not only myself, but those that did not know. I had to reach out to the ones who I disliked and distrusted and forgive them. Even though my mind did not want to, my spirit and heart had to. I prayed to the creator to give me strength to do it. He showed me I already had the strength to do it, it was my mind tricking me to not do it. I give in to what is right and true.

I forgive those that would stand against me. I forgive those that do not understand me. I forgive those that would tear me down. I forgive them all. I prayed to the creator to forgive them and myself, for we are naive like children. The sun grew brighter and warmer in that moment. The light cleansing away all the darkness and unclean things that touched my heart and spirit from the day before.

I stand in awe of your clarity and love for what is right............. it fits so well with something I heard last night in Jack Nicholson's movie "As good as it gets".....You make me want to be a better man/women.........Thank you!

[Charlie Pecos]

Granny Jan: Big Bear ... thank you so much for revealing you beautiful soul to us. I have felt only compassion coming from you in the time I have been here. I too believe times are going to grow more and more difficult, but I believe we are all searching for our path and trying to walk it. Thank you again for sharing. Granny Jan

I think you need a hug.;):hug:

I know. I'm shameless. I just love hugs.:dance:

[granny]

James, sharing is the basis of both teaching and learning. The only time I am an effective teacher is when I am honest enough to show my flaws which allows the student to see failure is part of the process. The only time I am an efficient learner is when I can see the end result of the process I am attempting; the reason role models are so important.

.


I couldnt agree more...

Wonder how many teachers are ....reading....


Write4change: James, sharing is the basis of both teaching and learning. The only time I am an effective teacher is when I am honest enough to show my flaws which allows the student to see failure is part of the process. The only time I am an efficient learner is when I can see the end result of the process I am attempting; the reason role models are so important.

When I taught high school, my first day speech was this: to one third of you I will be the best teacher you have had so far, to one third of you I will be the worst teacher you have had so far, and to one third of you I will make no difference at all. And the choice is always yours.

But the reason, I have been and still identify with teaching is the absolute thrill of sharing the aha moment. It is my DMT molecule stimulus.

Reading your joy and the boldness of your new beginning will charge me up to stay focused and on the path no matter who is loosing their heads and joining the chaos all about me. For this you have my deep appreciation and genuine thanks. And in the mirrors of our reflection and meditations may it ripple well and long.


You know, the funny thing is.....

My brother is not a member here though he should be. He has much valuable insight and has been instrumental in bringing me to point I am at now.
He has told me that he see's me as a teacher, and his job is to protect me.

Now, I am a carpenter. I absolutely love what I do, it is my passion. How could I possibly be a teacher?
I wouldn't know where to start. I gotta be honest here, my head is swimmimg today.
What does he know that I don't?

I fear some may think that this is about me, but it really isn't. It's about us. I am trying to find my way, I am seeking. You all are helping more than you know.
It is my belief that I am also helping you, which brings joy to my heart.
I have not the words to express my gratitude to you all.

James
The most wonderful thing I see happening is the openness here at Avalon ... we are losing our fear and beginning to stretch. When we stretch we can all reach each other and discover we are all the same spiritual beings ... living in love and gratitude.
Gran

[Fredkc]

I think you need a hug.

Hug (http://fredsitelive.com/images/post/hugs.html) - available here.

[Caren]

Hi Fredkc,
Very nice to see you here.. That is so very sweet ! (Hug - available here) :wub:

[Icecold]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdIzQlWBWxs&feature=related

[Marie]

My heart is very touched by the sharing in this thread. Thank you Whitehaze and James for baring your Souls....you spoke to mine. And all the others contributing....so sincere and loving. It can feel lonely walking our 'path' and what a gift to find a place to share and be welcomed and embraced, where we know we are not alone. I am very grateful to have read this thread.

:hug:

[truthseekerdan]

Thanks to Caren who let me know about this amazing thread.

I dedicate this video to all visiting here, and especially to WH, James and Write4change for sharing their experiences.

Love you all, ♥

Dan


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNzJzHma2R8

[Dennis Leahy]

... you thoughts and words WILL touch another...[/B]
Well, you sure touched me.

And it stayed with me.

This was my waking thought today.

I have done this (total forgiveness) before, but your message revealed breadcrumbs I left behind. I have more work to do.


Thank you very much for your message, Whitehaze.

Dennis

[Cottage Rose]

I'd just like to share this with everyone. Please share with anyone you feel would benefit from it
HRrFvapV4ms

Now that is a first for me LeeSW1, a French movie clip on Avalon. That is a fabulous scene, so full of heart and soul. I enjoyed it very much. Thank you!

[ditting]

Wow! What is happening here is truly amazing!

James,

I admire your courage to share. You are so real.

I feel overcome with emotion. I'm grateful for these feelings.

I encourage you to share whenever you feel inspired. You are inspiring us all.

Let us surround you with our love and support.

You are truly valued here.

Blessings

[sister]

Taking a short break from our home school studies with this song on my mind:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPhANtc7WFQ&feature=related
Kids are out in the workshop with my dad learning how to use a lathe. Dog is snoozing on the porch, my canary is singing, and there's not a cloud in the sky.
Another beautiful day in paradise!

:) I give thanks for this perfect new day. Miracle shall follow miracle and wonders will never cease :)

Now, back to the books.:nerd:

[write4change]

Truthseekerdan,

I began my day with the joy of your post number 61. Made everything sing and zing. So great!

Thank you for posting it.

[Charlie Pecos]

Wow! What is happening here is truly amazing!

James,

I admire your courage to share. You are so real.

I feel overcome with emotion. I'm grateful for these feelings.

I encourage you to share whenever you feel inspired. You are inspiring us all.

Let us surround you with our love and support.

You are truly valued here.

Blessings

Thank you and many blessings to you!

It is an honor to be with you here at Avalon.

[Charlie Pecos]

Thanks to Caren who let me know about this amazing thread.

I dedicate this video to all visiting here, and especially to WH, James and Write4change for sharing their experiences.

Love you all, ♥

I am indebted to you for sharing this, it is quite valuabe.

Dan


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNzJzHma2R8

Hi Dan,

Wow! That made my fur stand up! From the bottom of my heart thank you for this video.
I obviously needed to see it, as it answers quite a few of my questions.

The part that really spoke to me:

"You are not tested and challenged without the ability to rise to the occassion:
To change, transmute, transend, remake, remode, and rebuild yourself"

Thanks again Dan. I'm gonna go watch it again.

[Celine]

A beautiful day...continues..


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3stsDXki__U

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[Charlie Pecos]

Hello Avalon, I want to share an open prayer with you this beautiful day.

Heavenly Father,

I come to you today to thank you for helping me to find my path again. I would like to express my love and gratitude for all you have made. Thank you for my beautiful family, and for the beautiful souls you have brought together here at Avalon. Without these magnificent beings, I would still be lost in the darkness. I prayed to you this morning and asked you to confirm for me yet again the path you have shown me. You didn't let me down. I'll be real honest Big Guy, I'm kinda scared.

I realize I must let go of everthing I have been holding on to and let you guide us. My tools, my truck, my possessions. It's just stuff and I know this, but that doesn't make it any easier. I also realize that the door has closed behind me. I see the program failing all around. I realize there is only one path to take. My life does not belong to me, I give it to you to do as you see fit. I trust you. I just ask that you continue to work through me to help others, and I ask that you help me to transend my ego. Help me to stay strong and please bring those into my life who will help me to be person you want me to be, those who will help me on my path. Of course, you already have, haven't you?

Your humble messenger,

James

[jorr lundstrom]

Today the old lady peregrine falcon is back on her old nesting site. Just for an inspection.

No mating yet, and everything seems as it should be here. She can afford to rest and take a

sun bathe for a while. No hurry, just letting everything unfold by itself.

http://i600.photobucket.com/albums/tt81/sakasvattaja/PeregrineFalconoldlady.jpg

[Whitehaze]

To everyone involved in this thread that started as a small tiny seed. It was planted, and you watered it. It grew so large and lush, providing a protective canopy over all. I saw all of you gather under it like family and friends should. You reached out to those that needed healing, and those that needed just a moment. And that caused them to reach out with their own heart and touch someone else. Beautiful.....just beautiful.

All of you, look up and see the tree of love you created.........together


Thank you to each and every single one of you. I am honored to be counted among you.

Keep this tree alive for everyone to come and spend time with us under it.




Charles

[Charlie Pecos]

To everyone involved in this thread that started as a small tiny seed. It was planted, and you watered it. It grew so large and lush, providing a protective canopy over all. I saw all of you gather under it like family and friends should. You reached out to those that needed healing, and those that needed just a moment. And that caused them to reach out with their own heart and touch someone else. Beautiful.....just beautiful.

All of you, look up and see the tree of love you created.........together


Thank you to each and every single one of you. I am honored to be counted among you.

Keep this tree alive for everyone to come and spend time with us under it.




Charles

Thank you brother for starting this thread.
I would never have shared if it hadn't been for your initiative.
My deepest gratitude and respect to you.
You have done more good here than you are aware of.
You the man!

James