Monthly Archives: August 2020

Daily JOY

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Dear Friends,

In the mornings I love to read my spiritual magazines/books to help me start off the day in the highest possible way. Today I was reading some inspirational quotes and I would like to share a few with you.
In these troubling times I believe we could all use a purposeful word, joyfilled phrase or thoughtful reminder as our guide while we move through our day.

From the August Science of Mind magazine here are are few favorites:

Today is a fresh beginning, a new start and a joyous adventure on the pathway of eternal progress. Today is bright with hope and happy with fulfillment.
-Ernest Holmes

Thoughts are like arrows: once released, they strike their mark. Guard them well or one day you may be your own victim.
-Navajo Proverb

God speaks to us in the Qur’an saying that He will not change our condition until we change what is in our hearts and souls.
-Saleemah Abdu-Chafur

The moment we cease to hold each other, the sea engulfs us, and the light
goes out.
-James Baldwin

We must continue to be aware of our thoughts. Are they are stinging or kind?
Are our hearts filled with contempt or compassion? Are we embracing all others, alike and different than ourselves? Only when we do, we can then truly find hope and joy in our daily lives.
Holding onto anger or irritation does not keep us safe, healthy or change the world. If we want to change the world, let us begin to change ourselves.
Go Deep:
Why do I dislike people different than me?
Why am I angry with those whose philosophies are different than me?
FEAR of listening to a view different than your own…
FEAR due to an old tape from childhood…
FEAR of the unknown and change….

Let today be a different day, a new day, a new thought, a new feeling living with a new declaration:
I am happy and fulfilled today. I believe All people have their place in the sea of humanity. All are my brothers and sisters regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, love preference, political preference.
I am, and we are all connected in the family of God.

In the world of bodies, we are all separate. In the world of Spirit, we are all one.
-Marianne Williamson

Moving Daily with Joy,
Abigail and Steve

Interfaith Awareness Week a Success!

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Dear Friends,
 
Interfaith Awareness Week was a HUGE Success!  We had so many wonderful organizations which put on inspiring programs, prayer vigils and events.  People stepped up their technology ability with Zoom, on Facebook Live or their Website Live, recording the event and even putting people in breakout rooms for further connection and discussion.
We saw the Oneness expressing in all  the beautiful unique faces showing up either as wonderful speakers or enthusiastic participants.  Even in this pandemic, where we are to socially distance and wear masks, we have creatively discovered a way to BE Together, TALK Together, SHARE thoughts and experiences with each other.  As Steve often says, “We are not alone!”
This is so true.  Where ever we are GOD is, and all is well. God showed up in the faces and voices of many people this past week. We all felt truly connected.
The Closing Program had people from all over the State of CA and the USA.
Having online programs has given everyone an opportunity to “travel by computer” to events, happenings and being with loved ones. We don’t have to rely on cars and airplanes to get us to a conference or a weekend program.  Humans are discovering NEW ways to be and do, and it is good.
All Faiths, All Over CA (San Diego, Los Angeles, Encino, Pasadena, Carmel,
Culver City) and the Country (Virginia, Boston) were on the Closing Program.
People shared what they were doing in the Interfaith arena and how important
it is to be involved at this time in our country’s history.  We were  privileged to have Ruth Broyde Sharone, the creator of ‘Interfaith the Musical’ with us and watch a performance of one of her songs by Cantor Lori Frank and members of the Temple Adat Shalom choir. We ended with people saying inspirational verses on a shared screen with the title  “Rainbow for the World: Interfaith.”   
(See quotes above)
We encouraged everyone to write their congressman and ask them to get on board with CA Congressman Scott Peters when he presents the bill declaring the second week in August “Interfaith Awareness Week,” a National Yearly Celebration.

Beginning a New Chapter

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Dear Friends,

“… It is time to turn the page and begin a new chapter.”
(Science of Mind Magazine, August 12th Daily Guides)

I always like to read the Daily Guides in the SoMM. The quote above stayed with me because I really feel I am turning a new chapter
in my life and we collectively as humans are beginning a new chapter in our human evolution.
In the midst of this pandemic,
I am and we are opening our hearts and minds to a new way of looking at our life, our systems and structures.
I am, and we are reading books, gaining information and changing the way we view ourselves and others.
I am and we are SEEing our differences and are beginning to appreciate the various life experiences people have that are unlike our own.
I am and we, who are white, are listening now and recognizing the White privilege we have living here in the USA.

Our Next Chapter
Will show we are no longer hiding behind the old habits and ways of
doing things.
Will be setting up new ways of acting and reacting to people.
Will be restructuring the systems we are a part of to exhibit equality and opportunity for all.
Will be helping one another to a greater extent. When we help one, we help all. When we stand up for one, we stand up for all.

“Today is a fresh beginning, a new start and a joyous adventure on the pathway of eternal progress.
Today is bright with hope and happy with fulfillment.”
Dr. Ernest Holmes

I am and we are beginning to really SEE our oneness with each other.
I am and we are turning a new chapter in our human history and evolution.
I am and we are living in exciting times. Let’s step into the next chapter with joy, gratitude, fortitude and purpose!

Stepping into a New Chapter,
Abigail and Steve

Finding Commonality

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but inspiring video.

 

The first time I watched, it made me cry. All these strangers came together to help a stranded and scared dog who was about to be swept away at the edge of a torrent canal. The first man down almost lost his balance while trying to secure the dog. This is a heartwarming rescue.

After I saw the video, it reminded me how when we work together, regardless of race, nationality, political persuasion etc. we can be in service and do great things. Our focus is on selfless service, or SEVA. We work as a team and have each other’s backs. I thought, perhaps, no matter how opposite people view life, when there is a worthy cause, it pulls them together in brother and sisterhood. It brings opposing people together for a common cause.

Think about this idea when upset, angry or mad at a family member or co-worker. We cannot change people’s minds when they are adamant about their point of view. However working together on something NEW may just be the glue that can bring people together again. We need to stop trying to change people’s views and work on finding ways to come together in full cooperation and collaboration. Leave the opposing views outside the door. When inside we work together on a common project.

Finding Commonality,
Abigail and Steve