Added by Alexa on December 23, 2009 at 10:22pm —
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No Christmas would be complete without a recipe for this traditional christmas treat.
Classic Cooked Chrismas Egg-Nog
(alcohol-free)
6 Eggs
1/4 c Sugar
1/4 ts Salt, optional
1 qt Milk, divided
1 ts Vanilla
Garnishes or stir-ins
In large saucepan, beat together eggs, sugar and salt, if desired. Stir in 2 cups…
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Added by Alexa on December 18, 2009 at 7:30pm —
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First-step taken at Climate Conference in Copenhagen
Moments ago, President Obama reached an agreement with world leaders at the climate conference in Copenhagen to limit global warming to no more than 2 degrees Celsius and to require countries to list their national…
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Added by Alexa on December 18, 2009 at 7:25pm —
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In honor of my friend Aryana's new roomate "Rumi," an adopted bijon-frisee/mix, I was reading up on my Rumi again this morning. How interesting that he was born in present-day Afghanistan. And in 2007 he "turned" 800 years old! Well, in September this year he would have been 802. So here is a belated birthday t…
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Added by Alexa on December 16, 2009 at 9:30am —
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“When you haven't forgiven those who've hurt you, you turn back against your future. When you do forgive, you start walking forward.” - Tyler Perry
"If we really want to love we must learn how to forgive," - Mother Teresa
“Sincere forgiveness isn't colored with expectations that the other person apol…
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Added by Alexa on December 15, 2009 at 6:00am —
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Yesterday is over. Today is a new day. Today can be whatever you choose.
Focus on those things, people, events that make you happy. Choose a god day. (typo... or not?) lol
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Added by Alexa on December 15, 2009 at 5:30am —
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actress Jamie Lee Curtis
I would never trade my amazing friends, my wonderful life, my loving family for less gray hair or a flatter belly. As I've aged, I've become kinder to myself, and less critical of myself. I've become my own friend. I don't chide myself for eating that extra cookie, or for not…
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Added by Alexa on December 11, 2009 at 7:17am —
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As the war in Afghanistan continues, I find myself thinking about alternative ways this war could be handled. There are no easy solutions. And I was thinking, what would Ghandi do? Here is a tribute to Ghandi. With the hope of recovering peace.
"Generations to come will scarcely believe that such a one as thi…
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Added by Alexa on December 7, 2009 at 7:36am —
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Everyone who knows me knows I'm a pretty big advocate for expressing what you feel. One thing I've learned on my own path is that learning to have and express our emotions is key to finding out not only who we are, but also to our healing and authenticity process.
Like the John Mayer song "…
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Added by Alexa on December 5, 2009 at 8:00am —
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Smile quotes and sayings -
One word or a pleasing smile is often enough to raise up a saddened and wounded soul.
~ Therese of Lisieux
A smile is the universal welcome
~ Max Eastman
If you see a friend without a smile; give him one of yours
~ Proverb
All people smile in the same language.
~…
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Added by Alexa on December 3, 2009 at 6:44pm —
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You are a warrior when you have the bravery to face who you are, without fear, embarassment, or denial.
I came across this article in the Shambhala Sun. A wonderful explantion of what it means to be a warrior.
"Many people try to find a spiritual path where they do not have to face themselv…
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Added by Alexa on December 3, 2009 at 7:30am —
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Letting Ourselves "Be" During the Holidays
I remember last year when Christmas rolled around. I couldn't wait to decorate my porch with the lighted wreathe and garland I had been wanting to decorate with for a couple of years. Well last year I found the perfect one!
I felt so joyful and happy when my h…
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Added by Alexa on December 2, 2009 at 7:37pm —
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I like this little article from DailyOm on exploring our readiness. Are we ready for change? Are we ready to bloom? Are we ready to be ready?
Exploring Our Readiness: In-Between Times
It could be argued that life is more about the time spent waiting for something to happen than it is about s…
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Added by Alexa on December 2, 2009 at 5:08pm —
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Something mysterious and wonderful is happening and I can barely find the words to express it. Perhaps because it is so personal, perhaps because it is a mystery. But in the closing week of my husband's current job, I can honesly say that I am feeling very happy. A relief, a release, a let-go. And this "now" tim…
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Added by Alexa on December 2, 2009 at 3:00pm —
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With the holiday season officially in "pressing" mode, I have started to practice mindfullness as a remedy for becoming more conscious and peaceful throughout the holiday season. Being mindful with our emotions is a regular practice for those on the warrior's path. And I have plenty to work with myself…
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Added by Alexa on November 27, 2009 at 12:00pm —
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Thanksgiving Reflection
Gratitude . . . the sweetest of all the practices . . . mindfulness of gratitude leads to a direct experience of being connected to life . . . to the realization that there is a larger context in which your personal story
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Added by Alexa on November 25, 2009 at 8:23pm —
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Know Your Food: Eating Close to the Earth
by DailyOm
The food we eat is a multidimensional aspect of our lives. Food provides us with the energy that enables us to grow and prosper. Yet it can be, and frequently is, much, much more. Our food can be an experience in and of itself if we allow it to be. The d…
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Added by Alexa on November 24, 2009 at 8:23am —
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There are gems in the darkness if you look for them. If you allow the raw and unfettered vulnerability that lives in your soul to emerge before god and spirit, and even yourself, then there, at the center of your loving heart, you will find the surrendering, at long last, in the moment of sweet and gent…
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Added by Alexa on November 22, 2009 at 9:30am —
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My favorite poem on Faith of all time. Meant to be read slowly, it is surely one to savor.
Faith
I want to write about faith,
about the way the moon rises
over cold snow, night after night
faithful even as it fades from fullness,
slowly becoming that last curving and impossible
sliver of light bef…
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Added by Alexa on November 19, 2009 at 6:30am —
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Hello God
Hello God, I called tonight,
To talk a little while.
I need a friend who'll listen
To my anxiety and trial.
You see, I can't quite make it
Through a day just on my own,
I need your love to guide me,
So I'll never feel alone.
I want to ask you please to keep,
My family safe and sound…
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Added by Alexa on November 19, 2009 at 6:00am —
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