The young girl threw back the covers and jumped out of bed. She was excited for the day. Today was her birthday and she could barely sleep last night because she was thinking about it. Today I turn eight, she thought to herself. I cannot believe how old I am getting. This is going to […]
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The Birthday Princess
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Posted in Stories , Bringing people together, love everyone you encounter, positive energy, when we unite all things are possible |
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The Starry Night
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As the night grew darker, the stars began to light up the sky. The woman, lying on her back watched the transition and reflected. How did I get here? She wondered to herself. It seems like so long ago that I was lying in a hospital bed. Years earlier, the young woman was in a […]
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Posted in Stories , Intent versus content, intention versus action, judging others, understanding the meaning behind what is said |
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“If we know that we are not perfect ourselves, how is it that we expect others to be perfect? Even though I know that I make mistakes, I still somehow expect others not to make any mistakes. This does not seem like a good view of the world and of life and other people.” “I […]
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By Pat
Posted in Stories , Manifesting what you want, positive thinking, positive thoughts, what you think about you will get, where you place your energies will manifest |
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“Happy birthday to you!” The group sang. “Now make a wish and blow out the candles.” The man smiled and thought about his wish. Where had the year gone? He thought to himself. I wonder what I’ll do this year, and how fast that one will go? As the man thought about his wish, he […]
Read the rest of this entry »A Bunny’s Search for Happiness
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Posted in Stories , choosing happiness, finding happiness, gratitude creates happiness, happiness is a choice, how to be happy |
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“What are you looking for in a mate?” “I want someone who will make me happy,” the young bunny told her mother. “Well, dear, that could be a tough task, but I hope you find what it is you are looking for.” For the next few years, the bunny grew up and began looking for […]
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Posted in Stories , appreciation for what you have, finding yourself, gratitude, how to live in a state of gratitude |
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“I must have fallen asleep,” the woman muttered to herself as she awoke deep in the woods. “I wonder where I am.” As she rubbed her eyes she could feel the warmth of the sun on her face. Her face now was covered in dried mud that she used to keep the insects from biting. […]
Read the rest of this entry »The Caring Bees
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Posted in Stories , anyone can make a difference, caring for others, everyone is important, helping others, looking for ways to help |
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“Follow me. I see a bunch over here.” “Okay, wait up. I’m coming.” The two bees flew ever so gently to the newly found flowers, where they each landed onto a luscious daisy. “So I know this tastes good, but why are we doing this again?” “We’re doing it so we can help keep the […]
Read the rest of this entry »Break the Patterns
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Posted in Stories , being autonomous, Break the patterns, breaking the cycles, generational cycles, Thinking for myself |
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“I’ve got nothing.” “Really? You have no response to all of that?” “No, I really don’t” The two brothers parted ways after a deep conversation about their childhood. The older brother was asking for some sense of validation on his childhood, which the younger brother could not provide. “I just don’t understand how he cannot […]
Read the rest of this entry »The Inquisitive Squirrel
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Posted in Stories , finding your own wisdom, guidance, listening to your heart, standing up for your beliefs, Thinking for yourself |
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“How do you know all of this?” “Because that is what was taught to me.” “By whom?” “By the elders.” “Who taught them?” “Their elders.” “Who taught them?” “Honey, it all stems from the great book that our people have been studying for generations. You can read it for yourself if you would like.” That […]
Read the rest of this entry »The Cycle of Life
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Posted in Stories , Cycle of life, live this moment to the fullest, sleep well my friend, thank you for your wisdom, the end is unknown to us all |
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“I’m getting old and tired,” the tree said to the young sapling nearby. “I’m going to be the tallest, strongest, tree in the forest,” replied the sapling. The years ticked away as the old tree began to shed much of its bark, and lost many branches that dried up and withered away. The leaves sometimes […]
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