6 Months in Quotes

This is the first blog on the new site, after much persuasion to to switch over from myspace so those of you (the very few) who aren't on myspace can also "enjoy" my ramblings. Since this is the first of many and my brain is a little tired today, I'm going to start out with a little recycling of quotes, experiences, etc that have moved me this year (so far). So for those of you who have read them already, please press forward or enjoy them a second time around.

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My battle cry for the year 2007 is the following address. At the beginning of 2007 I made no resolutions, only a promise that this would be a year of progress and changes.

We are the Ones We've Been Waiting For
We have been telling the people that this is the Eleventh Hour. Now you must go back and tell people that this is the Hour. And there are things to be considered:

Where are you living?What are you doing?What are your relationships?Are you in the right relation?

Know your garden. It is time to speak your truth. Create your community. Be good to each other. And do not look outside yourself for the leader. This could be a good time.

There is a river flowing now very fast. It is so great and swift that there are those who will be afraid. They will try to hold onto the shore. They will feel they are being torn apart and they will suffer greatly.

Know the river has its destination. The Elders say we must let go of the shore and push off and into the river. Keep your eyes open and your head above water. See who is in there with you and Celebrate.

At this time in history, we are to take nothing personally. Least of all ourselves. For the moment that we do, our spiritual growth and journey come to a halt. The time of the lone wolf is over, Gather yourselves! Banish the word struggle from your attitude and your vocabulary. All that you do now must be done in a sacred manner and in Celebration.

We are the ones we've been waiting for.

- The Elders, Hopi Nation, Oraibi, Arizona

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Six days into the new year, my dad passed away after 20+ years of fighting for health. I think everyone in my family is still feeling the impact of his life, both in watching someone struggle and in the peace afterwards. It's easy to pick what part of my life that has shaped me the most--my dad's journey--but there are many players in that story. One thing never changes...it's the reason I am social worker.

"So long as space remains, So long as sentient beings remain, I will remain, In order to help, in order to serve, In order to make my own contribution."-The Dalai Lama
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20 days after my dad's death, a long trip home and back, my very first niece, Jay Lynne, arrived. I swear that there are times, when she giggles real hard, that I can see my dad's goofy grin on her sweet face.

"Eventually you will come to understand that love heals everything, and love is all there is." Gary Zucav

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Our home expanded in February when my sister, niece, and her finance moved in. It's been a journey in itself. Home is what you make it..and for now this our family, this is our home...cozy =)

“There is nothing like staying at home for real comfort." Jane Austen

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In March I found an amazing new job after a year and a half of working unpaid overtime, not making enough to pay the bills, and being at a company that constantly made threats. I did learn some good lessons in faith there (in never knowing if the next day was the day they might do layoffs) and picked up some new friends. But boy, am I ever glad to be at the new place where they actually value their employees and treat them as their most valuable asset.


"Follow your bliss and the universe will open doors for you where there were only walls"
- Joseph Campbell

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I am a big believer in family...the birth kind yes, but more importantly one's chosen family formed of people we trust, love, admire, and lean on for moral support. I am so grateful for those that have allowed me to be a part of their life. The month of May has been really challenging as two people from our movie group family are dealing with health issues. You know who you are and you are both on my mind and in my prayers. I am continually inspired by your strength.

As for birth family, I am SO excited to have another segment of family moving to Texas (El Paso, but hey, but hey, it's closer than Virginia!)...Welcome to Texas Erin and David!

We ended May with a Memorial Day bash and a trip to see Lisa. It was great to be surrounded by everyone...

“The great gift of family life is to be intimately acquainted with people you might never even introduce yourself to, had life not done it for you." Kendall Hailey

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OK. That gets everyone a little acquainted with life so far this year, or at least some main points. I promise the next blog will be all shiny and new. Just you wait!

Peace.