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Much of our suffering comes from wrong perceptions. To remove that hurt, we have to remove our wrong perception. Thích Nhất Hạnh (October 11, 1926–January 22, 2022) The Fourteen Precepts of Engaged Buddhism Do not be idolatrous about or bound to any doctrine, theory, or ideology, even Buddhist ones. Buddhist systems of thought are guidingContinue reading
Day in the History of Racial Injustice
January 26, 1070 ~ In Evan V. Abney U. S. Supreme Court upheld Georgia court’s decision to close rather than integrate Macon’s Baconsfield Park, created by Senator Augustus Bacon for whites only.
Day in the History of Racial Injustice
January 16, 1832 ~ Alabama General Assembly enacted a law to bar Creek and Cherokee witness from testifying against white people in court and criminalized Creek and Cherokee customs including the meetings of tribal leaders.
Hopes and Dreams for 2022
Entering this new year from a place of gratitude and abundance will help me lay a foundation of self-compassion. New Year Resolutions have not been part of my past make up. This, my 61th trip around the sun, however, I am making a few based on the emotions that I plan to nurture, feed andContinue reading “Hopes and Dreams for 2022”
Ending 2021 Intentionally
So that I could start the new year off fresh, I am being intentional about ending 2021 with reflections. Tayja’s high school graduation and start of college, my taking a digital storytelling class, my committing to regular blogging and my hard earned improved health are my highlights of 2021. The loss of family members toContinue reading “Ending 2021 Intentionally”
Let’s Go Exploring
bell hooks (September 25, 1952 – December 15, 2021)
listen little sisterangels make their hope herein these hillsfollow meI will guide youcareful nowno trespassI will guide youword for wordmouth for mouthall the holy onesembracing usall our kinmaking home hererenegade maroonedlawless fugitivesgrace these mountainswe have earth to bind usthe covenantbetween uscan never be brokenvows to live and let live bell hooks (Gloria Jean Watkins, SeptemberContinue reading “bell hooks (September 25, 1952 – December 15, 2021)”
I am resolved:
To forget past mistakes and press on to greater achievements. To put first things first. To make my work a joy. To allow nothing to disturb my peace of mind. To never lose self-control. To spend so much time improving myself that I have no time for criticism of others. To think the best, workContinue reading “I am resolved:”
Relentless Robin 