In her wonderful book, Jambalayah, Yeye Luisah Teish tells of a strange event that happened near the end of 1982. She was alone, bedridden with a severe upper respiratory disorder. Between the congestion, high fever and sore muscles, she was on death’s door and could not muster the energy to do anything about it. She later recalled wondering what her mother would do, before … [Read more...]
Libra New Moon: Judge Not
Years ago, a prominent spiritual leader shared an intriguing incident that impacted her life. In the May 2020 issue of Science of Mind, Rev. David Ault recalled her story of attending her first high-profile political fundraiser. She said she suspected she’d been invited because she’d been strongly critical of certain elected officials. Anxious to make a good impression, she … [Read more...]
Aries Full Moon: Stoking the Fire
Some stars burn more brightly than others; Ruth Bader Ginsburg was one of them. She mightily stoked the fires of justice, leaving a legacy we’d all do well to emulate. In the wake of her recent passing, Marianne Williamson wrote: “As sorry as I am that she’s gone, for all the obvious reasons, I think that all of us need to be glad for her. If anyone deserves a rest, it is she.” … [Read more...]
Virgo New Moon: Figuring it Out
Have faith in one another... We are living through extremely chaotic times. As Thomas Paine said just prior to the American Revolution – another very volatile period – “These are the times that try men’s souls.” Yet great challenges can open the door to positive change, if only we can summon the courage to do what’s required. Lately I’ve found some inspiring (if fictional) … [Read more...]
Pisces Full Moon: Take a Time-Out
I’d paddled out far into the tranquil bay on that warm summer afternoon. Close enough that my parents could still see me, but far enough away that I was blissfully alone. With an inflatable device around my waist keeping me afloat, I surrendered to the salty green water. Seagulls were calling overhead, and my parents were laughing with friends in the distance. The bay and I … [Read more...]
