Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Monday, December 21, 2009
insects
December 21, 2009Working with Our Insect NeighborsThe Insect Kingdom A change of season may bring about a change in the insect activity in and around your home. Rather than heading for the fly swatter or bug spray or calling the exterminator, try working with the insect kingdom rather than fighting it. Making this choice on a conscious level puts you in touch with nature, allowing you to create harmony within your ecosystem.
Insects "bug" us for shelter, water, or food, but they can also come into our lives to bring us a message. Though many cultures have decided what insects represent to them, you may be able to decipher their message just by thinking about their attributes. For example, bees may be telling you to communicate psychically with your family or to spread your talents like pollen. Their buzzing could be warning you about someone who could sting you or reminding you to stop and smell the flowers. Once you get their message, they may leave on their own. But if they don’t, you may want to spend a few days patiently inviting them to leave. In meditation or aloud, explain that this is your home and that the insect world is outdoors. While you understand their hunger and thirst, you will provide them with a designated place outside. Be sure to offer them appropriate food and make a commitment to replenish the supply regularly. You can even make a ceremony of it: Choose a time such as suns! et every Sunday, or every full moon, then create a line of demarcation around your home with sage or by sprinkling some herbs before giving your offering. This serves the dual purpose of keeping your bargain with your insect neighbors and keeping you in sync with nature’s cycles.
As we make the decision to respect nature, whether inside our homes, outside enjoying a picnic, or while gardening, we acknowledge that we all share the earth and need each other for our mutual survival. As we work together, we learn how to live in harmony with all living beings.
Insects "bug" us for shelter, water, or food, but they can also come into our lives to bring us a message. Though many cultures have decided what insects represent to them, you may be able to decipher their message just by thinking about their attributes. For example, bees may be telling you to communicate psychically with your family or to spread your talents like pollen. Their buzzing could be warning you about someone who could sting you or reminding you to stop and smell the flowers. Once you get their message, they may leave on their own. But if they don’t, you may want to spend a few days patiently inviting them to leave. In meditation or aloud, explain that this is your home and that the insect world is outdoors. While you understand their hunger and thirst, you will provide them with a designated place outside. Be sure to offer them appropriate food and make a commitment to replenish the supply regularly. You can even make a ceremony of it: Choose a time such as suns! et every Sunday, or every full moon, then create a line of demarcation around your home with sage or by sprinkling some herbs before giving your offering. This serves the dual purpose of keeping your bargain with your insect neighbors and keeping you in sync with nature’s cycles.
As we make the decision to respect nature, whether inside our homes, outside enjoying a picnic, or while gardening, we acknowledge that we all share the earth and need each other for our mutual survival. As we work together, we learn how to live in harmony with all living beings.
Sunday, December 20, 2009
GOOD BYE MOMO
You were a good old boy and a great ride. 30 yrs is enough for a good old horse. Yesterday YOU WERE FINE and we trimmed your hoofs and this morning you were gone. I loved you very much but now we must part and you are in a better place than I. 
RETURN OF THE LIGHT
Potluck tonight at the Odd Fellows Hall SLOA Celebration Honoring Cultures, Religions & Traditions
At This time of Year Take part in this interfaith,
multi-cultural event through an artistic and
ritualistic experience exemplifying
“Return of the Light.”
Bring a potluck dish (no alcohol please) and
experience the similarity and differences of
various traditions this time of year.
Each group will share a 10 minute
presentation. Featured Traditions include:
• Native American
• Jewish
• Christian
• Hindu
• Peace Choir
• Scottish / Celtic
• Mexican Las Posadas
The evening ends with a participatory spiral
candle lighting.
WHEN: Sunday, December 20th
TIME: 6:00pm to 6:45pm (potluck)
7:00pm to 9:15pm (Celebration)
WHERE: SLO Odd Fellows Hall (520 Dana St.)
COST: Suggested Donation $5
All proceeds after expenses will be donated to
the SLO Food Bank
For more information, please contact
Paula Vigneault at 805-541-0367.
Wish I could go but have prior commitments
Saturday, December 19, 2009
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Strange Culture in a documentary, on Hulu (free web site for TV and movies) about an artist that was harrassed for investigating and exhibiting science/art exposing genetically modified food. After four years of court bs he was aquitted.
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