The Gift of Today

I woke up to a blanket of snow. Not a huge amount but enough to create a driver's frenzy on the roads of St. Louis. With the arrival of this most recent snow, I was gifted with an unexpected day off. Tuesdays are usually days when I market the PT clinic where I work; however, the roads were not that safe and a text message said "stay home today." Such a gift!

I have been told that 2014 is a year of change. For me, I welcome this change. After all the years I've been on this planet, I think I finally have discovered what I want to do "when I grow up." It isn't written in granite yet but it sure is getting close. I embarked on a spiritual path quite different from that of my childhood in 1985. The path has been a catalyst for me in so many ways. Yet, I've still been challenged to find that which I am to accomplish in this lifetime. It has become more and more apparent that I no longer belong in an office setting doing administrative work. I've been there and done that. So what is it that I am to do?

I feel quite comfortable at last to say my purpose at this time is to facilitate healing and spiritual growth of those seeking it. So many times, I have had people tell me "do what you love and all your needs will be met." This always resonated as Truth but I was never sure of what it was that I loved. Something has happened within me. Maybe as we spend more years on this planet, wisdom finds its way into our psyche. All I can say for certain today is that I am content and happy.

Affirmation for today:

Just for today, I am happy and grateful to be alive.

I am amazed and in awe of all of the beauty and good in my life. 

In gratitude, I let it be.

Namaste,

Mareda

The White Stuff Has Arrived!

For the first time in quite a few years, the St. Louis area is blanketed with snow....lots of it! Looking out my window, I see the beauty but I also recognize the dangers inherent in it. My plan is to enjoy it's beauty while I stay warm and cozy in my home. Right now, I see some one jogging by. I shall send them warm energy and know that they are staying upright in about 6+ inches of snow.


Traffic is sparse which make me rather happy. Getting stuck is so easy and getting back on the road can be a challenge; however, there are good Samaritans around as can be seen in this photo. People just started appearing and soon this lady was on her way.  My fervent hope is that she made it home safely.

My heart goes out to the homeless men, women and children as well as all the homeless animals. My prayer is that they all find warmth in a shelter and that their challenges shall be overcome this year. Those of us fortunate to have warm homes have a tendency to take this for granted. Days like this make me realize how Good my life is.

This morning, as happens many Sunday mornings, my church service came via the web from Agape Live. Rev. Michael was wonderful as usual. I particularly want to share with all of you his affirmation for the week:

Wild enthusiasm charges every activity of my life!
I am stark raving glad, God, loving and divine!
The financial energy of the universe flows freely through me!
I am a generous and generative being!
The high calling of Christ consciousness resounds in my awareness!
I am a sacred servant of God’s perfect plan!Gratefully I live these words of truth! And so it is!  Amen!

His message was simple. Basically, that we are all expressions of God; that God is everywhere and right where we are. When we pray, we pray with God. When we cry, we cry with God. When we laugh, we laugh with God. And on and on.

My intention this year is to remember that and make it an inherent part of my everyday life especially when a situation may seem otherwise. My affirmation in those times is

God is here; God is expressing as this person; 

God is guiding me right now. It is all Good. 

May this first Sunday of January 2014 be one of much joy and gladness. Stay warm and safe and know that you are Loved and that you are Love. 

Namaste,

Mareda

A Message from the Universe aka God this New Year's Day

On the first day of 2014, I plan on spending much of it in contemplation. What do I really want 2014 to be? How do I want to be? In my heart of hearts, I truly feel this year is one of change for the better. Not that everything will be smooth but that I will be able to smoothly move through the challenges and see the Good. 

Every week day morning, I wake up to a Message from the Universe. I highly recommend this as a way to begin your day. Mike Dooley is a true visionary who began Totally Unique Thoughts (www.tut.com) with his brother and "totally cool" mom. Today, I shall share my message from the Universe with my readers.

Dearest __________, 

 I was about to wish that your every dream come true. That you find yourself surrounded by friends, laughter, and good times. I almost wished that your every cup runneth over financially, romantically, spiritually, and creatively. That good health be your faithful companion, peace your guarded ally, and love your perpetual guide. When suddenly, it dawned on me that as an infinite, powerful, fun-loving gladiator of the Universe, with eternity before you and the power of your thoughts to help shape it... it's you who will be granting wishes this year. 

I'd like peace on earth, please -
    The Universe

Namaste,

Mareda