It Takes a Village.......a Village Makes a World

Sometimes we do not anticipate the amount of support that we will get from others when we pursue our ideas. Going back to a former posting, where I suggested that we often feel separate, making our way in the world fending for ourselves, either unwilling or feeling unable to ask for help. How delighted I was to be approached by my chiropractor and his staff to learn how they could support and promote Trails for Dale.

It is no surprise that Dr. Gary Zetterberg and his office assistants Janine and Sarah would be anxious and enthusiatic to support this journey. For Gary, Janine and Sarah are all people who believe in serving others. They have devoted the chiropractic practice to it, and actively find ways to serve the community and the people in it. Most recent is their drive to get clothing donations for the less fortunate.

And so it is; that our lives here on this planet are about serving others. Unfortunately, too many of us are distracted by the illusions that surround us in the form of material gain. We identify ourselves with objects, like our house, car, clothes, jewelry or other external "thing." These things take us further away from our spiritual essence, that which is driven by love, gratitude, compassion, generosity. If you are looking for abundance, know that the stuff that Joy is made of is infinate in supply!

On behalf of Trails for Dale, I wish to thank Dr. Zetterberg, Janine and Sarah, for believing in me, believing in the Spirit of Trails for Dale and believing in the idea that serving others is the most significant contribution that we can make to our village and to our world. With love and appreciation, Thank you!!!

The Road Ahead...How Far Can You See?

Well, we have mapped our the journey, and in the process discovered the Blue Ridge Parkway. We decided this will be the a great route to venture in to many towns along the way. I so look forward to this journey, and to connect with all the people along the way. Although I have a map, I am uncertain of the terrain. I do not know how steep are the climbs, how winding the roads, how sharp the turns. At any given time I will only be able to see up to the next bend.

Even with the uncertainty, it is enough to see that which is in front of me. It is just like the living of our lives, one moment at a time. All that is required is to be present in that moment. All that is required is to be present on that hill, on that corner, at that turn.

So enjoy the mystery, enjoy the unfolding of it all, one step at a time. Hope to see you along the way!!

The Power of One is in the Oneness

It is certainly important to know that each one of us can make a difference. The truth is that we can. However, what enables us to impact our world both positively and profoundly is not what we do as a single, separate person, but what we do in connection with others. I am so happy and grateful to have had the blessing of this experience with my Aunty Besty in our work together for Trails for Dale. How fortunate am I to have the love and devotion of such a wonderful Being who unconditionally and tirelessly has stepped up to be a part of this vision.

From the beginning, Betsy Burnes McCarthy was there with me to meet with the representatives at the Breast Cancer Research Foundation in New York to get the ball rolling on this project. Betsy has helped create the brochures, business cards, and other necessary details. Most importantly if the fact that Betsy has believed in me and this idea without question, without judgment, without doubt.

So Betsy, please accept my deep gratitude and appreciation, and for teaching me that the power of one comes through the power of the collective Oneness. And it is through that idea that we reach out to all of you, and know that together we will impact our world for peace, for love, for health and happiness.

There is Never Nothing Going On

Sitting in traffic, standing in line, on hold listening to musac?? Wasted time? Absolutely not!! How often have we heard people complain that they are bored, that there is "nothing going on." Well, there is NEVER nothing going on. Just take a look around you. Even looking out the window watching the raindrops fall is something going on. And, if you have ever watched the way raindrops fall, it can be quite an incredible sight.

So what is the point? The point is that our perspective, our decision to see the world around us as "nothing going on," or to open our eyes to see the constant wonderment of all that goes on around us, is a CHOICE.

By choosing to recognize that there is never nothing going on, we choose to create oppurtunity to experience life in the present moment, and gain the benefit of the magical mystery that always surrounds us.

So, have you asked yourself lately, what's going on............Everything!!!