Monday, February 14, 2011
Friday, February 4, 2011
Conflicted
I think this is a beautiful picture, a peaceful human quilt.
Then I see the other images from Egypt of men armed with rocks and other weapons, wounded and bloodied. I see the men in military garb, and other men in their makeshift helmets, like boys playing war. And while part of me is carried along from my safe spot where I live in this mock democracy (de-mock-cracy?), an honored internet guest, on the mythic ride to battle: Good vs. Evil, another part of me sees a scene as absurd as stealing Erno's nose. While I have to believe in something (don't I? don't I have to hope and work for change?), I am so wary of all these men and their gods and their battles. Even the president of America is puffed up with prayer, walking with god.
I wish their backs were bent in humility and humanity.
Peace.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Snow Picnic
Yes, I am among those who love snow. I am also lucky to be among those with a warm home in which to stay and snuggle.
To borrow a phrase from one of my favorite witches: May it be so for you.
Peace.
Monday, January 24, 2011
Friday, January 21, 2011
Friday, January 14, 2011
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Happy New Year!
Last night, as I watched the girls, ages 8 and 10, trying hard to keep their eyes open, while we live-streamed the earth cam of Times Square and all its midnight hoopla, I started thinking that people make an awful big deal about turning the calender page. I started to wonder if it was really worth it, even as I ran out into the street to bang pots and pans. Then this morning, I read this post by my smart friend, Hecate, and she reminds me that, yes, it is worth it. Go, read.
Peace.
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