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The ultimate goal of a soul mate relationship is neither personal happiness nor romantic relationship.
But a common journey toward a higher purpose, of contributing to the healing and transformation of the world through a love that transcends individual need and embraces the well-being of all mankind.
Carl Jung.
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Happy Sunday
Artwork: Marcella Cooper
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As we venture into August ..
August whispers soft goodbyes,
As summer’s warmth begins to fade,
The sun hangs low in amber skies,
And trees don hues where green was laid.
The air, a blend of heat and chill,
A gentle sigh from nature’s breath,
Each lingering warmth, a sweetened thrill,
Yet shadows hint at autumn’s depth.
Fields of gold and rust embrace,
While laughter echoes in the breeze,
A bittersweet but warm embrace,
As memories float like falling leaves.
Time for reflection, pause and rest,
To cherish days that swiftly pass,
In twilight moments, hearts are blessed,
With both the present and the past.
Serendipity Corner 🌾
Artist Credit: Jo Grundy
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Naw Ruz— which means “new day” is the name of the New Year Celebration in the Persian Calendar. It is celebrated on the day of the astronomical Northward equinox, which usually occurs on March 21 or the previous/following day depending on where it is observed.
Naw Ruz Festival which is all about renewal and the start of the spring is also a reminder of the constant renewal (or rebirth) that can happen when one transcends and balances the material (mind), with the immaterial (spirit), by letting life flow through oneself in a perpetual state of acceptance, amazement and appreciation of each moment as it happens.
Happy Naw Ruz to all my Persian friends and everyone who celebrates this festival.
Wishing you and your loved ones peace and joy on this Naw Ruz. Spread your joy and happiness to everyone around you.
Heartfelt wishes to you and your family for a New Year filled with hope, joy, well being and prosperity! ❤☀
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Happy First Day of Spring!! Today the Medicine Wheel shifts to the East. This is the place of new beginnings. Eagle leads us into this new cycle. Vernal translates to “new” and “fresh,” equinox derived from the Latin aequus (equal) and nox (night). The vernal equinox marks the turning point when daylight begins to win out over darkness. The sunlight has returned <3
(Art by Melissa A Benson)
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Those who have weathered life’s deepest storms often become the brightest champions of joy for others. Having felt the weight of darkness themselves, they work tirelessly to light the way for those around them, determined that no one else should walk alone through such shadows.
~ ‘Champions of Light’ by Etheric Echoes Etheric Echoes
~ Art ‘Bringing Light Into Darkness’ by Michael Malm
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CANDLEMAS EVE also known as Vigil of the Presentation, is a Christian observance that takes place on February 1st, the eve of Candlemas(February 2nd). Here are some interesting beliefs and rituals connected with this festival:
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Candlemas Eve/Candlemas
from BBC.co.uk
Candlemas commemorates the ritual purification of Mary, 40 days after the birth of her son Jesus. This day also marks the ritual presentation of the baby Jesus to God in the Temple at Jerusalem.
The Gospel of Luke says that Jesus was met by Anna and Simeon. Simeon held the baby Jesus and called him a Light to the World.
Ritual purification stems back to a Jewish tradition that women were considered unclean after the birth of a child. For 40 days for a boy, and 60 days for a girl, women weren’t allowed to worship in the temple. At the end of this time, women were brought to the Temple or Synagogue to be purified. After the ceremony women were allowed to take part in religious services again.
The festival is called Candlemas beacuse this was the day that all the Church’s candles for the year were blessed.
On Candlemas night, many people place lighted candles in their windows at home.
Like some other Christian festivals, Candlemas draws some of its elements from Paganism.
In pre-Christian times, it was the festival of light. This ancient festival marked the mid point of winter, half way between the winter solstice (shortest day) and the spring equinox.
Some people lit candles to scare away evil spirits on the dark winter nights.
People believed that Candlemas predicted the weather for the rest of the winter.
“If Candlemas Day be fair and bright
Winter will have another fight.
If Candlemas Day brings cloud and rain,
Winter won’t come again.”
(Traditional Proverb)
For some people, different superstitions surround this festival. For instance, if a candle drips on one side when carried in church on Candlemas, this denotes a death of a family member during the year.
If someone brings snowdrops into the house on Candlemas day it symbolises a parting or death.
Any Christmas decorations not taken down by Twelfth Night (January 5th) should be left up until Candlemas Day and then taken down.
Art by Sulamith Wulfing
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WELCOME FEBRUARY
Nature has no fear that spring will come, that better days will arrive.
And neither should we.
So let the power of the rebirth carry you onwards this month, and count all the ways in which light blesses you.
Four words my friends…
Light, life, hope and faith.
February brings them all.
And on we go…
Donna Ashworth
Art by Edith Holden
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I wish everyone peace from now on, rather than my fears, or hopes projected through this year
Yes, we’re alive, we’re breathing
Our organs, our cells, dance to Celestial rhythm.
As Love sows, penetrates, into each of our hearts
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In the Northern Hemisphere TODAY in the Winter Solstice!
“May you find peace
in the promise of the solstice night,
That each day forward
is blessed with more light.
That the cycle of nature,
unbroken and true,
Brings faith to your soul
and well-being to you.
Rejoice in the darkness,
in the silence find rest.
And may the days that follow
be abundantly blessed.”
~Winter Solstice Blessing
Artist: Beth Krommes, PA/USA
Source: John Cannell
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