Tag: Spirituality
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No Jesus, No Peace?
Morning light is peeking over the mountain as I sit on my porch and write today. I’m excited to welcome the day, and to see what it will hold. This morning as I watched the sun rise, I contemplated my deconstruction from Christianity. This truly has been one of the biggest events in my life…when…
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Tao Te Ching | A Naturalistic Spiritual Guide
Last night, I decided to sew a book jacket for my copy of Tao Te Ching. Alas, it is paperback, and I wanted to protect its cover a little better. I’ve owned this book for about a year now, and it has been a huge blessing when it comes to my pursuit of Naturalistic Spirituality.…
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Civilization Has Not Taught Me Anything Better
“Long before I ever heard of Christ, or saw a White man, I learned from an untutored woman the essence of morality. With the help of dear nature herself, she taught me things simple but of mighty import. I knew God. I perceived what goodness is. I saw and loved what is really beautiful. Civilization…
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Commonsense Spirituality
This morning I read a meditation that I would love to share with you. It is so nice when you read something that resonates with your soul. “There is an unfortunate tendency in those who are interested in spirituality to completely abrogate their common sense. Many people truly believe that a different set of ground…
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Druidry and Gaianism
There’s a distinct chill in the air. While April is here, our last frost date is still nearly two weeks away. Embracing the dance between warm and cool, I stay in bed for a little while longer. This week I’ve read about Druidry. I bought a handbook, even. It contained quite fascinating ideas. Fascinating, but…
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I Can Discover My Own Path
Since April began, I feel like time has slowed down. This is a welcome change. March was full of activity… most of it good. But to slow down a bit has felt quite nice, too. Spiritually speaking, life is full of growth and happiness. I think I’ve settled into an understanding of “how things are”…
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Spring Equinox Thoughts
The Spring Equinox has come and gone, and I’m enjoying life on our little plot of land. The tulips that I planted last fall are blooming much earlier than I expected. A bright red color, they bring a bit of cheerfulness to my garden. Spring is a good time to make intentions for the year…
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The Concept of God Should Be Available to Everyone
It has been a beautiful and bright day. I spent a little time in my garden, cutting old growth from my plants to make way for the new. Each day my yard is becoming more green, and vibrant. It is such a sweet and special time. I can’t wait to see how my plants have…
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What Am I?
This week has been full of rain. Beautiful, peaceful, rain. Raindrops have clung to the Japanese Magnolia blooms near my front porch. I find myself staring out the window, thankful for the nourishment falling from the sky. I’ve also been thinking a lot, as I normally do. I’ve found myself searching for a title. A…
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Words Get in the Way
In the morning, I like to wake up before my children and spend time in solitude. Quieting my random thoughts, I devote a few minutes to mindfully pay attention to my breath, and then remember what I am thankful for. Sometimes I might ask for help in a contemplative prayer. This time is sacred and…
This Sacred Life 