Ego & Control – Nasty duo those two. Difficult to control and always on the move, looking for new blood.
How about this. Give yourself permission to control not being in control. What do I hear? Oh – Freedom? Really? I forgot you were there. Peace – is that you? Wow, it’s a party. Are you sure I can relax? Maybe I’ll just sit over here and think about it. Oh, that is control trying to crash my party. Well F*** You Control, you were not invited and you are not getting in. I am actually having fun without you. I should have left you’re sorry ass a long time ago. Go find another fool to pimp. You are out of here. I am feeling fine, very fine indeed.
Control is an interesting word. A broad expansive word that evokes different feelings in everyone. One may feel in control, another controlled. Life is an endless supply of control.
When out of control, we feel weak, threatened, fearful, even free. When in control, there is a feeling of power, confidence and an assurance that we are on the right track.
Funny really, because it is only a feeling. Just something we made up, to make life make sense – to give it purpose. What if we let go of control? Does that scare you? Why? Controlling is Exhausting. In giving up control, perhaps there lays a greater freedom. Just imagine not having the urge to control ANYTHING ever again! You can’t even get there can you? It is such a deep seated need for humans to control each other for dominance or a sense of preservation of ego. I suggest you try it, for this is a party for freedom you may never want to leave.
I am reading “The Voice Of The Muse” by Mark David Gerson. For anyone who wants to write, I highly recommend this book. It is not your average book on writing. This teaches you to write from the inside out, not the outside in. You learn to answer the call, give your words a voice.
I chose a word as directed in the book, which came to me. The word was “Feathers.” I was then encouraged to pick a word randomly in one of four ways. My word was “purple.” I felt the need to combine the two. Here is the result of trusting my inner Muse. I hope you like it. I would like to thank Mark David Gerson for trusting his inner Muse in writing this wonderful book.
Feather, purple feather. Have you ever seen one? I hadn’t until now. It was my first exquisite sighting of such perfection. As it floated to the ground beneath my feet, I heard it’s song. The softest of all melodies played just for me. My heart began to beat faster, my senses alive.
I felt an opening in my mind like a blinding light. Sharp clarity holding me in its grasp. I waited, not knowing what to do next. My body began a dance unknown to me. A rhythm stirred within me that felt familiar, yet ancient. A smile crossed my lips as I surrendered to the moment. Each movement became a celebration of Life. I began to see beyond the veil. Time was of no consequence, mattering not in the least.
Only the rhythmic music stirred my soul. The movements of my body slowed as I felt myself wrapped in feathers. Feathers of purple flames caressing my body softly. Such a deep contentment floated around me as I began to pluck the feathers from the space surrounding me, where they teased my senses.
I gathered them all up into a bouquet. The beauty stole my breath. I knew I would never be ordinary again.
I want to share my message from TUT . I get a note from the universe every day – I love them. This one is particularly wonderful in regard to how I see life. You only have to look, listen and communicate with the greatest power in you where there has never been limitation. Every aspect of our life will eventually lead us back to self. Back to love. Some sooner than others. I prefer sooner, how about you? And remember, never never never look back.
Oh, yes indeed, Debra, another holiday season is upon you, and so it is here, so I bet you’re wondering what I’d like as a present. Right?!
Well, since there’s already peace on earth (for those who look), since there’s already goodwill toward all (mine and yours for starters), and because Debra Oakland’s already in the world (took long enough), how about, if I may ask, we talk a little more often? You lean on me a bit more? You expect a few more miracles? And we never stop to look back?
Imagine children doing genius activities. Where does this come from? Some come in gifted, others work hard for what they achieve in life. If we could only be so open to trying new things or break out of the boxes we place around ourselves. Children are courageous, unafraid. They explore by touching everything in site. Looking at the world for the first time has to be such a wonderful experience that most of us soon forget as we grow up. Children are great teachers of Living in Courage. Sadly, far too often we conform to the experiences and advice of those we grow up with. Tear down the walls of mediocrity. Live your life of courage, not someone else’s. You are as unique as your fingerprint. There are no two alike. When you make it a point to achieve greatness, you will be unstoppable.
This is a Fantastic video – do not miss it. This will change your day, maybe your life. I could not quit smiling. What an uplifting, inspirational film. Beautifully done. Written & directed by Kurt Kuenne. The actor TJ Thyne from my favorite show “Bones” is the male lead.
“Baby It’s Cold Outside” by Leon Redbone/Zooey Deschanel is a song I love. In preparation for winter and those who are in the snow, I dedicate this song to you. I can pretend I am back in the snow I love to play in.
Here I sit “imagining” a blazing fire, a hot cup of coffee, lounging on a comfy couch with Cody as I watch the snow come down. Work with me here! It is cold outside and I am inside the house warm in my cozy sweats and happy, happy, happy. Oh, I am even happier, my best girl Nicole McKinney has come to visit and brought chocolate chip cookies. Could life get any better?
Here is a photo of me at Disneyland with Mom, but could not load it onto WordPress with the other photo!! Gotta Love the Mini & Mickie’s Mouse homes in Tune Town.
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