Losing My Religion…
Posted by Desert Diva on Wednesday, July 25th, 2007
I actually want to “lose my religion” and find my “spiritual” center. More often than not, I’m distracted by my day-to-day life – the disappointments and struggles sometimes create a mood that is difficult to move through. It’s like trying to tread water in mud.
However, I know I’m blessed and fortunate in my life. I have this extended opportunity to travel and heal. Most of the population are limited to a one or two week vacation. Yesterday (while having my daily latte) a woman came up to me and asked if I knew anything about the Apple “airport” (the Mac term for wireless). She wanted to find a Best Buy, but I’m sure the closest one is in Portland. However, I had stopped by a camera shop in Newport that had a Mac store and told her about it, looking up the address and phone number online. The conversation evolved to reveal that they were both survivors of brain injuries from automobile accidents, and had married a little over a year ago. It seems they were traveling to “scout out” a new area to live from central Washington.
The amazing fact about human nature is that we’re stronger than we think – especially if we find experiences and people to “feed our soul.” While far away in “cyberspace,” I’m grateful for people like Julie, Lisa, and Sandi. They read my sometimes “boring dribble” and help me to feel “connected.” Terrie and her husband Ray, I felt I met for a reason. Terrie is such an open person and shares her love unconditionally. Ray is quieter, but just as wonderful. So, I’m alone but not lonely…
It’s a sunny, lovely day. From where I sit in the coffee shop I can see the ocean and kites flying on the beach. I’ve neglected my photography since my “disappointment” with my brother. It’s time to get out and “explore the day” to see what I can find with my camera.
Life goes on…
Filed in Journal,Pondering Life,Spirituality,Travel | 6 responses so far
One Day when you lease expect it. BAMM, Your soul mate will appear.
It is like the 2 farmers who prayed for rain (drought year), one farmer sowed his fields – the other just prayed. Which farmer do you think got God’s full blessing?
Answer the farmer who was ready to recieve god’s gift, not the farmer who did nothing.
Have A GREAT DAY!!!
Ralph
You are never boring, my dear DD!
I’m so glad we “met”, if not yet in real life. It is so funny that we’ve both ended up in the Pacific NW right now…
I know what you mean by being distracted with day-to-day life. It can wear on your soul. I’ve been thinking about that a lot this week. I’ve had more peace and contentedness this week than I’ve seen in a long time. Perhaps it’s time for a change?
Life is so funny, isn’t it?
I hope you find what you are looking for, or that it finds you!
((Hugs))
One Day when you lease expect it. BAMM, Your soul mate will appear.
It is like the 2 farmers who prayed for rain (drought year), one farmer sowed his fields – the other just prayed. Which farmer do you think got God’s full blessing?
Answer the farmer who was ready to recieve god’s gift, not the farmer who did nothing.
Have A GREAT DAY!!!
Ralph
Have you worked & prepaired your fields?
Well, I haven’t found any of that “boring dribble” yet in your posts, but I’ll be sure to look for it! Having been raised a Catholic, I finally found some spiritual peace at the age of 30 when we moved to Denver for a few years. Learned how to not wrap myself in guilt (being Italian Catholic that was tough!) or shoulds. In fact, the minister at a metaphysical church I attended would always say, “Don’t should on yourself!” Life has a way of working well if we can trust that it will happen. Whether it takes prayer, meditation, of just enjoying sunsets and sunrises – we all have our own methods. I’ll be sad when your vacation is over and I am forced to stop traveling vicariously! Enjoy the rest of the summer.
I, too, have seen no “boring dribble”…is that what you called it? are you going to go by Salmonberry Park Campground? how is Cali doing…still wanting to be a water dog? can hardly wait to see the photos since you are now back at it….I think Maine would suit you….
NOT BORING.. im sorry I haven’t checked in more!! – I usually just go write to your pix..
enjoy my friend..
susan(auntsmack)