Speedy West

When I was a little girl singing at the Texas Steel Guitar Association Jamborees, Speedy West used to sit on the edge of the stage at my feet and watch me sing. Speedy was in his late seventies at the time and he had lost use of one of his hands due to a stroke which kept him from playing his beloved instrument. I was told that Speedy was a celebrity and of all the famous musicians he had played with over the course of his career. My father had an old album of Speedy's he played for me and I heard how great of an inspiration he was for many steel guitar musicians, but I never got to see him play. I am very grateful for youtube, otherwise I never would have seen Speedy doing what he did best. It overwhelms me now when I recall seeing him sitting there at the foot of the stage staring up at me with this absolute joy and appreciation in his eyes. He was a very kind man and a brilliant musician. I couldn't be more thankful to have known him, to have hugged him, to have received his praise and his support. Rest in peace dear friend.

Prayer Warrior

Dear God,

Thank you for this day and for the rich opportunities this day will bring forward. I pray for your love and light to guide me in all my endeavors, that I am safe, that I am protected, that I am free to express my gifts, that I may have work that fulfills me and nourishes my life, personally and financially. I am eternally grateful for all that is and have complete faith and trust that all my needs are met.

And so it is. Amen

Enjoy this Shower Meditation:

Start the water in your shower and begin to visualize yourself stepping beneath a warm, healing waterfall. As you step into the water (literally) imagine yourself standing in the most beautiful, serene place on earth, immersed in healing waters. Simply stand and allow the water to run over you, and say the words, "I am cleansed of all negativity and fear, I am free, whole and complete." Repeat this several times before resuming your shower.

Fear means...False Evidence Appearing Real

Write out any fearful, fretful, angry or negative thoughts that may have come up during the day into your journal. Get these thoughts outside of your mind, and remove them from your energetic space at the end of each day. Thoughts do matter! Do not house negative or fearful thoughts inside of you. Move them out in healthy ways.

Say This Blessing Every Evening...

Say this blessing every evening before going to sleep:

Dear God,

Please bless this night and guide me to a restful sleep filled with dreams that enlighten and show me the way. May I awaken renewed with abounding faith and a grateful heart, ready to receive and celebrate the gift of a new day, your most gracious present.

And so it is. Amen.

Pray Every Day

Pray every day upon rising and before going to bed.

Pray For Guidance

Ask for guidance on how you can be of service to your family and community.

Pray For Help

Pray for help and relief to those who are in financial struggle; food for the hungry; shelter for those without homes.

Pray for Aid

Pray for aid, guidance and support in your own life, for your employer, your neighbors and your community.

Pray for the Economy

Pray for the economy to become healthy and strong.

Pray for Financial Awareness

Pray to become financially aware and empowered.

Pray for What You Cannot See

Read the passage below for inspiration and to remind you of your commitment to being a great Prayer Warrior.

Pray for what you cannot see.
Pray clearly
for what you can only faintly grasp.
Pray silently
from the core of your being.
Pray for healing.
Pray for humanity.
Pray lovingly
Pray deeply ---
pray so deeply that
the prayer and the praying
become one.

~Charles Elkind

VH1 Rock Honors: The Who - Pearl Jam performance

Cartoons I like...

Dear God

Dear God,
Speak into my words today.
Think into my thoughts today.
Work in all my deeds today.
I am yours to use, today and forever.
And so it is!

King Bowie & Princess Layla

Denton Dog Days
June 5, 2010

This was our 1st time out at Denton Dog days. All in all, it was pretty fun. We all enjoyed seeing the different kinds of dogs, even though most were wearing tutu's. I am usually against dressing up our dogs, unless it's Halloween, but this was for a good cause and they both looked really cute. I'm just glad the lady taking the pictures was quick, because this moment of Bowie & Layla sitting down only lasted about 5 seconds.

Work Prayer

Breath Prayer:
Inhale: "My work today...
Exhale: "May it serve a greater good."

Prayer/Meditation

Holy One,
I come to work today, and this is what I offer:
Me. Here. In this place.
Use this life of mine for a higher cause, a greater good.
If this is not a place that is good for me or for the world,
then help me to move on from this work.
May this be a place of transformation.
May I learn the lessons here that I am to learn.
May I convey hope or a healing to those I encounter today
in person, on the phone, or via email.
If there is chaos or a problem here today,
may I listen deeply, beyond the din of that noise.
If there are politics played out, please help me to act wisely.
May I keep my ego in check. May I be generous and compassionate.
Amen.