Daily Affirmations: Change My Life

Posted by Pamela Leavey on May 23, 2012

I alone have the power to change my life. I am capable of overcoming all adversities. I am free from all negative thoughts and habits. ~ Pamela J. Leavey

(Photo: Mallard at Maudslay ~ c. Pamela J. Leavey 2012)

Daily Affirmations: Powerful and Strong

Posted by Pamela Leavey on May 14, 2012

My will is powerful and strong. I am confident that my intent is capable of manifesting my desires. My desires are healthy and positive, serving only to empower my intent. ~ Pamela J. Leavey

(Photo: Turtles at Maudslay State Park ~ c. Pamela J. Leavey 2012)

Daily Affirmations

Posted by Pamela Leavey on February 24, 2012

Life is short, and there can be times in each of our lives that it seems so tenuous, as if we are hanging on by a mere filament of hope. In those times, each of us must rise up and find the strength to soar towards our hopes and dreams. It is our hopes and dreams that keep us going. Today, I will give space to each of my hopes and dreams and give them all the wings to fly. ~ Pamela J. Leavey

(Photo: Geese in Flight at The Parker River National wildlife Refuge ~ c. Pamela J. Leavey 2012)

Food For Thought: Outward Things

Posted by Pamela Leavey on February 10, 2012

A deep contemplation today from J. Krishnamurti…

Awareness of outward things

If you are aware of outward things—the curve of a road, the shape of a tree, the colour of another’s dress, the outline of the mountains against a blue sky, the delicacy of a flower, the pain on the face of a passerby, the ignorance, the envy, the jealousy of others, the beauty of the earth—then, seeing all these outward things without condemnation, without choice, you can ride on the tide of inner awareness. Then you will become aware of your own reactions, of your own pettiness, of your own jealousies. From the outward awareness, you come to the inward; but if you are not aware of the outer, you cannot possibly come to the inner… When there is inward awareness of every activity of your mind and your body; when you are aware of your thoughts, of your feelings, both secret and open, conscious and unconscious, then out of this awareness there comes a clarity that is not induced, not put together by the mind. ~~ J. Krishnamurti: The Collected Works vol XV p 243

What do you see when you look around you… And how do you feel when you see it… I believe that “ride on the tide of inner awareness” we must see everything with an open heart that radiates love.

(Photo: Young Mute Swans at the Artichoke River Reservior ~ c. Pamela J. Leavey 2012)

On The Parker River Path

Posted by Pamela Leavey on February 9, 2012

In the midst of my imposed immobility, I occasionally get sprung from the sanctuary that I call home, and I am whisked away for drive through the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge.

The winter days have been so unseasonably warm over the past few weeks and my soul craves the sun and fresh air, not to mention some good bird sightings as well.

On my most recent excursion to the Refuge, which truly is the most marvelous stronghold for my soul, we were lucky to find a lovely White Egret sunning near two Mute Swans. Suddenly the White Egret took to flight and it was spectacular to witness it’s ascent into the skies.

I wish my camera did better justice to the majesty of watching this lovely bird in flight… I’m was filled with gratitude with the blessing of just quietly witnessing it’s presence.

(Photo: White Egret in Flight ~ c. Pamela J. Leavey 2012)

Name That Bear

Posted by Pamela Leavey on February 3, 2012

Oh my goodness what a gift this baby polar bear is!

Born at the Toronto Zoo, the staff has “nurtured him carefully from just a pound a half in weight to his current healthy 37 pound-plus.”

They gave him plenty of tender loving care until, at 90 days, he began to walk.

But one thing they didn’t give him was a name. They’re throwing that to the public, in the form of a contest that will be open until March 16. The winning moniker will be announced March 31.

Learn more about the polar bear cub here, and learn how you can enter the naming contest here.

You gotta just smile to see this little bear! He’s pure inspiration…