Monthly Archives: February 2016

On Leap Year and Red Petticoats

Posted on February 29, 2016 by joanneeddy

“In many European countries, especially in the upper classes of society, tradition dictates that a woman may propose to a man on February 29th. If he refuses, he has to buy her 12 pairs of gloves. The intention is that the … Continue reading →

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Resolutions and Queries – Let the Dating Begin

Posted on February 23, 2016 by joanneeddy

“Go for it, while you can. I know you have it in you. And I can’t promise you’ll get everything you want, but I can promise nothing will change if you don’t try.” ― J.M. Darhower, Sempre I recently read … Continue reading →

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The Great Creek Adventure

Posted on February 17, 2016 by joanneeddy

“Character develops in the stream of life.” Johann Wolfgang von Goethe “Study how water flows in a valley streams, smoothly and freely between the rocks. Also learn from holy books and wise people. Everything – even mountains, rivers, plants and … Continue reading →

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Amateur Day

Posted on February 14, 2016 by joanneeddy

Love is something you can’t describe. … Continue reading →

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One Hand Clapping

Posted on February 10, 2016 by joanneeddy

What is the sound of one hand clapping? This is a classic Zen meditation question, a koan exercise or contemplation of a question to which there is no answer. Its purpose is to leave the “logical” mind behind and go … Continue reading →

Posted in Writings by Wordsmiths and Others | Tagged enlightenment, Finding God, How to let go of stress, koan question, let go and Let God, letting go of stress, Meditation, The Sound of One Hand Clapping, Zen, Zen buddhism | 2 Comments

Rescue Dogs – On Firefighters and Social Workers

Posted on February 4, 2016 by joanneeddy

“Disaster Strikes. Almost before the dust settles, the dog and handler teams are there, searching for victims alive and dead. With a sense of smell far more powerful than man’s and an ability to probe nooks and crannies that humans … Continue reading →

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