As I witnessed history being made last night, a few things really surfaced in the midst of the emotions of humility, gratitude and hope. First, I can't help but think of the Frodo metaphor. What transpired last night has taken the "Frodo has the Ring" to a new height - "Frodo SHARES the Ring." I constantly strive to live a life of oneness. As I say often: "I don't have to like you but I love everyone I get in contact with." That is how I would describe the grace and powerful responsibility with which John McCain spoke last night. I plan to watch that speech many times.
What can I say about Obama's speech. Not only was history made but I felt a big weight fall off my personal shoulders. I felt connected. I felt I understand the man. I felt I respect the man. Most of all, I felt we finally have a chance to unite our divided nation. I love the United States of America and I can't wait for this new chapter of change and hope to unfold.
It is my intention to stay conscious of my thoughts of separation and to continually remind myself of the oneness I know we all are. That in my understanding those I disagree with is my growth and my ability to give to the world in ways that I never imagined I can.
Yes, I can. I can love all beings, especially all human-beings! And so it is this November 5, 2008 (also the 6 month birtday of our son Justin Sai).
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Frodo Shares The Ring
As I witnessed history being made last night, a few things really surfaced in the midst of the emotions of humility, gratitude and hope. First, I can't help but think of the Frodo metaphor. What transpired last night has taken the "Frodo has the Ring" to a new height - "Frodo SHARES the Ring." I constantly strive to live a life of oneness. As I say often: "I don't have to like you but I love everyone I get in contact with." That is how I would describe the grace and powerful responsibility with which John McCain spoke last night. I plan to watch that speech many times.
What can I say about Obama's speech. Not only was history made but I felt a big weight fall off my personal shoulders. I felt connected. I felt I understand the man. I felt I respect the man. Most of all, I felt we finally have a chance to unite our divided nation. I love the United States of America and I can't wait for this new chapter of change and hope to unfold.
It is my intention to stay conscious of my thoughts of separation and to continually remind myself of the oneness I know we all are. That in my understanding those I disagree with is my growth and my ability to give to the world in ways that I never imagined I can.
Yes, I can. I can love all beings, especially all human-beings! And so it is this November 5, 2008 (also the 6 month birtday of our son Justin Sai).
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Ah.....Bobby,you are such a gift. I see your shining, beaming face in my minds eye. I honor your commitment and passion for the work you do. Know that this man loves you.
ReplyDeletehappy earthday halfbirthday to Justin Sai Bakshi....and thank you Bobby B. for all that you give to the planet.....I am sooooo happy that the U S of A has been given another opportunity to garner trust and love and support to and from the rest of the planet....this opportunity is a blessing like the Harmonic Convergence was and another chance to really show who we are and face the shadows which have been created over the past 200 plus years of our history...."Imagine all the people, living for today" "You may say I'm a dreamer, but I'm not the only one......I hope some day you'll join me....and the world can live as ONE" namaste premanandakumar
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