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The Goddess in the Garden
by Rev. Rita Scheibeck
After a few deep belly inhales and exhales, I let myself take an imaginary stroll, barefoot and relaxed, down an unpaved garden path. The birds and dragonflies make the forest sing, and the multicolored butterflies add a soft bling to my internal vision.
Some of the mature grasses and budding flowers add their fragrant aromas to my short, leisurely walk. Realizing that my time today is limited, I slow my pace to fully appreciate all the nature around me.
I com…
Wise Words Wednesday with Rev. Deb - Week 35
Shoulda, Coulda, Woulda
by Rev. Rita Scheibeck
There are days, and then there are DAYS. And on those DAYS, I just don't want to hear it, no matter what it is.
My daily readings and spiritual guidebooks talk about blue skies, warm sunshine, and fragrant flowers...and I just don't care. My astrological report for the day says I should get moving to create a new life path for myself... and I don't even want to get out of bed. My guided meditation wants me to breathe deeply and exhale fully. What I really wan…
Wise Words Wednesday with Rev. Deb - Week 34
Another New Angel: Hanna Kino
Wise Words Wednesday with Rev. Deb - Week 33
The Reason I'm Here
by Rev. Rita Scheibeck
The gurgles of a mountain stream, the conversations of nearby birds, and the buzzing of industrious insects flow past my mind as I start relaxing into my time for meditation. In these moments I rest my body and my thoughts, giving my attention to the knowing of Source Energy in my consciousness. It is here in the birthplace of All-That-Is, that I begin to realize my potential, my power, and my capacity for Love. I let Love sweep over me now.
I am an expressio…
Wise Words Wednesday with Rev. Deb - Week 32
Nurturing My Senses
by Rev. Rita Scheibeck
As I close my eyes and take a few peaceful breaths, I allow myself to settle into and enjoy my physical senses.
I feel the muscles around my eyes, my lips and my face become lax and I allow myself to feel a gentle breeze flowing over me, cooling me, comforting me, and bringing me contentment.
While I relax, I imagine soft music for my ears, maybe the tones of a flute or a harp, or the easy sounds of nature's calming melodies.
My mouth comes into my awareness al…