"Signs of Living in a small Town"
or
"When Danger Stinks"

I overheard a man saying his goodbyes at a party.
His friend shouted out, "be careful walking home." The guy replied, "I'll be fine" and his friend turned and said, "No, I'm serious. Watch out for skunks!"

Re-post from Oct.21st 2001:

Truth and Imperfection

In being truthful with myself, I willingly acknowledge my imperfections without judgement or disdain and I choose to change. I have made mistakes and now know suffering for them is optional. I prefer to learn. To grow. To increase my capacity to love and give to both myself and others.
I seek a greater consciousness and in doing so I MUST be truthful. I am aware of the human condition and seek to be more compassionate, as I have seen how a little love can go a long way.
I smile everday.
I laugh everyday.
I cry sometimes.
I am working on my anger as it is irrational and tends to cloud the mind, keeping clarity and truth at bay.
I am imperfect.
Yes me.
Most beautifully Imperfect!
What a gift this is, as I now have the opportunity to create a better me.
I could choose to be ignorant and irresponsible for my life but
I THINK NOT!
I understand too well, the Law of
Cause and Effect.

Today I am the author of my destiny.
The book of my life will most likely be an adventure
and indeed a learning experience.
I welcome it all
and pray for guided steps.

The Great Mystery awaits!
And I,
am ready.