Not Knowing ...

"Sometimes surrender means giving up trying to understand

and becoming comfortable with not knowing."

Eckhart Tolle

As a spiritual person, we do not wish to argue or create discord, so rather than challenge someone, we try to understand them. We stand back to see a different view, or we may turn something upside down to see what they must see. Bewildered, we become frustrated with ourselves for not understanding.

There may be times we will be more at peace if we just accept someone's opposite stance. We can accept wherever they are without agreeing. When someone 'sees' us, we feel more positive and the result will be affirmative upon the relationship. Not knowing the intricate details may not matter at all.

If we cannot be comfortable with simply not knowing, look inside to see if the issue is about control and ego. The goal is about finding a peaceful path where we can all walk side by side in spite of our differences. We were not brought into this world as clones, so let us focus on our own purpose and discovery.

Step Into the Woods

"Understanding your soul and truth is a process, because 

with each discovery comes a new horizon."

Lorraine Nilon

Walking in the woods, there is very little distraction unless we consider the movements of small animals, birds chirping or colorful floating leaves to be bothersome.  It is within moments of stepping into the presence of the trees that one begins to feel themselves come home within his or her body. Stress can be swept aside by the gentle fragrance of fall.

In this space of nature, we can ask ourselves who we are and what we are doing to reflect this particular persona. Acknowledging that it is not always easy to present our authentic self, we can be proud of being true to ourselves. If we feel discomfort, explore it and follow through with appropriate adjustment. 

If we avoid these occasions to be alone in our thoughts, it is generally an effort to dodge our truths. Once we take a step towards adjustment, we experience a sense of freedom. Change is hard, but the rewards can be life changing. Liberation offers clarity into new horizons that can uplift our soul's progress.

Deciphering Disturbances

"The meeting of two personalities is like the contact of two chemical substances;

if there is any reaction, both are transformed."

Carl Jung

Turbulence bellows in our gut, and we may not be entirely sure why. Was it something a person said or did? Maybe it was simply our reaction to it.  When we curtail our energy, not belting back in discord, we can explore and evaluate the situation. The movement may be nudging us in a new direction or poking us to pay attention.

It would seem that life smudges certainty and we are called to clarify. In redefining relationships to ourselves or to others, discovery of shifting perspectives updates our alignment. How we define ourselves today will enhance our presence tomorrow. How can we prosper anywhere if we do not recognize change and adapt accordingly?

When who we used to be and who we are meant to be collide, existence may be challenging. We may find ourselves wandering in the dark crevices of the mind. New discernment creates elements of light as we travel forward.  Transformation is a process deciphering what needs to be released and what is to be welcomed next.  

Telepathic and Intuitive Conversations

"Animal communication is like any other form of telepathic, intuitive conversation.

The thoughts and feelings of people and animals carry energetic signatures,

 communicated through very primal, nonverbal channels."

Elizabeth Eiler 

Sitting on the screened in porch, I wait for the early evening stroll of the deer. Ever so quietly they graze their way out into the field. There is something so magically innocent about these animals. The sweet doe prances about streaking ahead or mindlessly lingering behind in the tall grass. The stag, rarely seen, strides alone. 

If I set my cup down upon the glass table, they will hear me and instantly stop stock still. The odd thing is they will look directly at me as though they know exactly where I am as well as who I am. They seem to detect that I am not of any threat and after a long pause delicately continue their movement forward.

Night after night, I do not speak out loud to these sweet spirits, but it is as though we have exchanged volumes of endearments. I deliberately make a slight sound, and they immediately stare straight at me. Telepathically, I tell them I mean them no harm, and intuitively that they believe me. These exchanges warm my heart. 

Your Heart and My Heart

"Your heart and my heart are very, very old friends."

Hafiz

Whether an introvert or extrovert, meeting new people is not always easy. At a formal gathering or social event, we may be thinking about what a great occasion this is going to be or silently lamenting a need to leave. Then there is a quick but lingering eye exchange or a random handshake that jolts the body awake.

On these occasions, we are spiraling through our mind trying to figure out who this person is. Have we met before at a club, function, or community project? We wonder why our body just vibrated awake. We are puzzled by the immediate interest that both of us seem to share. In the end, it turns out to be a heart connection.

We can consider that we have been together before in another time and place. We may not look nor sound the same, but our energy recognizes vibrations once blended closely together. These are the people who grow closest to our heart, never judging nor criticizing, just loving the opportunity to be present in a loving relationship once again.

 

Choice As Deciding Factor

"Whatever comes, let it come, whatever stays, let it stay, whatever goes, let it go."

The Universe 

There is so much we have no control over, but even in the midst of darkness, there is choice. The first calming thought needs to be the reminder that we are never alone, that Divine Spirit is always present. The second is to adjust our vision to see with clarity. There may not be great choices before us, but we can choose the best for now.

Everything is temporary and our viewpoint directs us either on a pathway leading up or down a receding trail. Which will we choose? Our choice is the deciding factor. No choice, no improvement. If we ignore the darkness, it will grow heavier and more confining. When we make a choice, we begin to move towards the light and healing.

Each of us has amazing endurance that previously might not have ever been put to the test. It is good to be patient and kind until it impairs our own growth. If there is no movement, there will be no change. Opening both our heart and mind, light will begin to shine upon a direction that will be safe for us to go. 

 

Moving On ...

 

"There comes a time when being at peace with yourself

matters more than being understood by everyone else."

Gracefully Inspired

Life is a journey where we do not always know where we are headed. Some paths may lead to dead ends, but then there are others that lead to breathtaking beauty. We do not always know what awaits around the corner, so we must not allow fear to dictate. Discomfort may have more to do with moving on than trying to fit in.

We forget that the world awaits our individual contribution, not the adaptation made from others' expectations. Our most poignant self is the one who we have honed with our personal skills and applied our creative interpretation. The goal is not to be praised, but to fulfill our life's purpose. 

There is no other person who has lived the exact same life as we have. Even memories made together may have differing interpretations. It is highly beneficial to use our uniqueness as a positive for alignment and not a deficit to success. If we sell our soul to be accepted, we will not experience peace with who we truly are. 

Which Witch is Which?

"The first time I called myself a 'Witch' was the most magical moment of my life."

Margot Adler

As a child, there were lots of distractions on Halloween. We tried to decide who or what we wanted to be while carving the family pumpkin. We tried to sway the decision making on what kind of treat would come from our door. Witches were flying around, sure, but not in the ghoulish creepy way of today. More like the Wizard of Oz style.

History shares the killing of women name-called witches. Burned at the stake for educating themselves in nature by somehow threatened men. As the voices of women grew, culture began to respect and copy that which was learned so long ago. Witches are like anything else: the good, the bad and the ugly.

In terrible moods we may be labeled as a witch while having some sort of melt down. Then when creating magic when faced with precarious circumstances, we might just be the good witch. Which witch is which? Choose to be kind no matter what label befalls us. Believe the self to be magical and have a happy Halloween!

Choosing Wisely

 

"You need to learn how to select your thoughts

just the same way to select your clothes every day."

Elizabeth Gilbert

Each day awaits our participation. We may spend lengthy time selecting what we will wear, but how much time do we allow for selecting the thoughts to lead us into our productive day? Perhaps it would be useful to set a timer to recalibrate what progress we make at intervals and the level of our mindset.

Holding ourselves accountable, when the timer goes off, we can jot down on paper how we have orchestrated our time. Have we stayed on task and what of our attitude? Have we been joyful and grateful or resentful and argumentive? Resetting the timer, we may notice that time passes more swiftly when we are in a good frame of mind. 

The world may seem in chaos and our daily schedules in discord, but if we cultivate the use of our minds, we discover a sense of control. As we focus more on the positive in our lives, the more elevated our moods become. Healthy self-talk escalates good feelings and helps us to avoid negative traps. It is a matter of choosing wisely.

One Precious Life

 

"Tell me what it is you plan to do with your one wild and precious life."

Mary Oliver

We may have dreams and intentions, but life tends to have a playbook of its own. Where we may be adventurous and lofty, existence can demand we remain stationary where we are without any indication as to what may unfold. We may feel manipulated by unseen forces, held steadfast without any sense of control.

Physical wildness without responsibility may eventually be replaced with inner wild imaginations. Dreamscapes may replace reality, but our need to wander may never be replaced. Unexpectedly, we hear the quiet inquisitive voice asking who we are and what exactly do we want to do. 

We may have our life plan well documented, but there are no guarantees that agendas will unfold as we had hoped. Sometimes the outcome is highly disappointing, and yet it may turn out to be a dream come true. As years pass, we discover that many lives can be lived within one lifetime. The point, perhaps, is to remember what is and what will be precious.

The Enormous Pocket

"In the best conversations, you don't even remember

what you talked about, only how it felt."

John Green

When we are with our very best friend, there is no limit as to how long we talk or what we talk about. The exchange is of a sincere intimate sharing while risking vulnerable exposure. Criticism and judgment are continuously absent, but challenging questions may be gently asked. In the end, we feel deeply loved and nurtured.

This trusted friend is like an enormous pocket where we can stuff any and all feelings. Upon being relieved of all heaviness, we are able to offer the same safe space to this special human. Together, we face the chaos of the world, but also the view of the sinking sun and rising moon.

Best friends walking side by side and soul with soul, all of nature seems to be especially alive. The geese reflecting by the edge of the pond, the hilly mounds in the midst of the ground, and the agreement to walk the path just one more time binds these two hearts together. The sense of union long succeeds the extended conversation.

Dream Vehicle

"Some beautiful paths can't be discovered without getting lost."

Erol Ozan

Vehicles transport us from one place to another whether on an adventure or lost in traffic. We may not know our destination or what the weather might be. The same is true in dreamtime. The soul uses the body to navigate, so it is worthy of our time to pay attention to mobile movement in our dreams.

A vehicle in a dream is representative of ourselves. Who is driving the car and where are we sitting ... passenger, back seat or trunk? Is there any sense of being lost and what is the weather? Is the car flooded (emotion) or out of fuel (nurturance) or burned-out hot in a desert (brain fried).

Other indications: are we driving someone else's car (control), are we allowing someone else to drive our vehicle (submission/domination), or a dead battery (stimulation gone). Dreams have volumes of information reflecting our inner spirit. It is worthwhile to record dreams for reflection. 

Verbal Play of Thoughts

"Surely only boring people went in for conversations consisting of questions and answers. 

The art of true conversation consisted in the play of minds."

Ved Mehta

Questions and answers produce a rhythm within conversations. It is a method of learning, but so is deep exploration between others reflecting personal experiences and beliefs. The method of questions and answers takes us along the surface, perhaps building a bridge for us while explorations are off the beaten path.

Deep conversations offer a reflection of several viewpoints joined into one, peppered with personal interpretation. It takes us into areas that we may have never ventured on our own. While we contribute into the conversation, information stems from our collection of thoughts and impersonations.

Responses in depth helps the conversation to flow even beyond expectation. Often, it provides new pathways that we had not noticed previously. The sharing of two minds whether in agreement or not create provide challenges and new perceptions. The mind is exercised in a verbal play of thoughts.

Falling Leaves Moon

 

"Yours is the light by which my spirit's born; you are my sun,

my moon, and all my stars."

E.E. Cummings

Harvest has cleared the fields, and October's full moon provides light for hunters, thus, the Hunter's Moon. The Native American name, Falling Leaves Moon suits me just fine. Images of colorful leaves gracefully twirling, showing off an array of colors brings closure to the end of another moon cycle.

Fall brought us a shift in routine and additional time to be spent outdoors.  Hopefully this cycle offered us a greater sense of peace. Perhaps there was an acknowledgment that yes, winter is coming, but the presence of pumpkins and scarecrows can stimulate a playful nature. The light of the full moon touches us all.

With open doors and windows in our spaces, we become more aware of the sounds of nature. Joining others around campfires present opportunities for our thoughts to get lost in the flames while recalling past memories.  What's not to like about hot apple cider, roasted marshmallows and Halloween fun for all!

Reflection ...

 

"I stared at the reflection in the mirror, trying to recognize the person looking back at me."

Dr. Eriange Elisme

Stand in the bathroom in front of the sink and gaze into the mirror. Overlooking the temptation to inventory the physical appearance, gaze deeply into the eyes. Recall and review the feisty personality in childhood or perhaps being overwhelmingly shy. Connect with this younger version of you.

These elements of youth fall away and searching deeper, we can remember ourselves pursuing education, family or fame. Feel the weight of responsibilities once felt from these areas of investment.  And now in this moment, inventory what parts of your spunky self have already been replaced by fear.

Gather these feelings while aligning them with who you are today. What has remained and how much do you wish to change?  What is your heart's desire and how can you attain it? The moment is here for you to embrace this deeper connection. Trust the guidance of your inner spirit and simply begin.

Drifting ...

"A small world where people may know each other, 

and still so deep, able to get lost."

Anthony Liccione

No other relationship is as important as the one we have with ourselves. When we have taken deep dives within, exploring and understanding our inner makeup, we learn to love ourselves. If we have a deep respect for our struggles and accomplishments, we will believe ourselves to be no longer alone.

Obtaining new perceptions of life, we become aware of what no longer holds true for us. Releasing accumulated information that does not apply, we become more aware of who we truly are. Think of this as a process of shedding and acquiring with no timeline or deadline.

Do not think of this as being lost, but as a journey to the self. Allow ourselves to drift with deeper observations.  Embrace quiet moments but engage with others as well. Opportunities change us, but we were never meant to stay the same. Drift and unfold into the beautiful glowing spirit we were always meant to be.

 

Unseen Acts

 

"One of the purest forms of kindness is someone protecting your name 

in conversations you'll never hear."

Buddha's Teachings 

I believe it is a matter of integrity to not judge friends who are not present to defend themselves. When listening to a group criticize a person not present, it makes me wonder if I would be criticized if I were not physically there. And these are the very ones we call friends. The people we choose to be with.

There are times it is better to just be by ourselves, knowing that those who are present will never understand what we most want to share. Whether we harbor feelings of sadness, joy, or inquisitiveness, if we cannot trust the atmosphere we are in, why are we there? We may want to ask our lovely selves to find genuine respect and kindness elsewhere.

We have expectations for our world to be peaceful and kind. Let us provide unseen acts of kindness in support of shelters, outreach and food banks. We need to hold ourselves accountable whether we are recognized or not. Action or quiet moments of prayer contribute towards goodwill.

Benefits of Being a Verb

"Let God use you to bless others."

Positive Lines

Let's think of ourselves as a verb that Divine Spirit can move around in various situations with varying intentions. A noun is stationary, steadfast in its place, while a verb can be active perpetuating movement. When we allow ourselves to be used for the uplifting of others, surely God smiles.

When we go out into our day, open the heart and the mind for opportunities to shine. Do not facilitate good deeds for the ego. Offer our presence and gentle acts for the betterment of all. Simple assistance or happy smiles may be the brightest light in someone else's life. Spirit may have nudged us into a certain space to make this very difference. 

Individually, we may not be able to make our world less chaotic, but we are perfectly capable of bringing peace into areas of our life. We can choose not to listen quite so closely or reduce our need to pontificate. We can just be present allowing others to feel special. When spirit prompts us to give a hug, then be that verb and do it!

 

Environment Within

 

"To be comfortable in your own skin is the beginning of strength."

Charles Handy 

Humans long to find their own tribe, the place where they feel secure, loved, and nurtured. Years may be spent searching for the very best place to call home. Ironically, the very best environment actually resides inside of us. It is built on self-respect, purposeful development and consistency with spiritual connection.

We can walk into a gathering and be welcomed in a manner that swells the heart. As time is spent, the outpouring of our generous nature begins to run dry, and we may notice there has not been any incoming energy to feed our own soul. Our attention swivels from person to person, asking ourselves, 'who are these people?'. 

Be exacting with where we place our energy. Build within the self-assurance and respect that we crave. Be with others to share who revere knowledge and wisdom as a two-way share. Seek individuals who make us feel at peace and visit them often. Be present for others just as they are for us and never forget to tell them how they impact our world. 

Personal and Spiritual Expression

"Everyone has their own way of expression. I believe we all have a lot to say,

but finding ways to say it is more than half the battle.

Criss Jami

Spirit speaks to us through nature, meditation, and movement to mention just a few mystical ways. This in itself portrays the need to find the best exchange for our own personal expression. We may believe that we have nothing to say, but this is not true. When a manner to portray our inner selves becomes apparent, our sharing is easier.

Divine Spirit speaks through us while we are engaged with others or simply to us when we are alone. This is our best source, but we have others. Our brain is filled with knowledge but might be ego driven.   Our heart stores personal resources but may be tainted by emotional history. Significant intuition streams from within us filled with wisdom.

It is important to discover a way to express ourselves that feels natural. Once we cease doubting ourselves, information can flow. Remember that no matter how we articulate, Spirit speaks through us ... channeling one might say. This enhances the experience of expression with others.

Symbol of House in Dream Time

 

"Is it possible for home to be a person and not a place?"

Stephanie Perkins

The symbol of a two-story house is frequently used as a symbol in dream time or meditative visualizations. It can represent where we live emotionally and mentally. It holds projections of where we feel loved or unloved, belonging, traditions and security. We may close doors to be opened later or locked forever. Doors are opened for new discovery.

Private space definitions:  a. basement is lower levels of mind and darkness; b. bathroom is where we cleanse and release; c. kitchen is food for thought or garbage disposal; d. dining room is discussion area for how to feed the self; e. front room is where we are exposed; f. bedroom is your private space. There are numerous descriptions of numerous rooms.

If we have a dream about being in a house, it is important to remember where we were in the house and what we were doing. Are we adding rooms, filing personal information in an office or nurtured in a nursery? Recall our emotional state such as happy or frightened. Were we in the back yard or sitting on the porch? All of this is relevant and insightful.

When Conversation Stops ...

"Everybody talks, but there is no conversation."

Dejan Stojanovic

As we sit with a gathering of friends, we can view faces reflecting a broad range of emotions. Some are delighted to be present while others wonder why they are not back home. Have we grown lazy and withdrawn or have we outgrown the current lackluster conversations surrounding us?

Do we even know what would grab our attention or are we on automatic pilot ... watching the same shows, consumed by other agendas, and ignoring our personal needs. What exactly would light our fires? Is there a need to rekindle old passions or do we need to build a fire beneath us and get out the door to explore.

Instead of talking about our chaotic world, begin to ask questions directly. Do we know what our friends have newly discovered? What creative endeavors does our community provide? Have you always wanted to try meditation, pickle ball, or volunteer? Make life become exciting again. Create a new conversation! 

Soul to Soul

"The soul is immortal and imperishable, and our souls will really exist in the next world."

Socrates

Wandering into the coffee shop, the older man was noticeable at the corner table. He seemed happy and engaging and I could not help wondering who he was. Mug in hand, and scone in the other, he seemed to sense my curiosity and welcomed me to join him at his table. This pleased me as it made me feel like I was an invited guest. 

The hours would pass and there were no waisted moments of trivial questions. This total stranger seemed to know the deep roots into my being ... not my body nor current position ... but my spiritual essence. The light beamed from him and his energy was that of pure delight. He described himself as being "worldly with deeply embedded dreams".

It was obvious to both of us that our lives had aligned in a different time and place. Names dates and countries were of no importance. It was confirmation of the brilliance of the soul being immortal and imperishable. Our eyes focused on each other and there were knowings that replaced all need for documentation. We were simply soul to soul.

Black Backdrop for Glimmers

 

"When I closed my eyes withdrawing myself from darkness 

I saw light glowing everywhere."

Suman Pokhrel

Glancing everywhere, there was only darkness. Looking into the eyes of men or women, there was not one light to be seen. The feeling of loneliness grew heavier, and any prospect of exit dimmed. Needing to block out this reality, the eyes gently closed and new awareness drew attention within.

Adjusting to the brilliance of inner light, the body sighed in relief. It knew there was safety ahead where goodness resides. Between the sound of the body's deep breath and the beating of the heart, the mind was lulled into inner peace. This warm glow was exactly where one needed to be to reconnect with the glowing light.

Deep within, our soul radiates and beckons us to sink into the projected glowing light. It is where the spirit can remember all that is divine. It can rekindle desire to proceed in human form. Darkness is not an enemy, but a friend. It is a black backdrop for reflecting small glimmers of hope just waiting to be seen.  

Spiritual Movement Within

"Invest in what makes you feel alive."

Kristin Michelle Elizabeth 

Just glance at the smoldering colors nature provides. Change is at play which is a perfect time to update our own preferences whether in how we entertain our mind or how we genuinely want to be active. Walk in the silence of nature to capture the heart's desire to be expressed in today's world.

If we are indeed souls enjoying the human experience, to remain dormant is detrimental to our progress. To think of ourselves as being present on earth with a particular purpose, one needs to have a sense of what it is in order to proceed. Whether we are here to generate loving kindness or develop scientific research, movement is needed.

Dig inside the heart and allow love to flow out into the world in a very new way. Wherever we are led, if it is the correct path, we will feel alive again. As purpose becomes clear, we are vitally engaged with alignment. Our purpose lies within us, waiting to be fed which in return stimulates and enhances life experience.

 

Mystery of Soul Purpose

 

"But why should life after death prove the truth of religion 

any more than life before death does?"

Colin Wilson

Subject topics such as Near-Death Experiences and Life After Life draw attention for pondering what may or may not be true. The common denominator tends to be time spent between earthly existences with spirits in other realms. Time itself seems unimportant while importance of the purpose of soul thrives.

Soul purpose navigates what roles we seemingly play in today's world. Within these existences, there are opportunities to access information from guides who seemingly exist in other realms. These spiritual helpers tend to have vast information from not only this earthly visit, but that of other lifetimes.

Apparently, there are advanced souls, intermediate and beginners. Each have a life purpose and actually join other souls to form a group purpose. Each of these souls may not be recognized, but definite bonds can be sensed. Can it be that we have all known each other in previous realms and returned together? 

Conversation Clues

"Everybody talks, but there is no conversation."

Dejan Stojanovic

Communication involves more than heightened listening skills and perfection with articulation. Positioning of the body, and the body language itself reflects deeper understanding and additional information. A person's eye contact, the way they hold their arms, or a rigid stance offers unspoken details.

Maintain eye contact, do not be scoping out the room or glancing at a phone. Stand at a normal space so a person does not feel threatened by being too close nor not too far which gives the sense of disinterest. Clutching our hands or crossing our arms shows resistance. Pay attention, do not let the mind wander to a forthcoming response.

When we are engaged in a passionate subject, it is hard to not blurt out additional information laced with our enthusiasm. It is respectful to take turns in exchanging. If the speaker does not offer lapses for input, one might examine the basis for the one-sided conversation. Notice if anything resonates within. 

Near Death Experiences

 

"I have a deeply hidden and inarticulate desire for something beyond the daily life."

Virginia Woolf

Nearly 40 years ago, I learned of a friend's mother who had a near death experience two years previously.  She had not told anyone as she feared her doctor's reaction and believed others would think she was suffering from a mental health irregularity. Although pronounced dead in her hospital bed, several minutes later she began breathing again.

This woman could accurately describe who had been standing by her bed, what they wore and what they had said. The doctor was astonished and had no explanation for what had happened. She made the decision to not give voice to the other realm she had visited while out of her body.

Today, near death experiences are much more prevalent with only one third of people reporting them. These reports are investigated and documented. Temporarily out of the body, a person visits scenarios where they are able to view his or her current life with reflections of the future. They are embraced by guides, spirits, or the Divine before their return.

New Moon Determination

"Do not swear by the moon, for she changes constantly."

William Shakespeare 

The new moon once again glides across the sky. It is a symbol of new beginnings. We have just passed through the full moon which is a time for addressing what had accumulated. It is often a chaotic time. The new moon welcomes us to begin again with fresh approach and newly formed optimism.  

Insanity, they say, is placing a new layer upon the old rotten form while expecting nothing but a thriving end result. We may feel heavy laden wondering how we will once again face a task using the same skills. And that is the key ... this is an opportunity to move forward with new ideas and positive application.

As we reach what seemingly appears to be a dead end, may really be the pause just prior to uncovering the best way possible. The moon changes through cycles and so must we. If something is not unfolding as we desire, then for heaven's sake, it is definitely time to use new vision, fresh approach and wholehearted determination!  

Available for Revisions

 

"Trust your inner knowing, the quiet nudge, that gut feeling that guides you."

Pamela Hoopes

When revelations occur, there may not be a trusted friend by your side to share in your newly attained wisdom. It may be weeks prior to the next therapy appointment while new insights weigh you down. There are situations where your inner thoughts need to be released in a timely way or run the risk of forgetting what has been learned.

You do not have to be skilled in writing to keep a journal. It is a place that accommodates scribbles, phrases, and irregular punctuation. Full sentences are not required. Creating an entire thought may not happen. Jotting down random comments, one immediately following the other, can lead you to deep discoveries.

When you ask for information, answers quietly arrive floating in our imagination. What better way to link random insights than writing them down. When revisited, you will find a common thread being woven throughout several spontaneous scribbles. A journal can be an extension of yourself, kept private and available for revisions.