Keeping Inner Sparks Alive

"A thing is might big when time and distance

cannot shrink it."

Zora Neale Hurston

When we do not have the strength to embrace challenges in life, there is more to lose than to gain.  There are varying degrees of dreams and they need to be supported by our own observations and powers.  There needs to be a strong belief in one's self and the ability to be powerful.

History reflects the agony of the scientist or inventor who represses brilliant slips of insight.  The concept or idea may not make sense at first, but as it rolls around in imagination, the dreamer can stretch the power of it being brought to life.

If we share our dream prematurely, the criticism and doubt may weaken our resolve.  Often it is better to let a dream incubate until the foundation grows stronger.  To take the first step is required action.  One must have the patience to continue to move forward whether using baby steps or long strides.  When encouragement is needed, look up to the moon and stars.  The slow paced movement of the moon reminds us to be patient and the twinkling stars keeps our inner sparks alive.

Need, Supply, Thrive ...

"So she sat on the porch and watched the moon rise.

Soon the amber fluid was drenching the earth, and

quenching the thirst of the day."

Zora Neale Hurston

THEIR EYES WERE WATCHING GOD

The Moon shines upon the earth to reflect a basic equation ... need, supply, thrive.  The earth needs water, the rain from the skies fall, and the earth thrives.  This formula creates a simple life which we would be wise to follow.

That is, until humans interfere with the environment from forests, oceans, air and health.  We know this to be true, and yet as a culture we continue to destroy and contaminate.  We breathe in chemicals, digest contaminated fish, eat injected poultry or meats, and consume vegetables either planted in faulty soil or sprayed with poison.

The tobacco companies used to be the most powerful lobbyists, and it has taken years for it to be dismantled due to the addictive substances and cancer causing elements of their product.  Lots of time for the prime players to adjust finances to survive.  Now it is the NRA in power.  How many deaths will it take to dismantle these powerful lobbyists?  But I digress, so I will return to my porch swing and watch the moon dance across the deep blue sky with stars reflected in my eyes. Sigh ...