I'm just finding my way around and looking forward to actively posting. This must be the most eclectic and interesting group of people at any forum.
Tricia
Submitted by davelambert on April 11, 2008 - 10:15pm.
This must be the most eclectic and interesting group of people at any forum.
Ya think? I gotta tell you, this is the most amazing and mind-boggling bunch I've ever shared a table with. Some of the time I don't understand what's being talked about, even. Then again, sometimes I do. I hope you'll just make yourself right at home.
8-D
With your arrival we are 1/74th even more diverse!.....I look forward to seeing you pop up around the place like the rest of us do. You really will find the most amazing things here ranging from thoughts, ideas, information and dreams to nothing more than good humour...and I even saw a kitty cat just dancing through the threads recently.......serious!
Great to meet you....
With joy and love
Jez
and Andrey...is there any way to animate our photo's, I want to be able to look up and wave at Dave like they did in the Brady Bunch opening......sorry ...lol
Submitted by davelambert on April 12, 2008 - 8:06am.
Aaah, another hiker! I too go off by myself to get grounded...I'm fortunate to have some wonderful country around here to explore, which I've been doing for many years. I've discovered traces of a prehistoric ceremonial landscape complete with standing stones, right here at the edge of town. No one believes me (except those who take the trouble to hike with me, so they can see for themselves), but it makes for interesting walks. When I was younger I'd go out to the desert for a week or two at a time. I miss that sometimes. Ajo!
Submitted by Triciascapes on April 12, 2008 - 9:15am.
Long life to you my friend.
Hi eclectic Dave,
I try to get me feet on a trail at least ever other day. This area has a ski mountain and Glacier Natl Park and lots of state and federal land close to town.
I practice a walking meditation, aware of my breath and each step in mindfulness. The opening to my surroundings gets so huge I often find myself in tears.
Glad to see that you are hesitant in jumping right in to the family! I like you already!
Yes, your "photo" is so captivating on several levels. Instead of the Eye of the Tiger it's you in the Eye of the Horse. Is this horse a close friend? One of my favorite books is Kinship With All Life. It opened my eye to my real relationship with animals and all life. Noticed that you were a vet and I bet you have a few animal stories. Share?
Yes, this is a smorgasbord of people and ideas and joys. Enjoy.
Namaste... KateQ
Submitted by davelambert on April 12, 2008 - 10:37am.
I practice a walking meditation, aware of my breath and each step in
mindfulness. The opening to my surroundings gets so huge I often find
myself in tears.
I know exactly what you are talking about! I have found myself close to tears at times as well. Let Me Be, Let Me See has become a part of who I am when I hike.
Last summer I discovered a straight line a mile and a half long, formed by a rocky height, an ancient oak grove, and a thirty-foot standing stone in the middle. I found a hidden trail up to the summit of the rock and felt such power streaming all around me I was utterly transported and actually in danger of falling off for a few moments. Since then I have been there for the most amazing meditations - as well as the grove at the other end - but it's so powerful, I feel I have to be "pure" when I go there. Twice I have started up the trail but turned back because it didn't feel "right" - this is also mountain lion habitat, so I respect those feelings deeply.
This is a city-owned wilderness spot with thirty miles of trails...the rules are to stay on the trails, and the rangers are severe if they catch you off them. Still, there are people like me who sneak around, and I know I cannot be the only one who is aware that this is ancient sacred ground. There is a person, whom I have never seen, who has been going out there for years and creating enigmatic stacks of stones in out-of-the-way places. In a way this is irritating to me because at times it makes it hard to tell if a formation is ancient, natural or this guy's artwork. Nevertheless, his obvious reverence for what this landscape IS compels my respect. I see very little litter, graffitti or other desecration out there. And I show these places to almost no one.
I'm not able to get out as often as you. Haven't been to my old stomping grounds in the desert for twenty-odd years. But every day as I drive or take the train to work, I can look out the window and see Mesa Rock to the north - sixty feet tall, athe largest of more than a dozen standing stones that stretch across a ridge and can be seen for miles. Here it is from the east, with the Pacific in the background thirty miles away...Mesa Rock is on the far left:
Submitted by fredburks on April 12, 2008 - 1:58pm.
Welcome to our wild and diverse community, Tricia! Thanks for sharing so much about yourself in your profile. I was particularly thrilled to hear about your involvement with special Olympics. I have always felt a strong resonance with the physically disabled. You take care and have fun exploring around here and making friends.
Submitted by Triciascapes on April 12, 2008 - 5:08pm.
Long life to you my friend.
Hello KatyQ,
That is a photo of my self portrait as my reflection in my big warmblood, Ouda's eye. I had her mother for 26 years and this one was born into my lap. You can imagine the relationship between us. She is without guile. Sweet and honest and she is as capable fording streams in the wilderness as when she is doing dressage in an arena. I am proud of her.
This sure seems like an interesting and warm bunch. I already have the family feel.
Ya think?
Hey Tricia,
Hey Tricia,
With your arrival we are 1/74th even more diverse!.....I look forward to seeing you pop up around the place like the rest of us do. You really will find the most amazing things here ranging from thoughts, ideas, information and dreams to nothing more than good humour...and I even saw a kitty cat just dancing through the threads recently.......serious!
Great to meet you....
With joy and love
Jez
and Andrey...is there any way to animate our photo's, I want to be able to look up and wave at Dave like they did in the Brady Bunch opening......sorry ...lol
Thank you!
Long life to you my friend.
After a beautiful day hiking up still snow covered peaks in the glorious sun, I returned to your greetings.
Life is beautiful. Thanks again,
Tricia
Hi Tricia, Welcome! I love
Hi Tricia,
Welcome! I love your painting that you're using for your profile picture!
Hey, you're in Whitefish! A close friend of mine lives there. Do you know Maria Vekkos? She also paints and does murals.
Lots of love,
Andrey.
A Hiker
Aaah, another hiker! I too go off by myself to get grounded...I'm fortunate to have some wonderful country around here to explore, which I've been doing for many years. I've discovered traces of a prehistoric ceremonial landscape complete with standing stones, right here at the edge of town. No one believes me (except those who take the trouble to hike with me, so they can see for themselves), but it makes for interesting walks. When I was younger I'd go out to the desert for a week or two at a time. I miss that sometimes. Ajo!
8-D
Whitefish artists
Long life to you my friend.
Hello Andrey,
I don't know that name but I'll keep her in mind as I travel through the creative circles here.
I'll tell her HI and what an amazing community this is.
Tricia
Hiking
Long life to you my friend.
Hi eclectic Dave,
I try to get me feet on a trail at least ever other day. This area has a ski mountain and Glacier Natl Park and lots of state and federal land close to town.
I practice a walking meditation, aware of my breath and each step in mindfulness. The opening to my surroundings gets so huge I often find myself in tears.
Keep on hiking my new friend,
Tricia
Hello and Welcome
Let Me Be, Let Me See..Walking Meditation
I practice a walking meditation, aware of my breath and each step in mindfulness. The opening to my surroundings gets so huge I often find myself in tears.
I know exactly what you are talking about! I have found myself close to tears at times as well. Let Me Be, Let Me See has become a part of who I am when I hike.
Last summer I discovered a straight line a mile and a half long, formed by a rocky height, an ancient oak grove, and a thirty-foot standing stone in the middle. I found a hidden trail up to the summit of the rock and felt such power streaming all around me I was utterly transported and actually in danger of falling off for a few moments. Since then I have been there for the most amazing meditations - as well as the grove at the other end - but it's so powerful, I feel I have to be "pure" when I go there. Twice I have started up the trail but turned back because it didn't feel "right" - this is also mountain lion habitat, so I respect those feelings deeply.
This is a city-owned wilderness spot with thirty miles of trails...the rules are to stay on the trails, and the rangers are severe if they catch you off them. Still, there are people like me who sneak around, and I know I cannot be the only one who is aware that this is ancient sacred ground. There is a person, whom I have never seen, who has been going out there for years and creating enigmatic stacks of stones in out-of-the-way places. In a way this is irritating to me because at times it makes it hard to tell if a formation is ancient, natural or this guy's artwork. Nevertheless, his obvious reverence for what this landscape IS compels my respect. I see very little litter, graffitti or other desecration out there. And I show these places to almost no one.
I'm not able to get out as often as you. Haven't been to my old stomping grounds in the desert for twenty-odd years. But every day as I drive or take the train to work, I can look out the window and see Mesa Rock to the north - sixty feet tall, athe largest of more than a dozen standing stones that stretch across a ridge and can be seen for miles. Here it is from the east, with the Pacific in the background thirty miles away...Mesa Rock is on the far left:
8-D
Every good thing you
Welcome Tricia
Love your picture too! Good to see you here.
Love U
Welcome Bodhisatva Tricia
Welcome to our wild and diverse community, Tricia! Thanks for sharing so much about yourself in your profile. I was particularly thrilled to hear about your involvement with special Olympics. I have always felt a strong resonance with the physically disabled. You take care and have fun exploring around here and making friends.
With lots of love and excitement,
Fred
I in Ouda's Eye
Long life to you my friend.
Hello KatyQ,
That is a photo of my self portrait as my reflection in my big warmblood, Ouda's eye. I had her mother for 26 years and this one was born into my lap. You can imagine the relationship between us. She is without guile. Sweet and honest and she is as capable fording streams in the wilderness as when she is doing dressage in an arena. I am proud of her.
This sure seems like an interesting and warm bunch. I already have the family feel.
Later,
Tricia
Welcome!
Great mirror shot in a good friends eye! Welcome back to your childhood.....and your favorite new cyber playground!
Love Mary