Bearing Fruit

That which has been sown in the past
exists and nothing can arrest or stop
those seeds from coming to fruition.

They must bear fruit in this present life
or be concealed until a more favorable soil
and more suitable condition can cause them
to germinate, unfold, grow and flower forth
in the clear light of day.

~Master Djwhal Khul

Of Note: This illuminating statement applies to an individual, race or nation. Of particular interest at the present time in relation to the planet Earth is a nation's karma. As a matter of fact, it may be the most important component in the coming shift. Because it is group conscious, our souls know or care little about our individual problems. It is good to keep in mind the words of Master DK, who once said that we are not as interesting to our souls as we think. That is humbling, is it not? On another note, this unusual white pumpkin is growing in my new pumpkin patch. Although I had tried to grow this hearty fruit many times, this is the droughty year it decided to grace the garden. Could be it is paying respects to our deceased dog, who was buried nearby in May.

A Bright Beam in Hell Itself

THE DARKEST PLACE RECEIVES THE LIGHT.
THE DAWN APPEARS ON EARTH.

THE DAYSPRING FROM ON HIGH
SHEDS ITS BRIGHT BEAM IN HELL ITSELF.

AND ALL IS LIGHT AND LIFE.

~Old Commentary

Of Note: Life in the northwoods is magical. Scenes like this greet us almost every night this month. September is usually chilly with a hint of fall in the air. This month has been a mixture of summer and early fall, with early fall in the morning and summer the rest of the day. The garden knows it's the changing of the seasons, however. The flowers are spent and going to seed, which is their turn at immortality.

Seeking the Light

Only in spheres where a
shadow veils the vision
can the spirit seek the light.

~Master Morya

Of Note: I am back after a very busy summer during which my husband has published a book after he had a health scare in April. During the interim, I have saved many great quotes and Marie has sent me a treasury of new photos. I've shot a few myself this summer, like the one above taken on the lake in front on the house last week. Every night the sky has been this peachy color much to my delight. Change has continued, of course; we could all not help but notice. The fast changing world has become a hot news topic. What is behind that change? It is a question I ask myself every day. The answers may surprise you. Stay tuned.

Selecting the Greater

From two kinds of evil
select the lesser.
From two kinds of good
select the greater.

~H. Roerich

Of Note: As our consciousness evolves, we are no longer confronted with simple black and white decisions. The tests become more difficult. In front of us are two doors, each with a good behind it. Or the opposite. Which to choose? The guiding principle above could help in that time of uncertainty. After having made a few of these dicier decisions, we understand that others are confronted with the same situation. Judging others becomes much more difficult and our compassion grows. Until it fills us. And on up the ladder of evolution we climb in this most difficult school called Earth. (We might also keep this in mind when watching world leaders grapple with the many "opportunities" presented daily.)

Today's Weather Report: Can you believe since last blogging a few weeks back it is still chilly every morning? Around 34 degrees. A few mornings it has been below freezing. For some reason (probably hope not based on reality,) I put tomato and pumpkin plants out on a warmer day, forgot to cover them, and they bit the dust. So, newly purchased plants now sit inside waiting for the cold to pass. If it passes. During past chilly summers, I've worn shorts only once or twice. Hopefully, this will not be one of those. If that occurs, I might as well plant the tomatoes in pots in the house and send the pumpkin plants back to Illinois with my grandkids when they visit next week. We finally got rain starting last evening and continuing through today. Maybe even tomorrow. Rain is badly needed as this is our fourth year of drought. The dock sits askew with no water underneath. Mind you, the lake still has lots of water--it is just not near the old shoreline.

Watch For Change Snippet: Today is Great Invocation Day. The day the Christ pours out his blessings over all the world. The Great Invocation is a request or even a gentle demand that light, love and power pour forth upon the Earth, sealing the door where evil dwells. The Christ hearing this demand sends his love and light daily, but today propels an extra boost of power. With His inevitable backing and our continued striving, we are guaranteed construction following destruction. Signs of new growth can be seen already like teeny blades of grass sprouting through the scorched crust. We hope some day to have a verdant carpet.

No Inevitability, Only Possibility

History is not made by quietism
but by the historic achievement
of those who seek perfection.

Those who are self-conceited
lose the bliss of searching.
And the self-conceited are
condemned to sterility.

There is no inevitability,
there is only possibility.

~Helena Roerich

Of Note: All of us are self-conceited--even if we think we aren't. Self-conceited in this passage means self-involved in family, community and our busy lives in general. Often we give a few minutes to the spiritual side of life and forget about it the rest of the time. Ancient wisdom teaches that earthly existence is death and spiritual living is true Life. Accepting that concept as reality, we would inevitably reach our minds to the stars. In doing so, we would stand along side the Christ in bringing salvation to the world. Even now, He is gathering minds for that eventuality, that future perfection.

Today's Weather Report: It looks like rain as the clouds are dark and low. Even at temps in the 60's Fahrenheit, the air is chilly....so much so that socks were a necessity this morning. I finished the garden over our dog's grave, and it looks sparse as all new gardens do. By next year at this time, it will have filled out. I did plant a couple of pumpkin plants that over the course of the summer will take over the area. When that occurs, I'll post a picture. Seasons are short here in northern Wisconsin for pumpkin growing, but sometimes all the stars line up for a good pumpkin harvest.

Watch For Change Snippet: Our new President must know that perfection is ultimately created in action not passivity. He is certainly taking the nation on a new path--amazingly, it is letting him have this space. The financial meltdown seems to have put a damper on people's fighting mood which was so prevalent during the elections. It was like a great release went forth prior to November 4th, and now we are taking a much needed mental break from belligerence.

True Wealth

True wealth is not measured in
money or status or power.
It is measured in the legacy
we leave behind for those
we love and those we inspire.

~Cesar Chavez

Of Note: If our children were educated about "true wealth" from day one, the world would change quickly. Started at home, this education would commence with an inclusive definition of "those we love." Presently, the love of an individual might extend to family members, maybe the community and workplace. If done right, future generations will consider all humans as family and all beings as part of the community.

Today's Weather Report: A lovely day with the sun shining and little wind, though it was freezing again the pre-dawn. The newspaper officially announced the 4th year of drought which explains our lake being low. This may be just how it is for some time. Those who used to fish from the dock will not have much luck this year, unless they can catch fish in a foot or less of water. The lilypads are loving it, however.

Harnassing the Energies of Love

Someday after we have mastered the winds,
the waves, the tides and gravity,
we shall harness for God the energies of love.

Then for the second time in the history of the world,
we will have discovered FIRE.

~Teilhard de Chardin

Of Note: Love is the all-consuming fire of which Jesus spoke. In the teachings of ageless wisdom all energy is described as fire, but love provides the special fuel whereby burning fusion is possible. It is the next evolutionary step for all of us. A burning love makes all things possible. President Obama seems to know this as well. During the Notre Dame University commencement speech yesterday, he spoke these eloquent words:

"So many of you at Notre Dame--by last count, upwards of 80%--have lived this law of love through service you've performed at schools and hospitals, international relief agencies and local charities. Now you must carry the tradition forward. Make it a way of life. Because when you serve, it doesn't just improve your community, it makes you a part of your community. It breaks down walls. It fosters cooperation. And when that happens--when people set aside their differences to work in common effort toward a common good, when they struggle together, and sacrifice together, and learn from on another--ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE."

This whole document is worthy of serious reflection at www.ncronline.org/news/politics/obama-calls-understanding-respect.

Today's Weather Report: It was a strange weekend weatherwise. Early Saturday morning brought snow--not a lot, but snow nonetheless. Then the temps hovered at about 35 degrees Fahrenheit the rest of the day while wild winds made the air even colder. We were greeted Sunday morning with temps in the high twenties although by last evening it was 50 or so. Today was more moderate. The walleye fishermen who came up from Chicago thought this was just perfect weather to catch fish, and they were quite successful in that endeavor. Though, even those intrepid souls said that this was some of the coldest fishing weather they'd had in all the years they've been getting together. And that's saying something since this was at least their 30th year doing just that.