Dialogue

Interviewed Grammy nominated 'Gentle Thunder' with her flutes and 'hammer dulcimer'.

(photo by Gentle Thunder in KZSC air room)

Dialogue

3/30/11

We're seemingly always

in communication with

self, others, and

All of Creation,

where constant inundation

by outside interference

known as 'society'

creates a forgetting

of essential law,

'Know Thy Self'

as spiritual being

in human form

equipped with senses

and necessary tools

to navigate 'reality',

this interconnected relationship

between transmitter, receiver

involving everything present

which engages attention

within any moment,

it's our choices

conscious or subconscious

that call cohorts

forward to dance,

be part of

life's invigorating dialogue.

Until Then

Petroglyphs showing humans, animals, lightning bolt and more.

Valley of Fire, Nevada

Until Then

3/29/11

This moment

that contains

all potential

sparks electricity

into any

dream possibility

when imagining

future unfoldment,

it's fun

playing with

joyful scenarios

deemed worthy

of attention,

intention, effort,

to manifest

in communion

when Source,

self, others,

become synthesized

lightning bolt

cracking open

fertile seeds,

promising start,

blossom, fruition,

calmly persevering

until then.

Into The Mists

I'm in the first boat peering above the raging rapids of the Tuolumne River in California.

Into The Mists

3/28/11

Peering destined future

from old mindset

is ego game,

distorted robes, personas

rise to challenge

threat of domination

and subservience to

a greater calling

that 'Soul' hears,

the real 'master'

willing to risk

what once was

for adventure into

unexplored virgin territory

beyond past conceptualization,

catching glimpses of

guiding shore fires

while stealthily paddling

river into 'Unknown'

nearly blind journey

where surrealistic images

explode into consciousness,

seared by lightning,

shooting star insights,

illuminating mysterious voyage

into the mists.

How Far

Graveyard near the village of Bunessan, overlooking stormy land mass called 'Scridain'.

Isle of Mull, Scotland

How Far

3/27/11

It's a dance to ascertain path

amid millions of myriad destinies

scrutinizing every nuanced choice made,

mundanely routine without grave consequence

on 'minute' level engaging varied timing,

with large impact filled decided events

there's full spectrum of life adaptation

making major shift in essential territories

effecting career, friends, home, status ...

which catapults a landing on strange planet

as if parallel universe with diverse sensibilities

effecting one's belief in fate, the gods,

asking if 'out of control' is nature of living

especially when circumstances are irrevocable,

someone dies from earthquake, tsunami,

nuclear accident impossible to manage,

this is when Humanity gets 'ass kicked',

humbled enough now to doubt it's mastery

seeing interconnection through corner of eye

bringing caution to predicting future,

again noticing all the variables involved

and wondering if anything is securely

set in stone, able to be depended on,

so people wonder if it's crazy

to dream at all of a 'better today'

or how far to plan into 'tomorrow'.

Alchemy

My parents, Robert Franklin Spitzer and Dorothy Marie Hayes, on wedding day.

Alchemy

3/25/11

Once a medieval methodology aimed

at turning baser metals into gold

it still speaks to miraculous transfiguration

but in realms greater than mundane reality,

deeper, wider, more expansive, electric,

far reaching, than ancestors could have dreamed,

though they 'understood', were acutely aware of

invisible worlds inundating physical existence,

and here we are now as 'exploiters'

who take advantage of revolutionary science

but give no credit to unseen 'Source'

which allows humanity's inventive genius

no matter it's use or terrible consequence,

guns, bombs, nuclear power, satellites, computers,

traveling full spectrum in uncontrolled orgy

escalated toward destruction of beauty,

wholeness, common sense, wisdom, innate goodness,

threatening love of neighbor, self, Creation,

in cacophony that is maddening din,

yet, hope lies eternal in human DNA,

subconsciously aware of magnificent potential

our 'coming together' can fully realize,

manifested in small ways on daily basis

where myriad examples display remarkable synergy,

as what happens when two people of like minds,

spirits, hearts, embody alchemy of Mystery.

Miraculous Realm

View of 'Ghost Range' territory from 'Land of Shining Stones' overlooking Abiquiu reservoir.

Abiquiu, New Mexico

Miraculous Realm

3/24/11

The great catastrophes and upheavals

within the halls of human history

pale in comparison to earliest travesty

when mankind denounced symbiotic marriage

to Mother Earth, plants, animals, 'Existence'

deeming homo sapiens a conquering species,

this divorce of integral sacred relationship

birthed 'turning events' witnessed today

due to imbalanced disregard and disrespect

fashioned by 'dog eat dog' worldview,

it's this manipulation of our transformative power

that values 'credentialed' experts over wise elders,

empirical knowledge espousing separation

instead of holistic interrelated understanding,

or divisions specifying hierarchal specialties

opposite full spectrum Life experiences,

these distortions damaged the 'Hoop of Creation'

and if mended, world again would recognize 'magic',

'Mystery's' unexplainable 'Universe of All Potential'

where we'd celebrate never ending diversity,

forever see each other as God, Goddess,

supremely rare, without equal or comparison,

embracing, encouraging, inspiring every entity

toward expressing unique talented 'Essence',

witnessing 'Spirit' in grass blade, bird, element,

in miraculous realm known through loving heart.

Great Adventure

Enjoying a 'zip line' adventure near Montezuma, Costa Rica

Great Adventure

3/23/11

Life is nothing but this

when witnessing trajectory of history,

the grand risks humanity's taken

through shared individual response, reaction,

depending on urgency and motivation,

rare peaceful coexistence is no exception

as living means constant change

with world turning into the future

barely issuing whispers on tongue, in ear,

that say, 'Improvement is coming.'

but not without pioneering vision,

action, where everyone plays part,

forever curious of surprise unfolding

which takes an explorer's resilient heart

to fathom such a wondrous world

and ably transmit awe of the miraculous

in terms to awaken, open the masses

afraid or unwilling to transcend themselves

by remembering higher purpose and direction,

honoring Earth, ourselves, when dreaming

of our Oneness with sense of timing to walk

on road toward recovered balance, beauty,

while guarding necessary vitality, integrity,

reborn in creative freedom of every moment

where opportunity to evolve consciousness

becomes daily great adventure we're on.

Conjuring

On my bedroom wall by the 'east' window.

Conjuring

3/22/11

Each of us is wizard, sorceress,

tied to shamanistic tradition,

though many abdicate, let 'ordained' practice

through ceremonial religious ritual

relinquishing our power to influence transformation,

but in lesser degree it's normal exercise

when we dream, envision, feel potential

as if 'it is' in this moment,

checking for motivational passion

that can catapult us into future

use affirming prayer, thoughts,

while resourcing 'what's needed'

then assembling in order of strategy

what implemented planned action will take,

often outcome can miss the mark

depending quality of one's intention

and if goal supports vitality, integrity,

interwoven with high purposeful direction

of your Soul 'being, becoming' physical

within 'Sacred Dream of Life' manifesting

conscious evolution in 'Great Turning',

undeniably it's demoralizing sad loss

to forget inherent ability to creatively

design our existence in high fashion,

or to not encourage and inspire others

toward realizing humanity's deep mandate

for conjuring a peaceful, just, and joyous world.

Inside

My garden as if looking from the inside of my mind.

Inside

3/21/11

This is playing field

where forces take shape

when vying for dominance

or equitably shared existence

during 'The Great Turning',

humanity's accelerated exponential upheaval,

asking 'What's needed now?'

to survive 'evolutionary' changes

on recalibrating Mother Earth

who is re-awakening everyone

toward witnessing 'Oneness' of

humans, plants, animals, elements,

calling for necessary work

upon world's physical place,

yet, essentials are 'within',

all of us re-evaluating

what sustenance to give

that'll encourage expansive growth

with willingness to release

attitudes, images, opinions, beliefs

no longer serving us,

deciding to feed wolf

voraciously dedicating itself toward

love, goodness, peaceful coexistence,

while being of service

inside 'Life's Sacred Dream'.

Wants To Happen

What's next to build in my life?

(photo by Art Durand Photography)

Wants To Happen

3/20/11

A fertile mind

can dream big,

often beyond possibility

of realistic creation

when weighing costs,

peering unforeseen challenges

revealing different considerations

from close inspection

within physical parameters

which negate project,

not other times,

where actual construct

toward fulfilled desire

has more flexibility,

room to manifest

in timing, potential,

approach, straightforward options

featuring less confusion,

promising increased rewards,

positive surprises, intangibles

that feed heart,

soul, sparking mind,

energizing emotional body

to power efforts

while discovering what

wants to happen.

Catapult

Old 'horse' of the railroad.

Roaring Camp, Felton, California

Catapult

3/19/11

Procrastination is misunderstood cousin

to procreation, (very near in dictionary),

and closely aligned when making choices

within the physical manifestation process,

think of it as form of discernment,

the mastication and gestation stages

while waiting for electric impulse,

a lightning bolt 'Ah-ha!' revelation

that opens way to glorious destination

without all the spurs, whips, carrots

used to get one's 'horse' moving,

or latest 'kick in ass' technique

which can push forward incessantly

regardless of 'timing or interconnection',

thinking inspiration will arrive eventually

once initial inertia is overcome

no matter if heart disagrees

as long as 'mind' points toward 'success',

often a societal command of conformity,

better to patiently appreciate the pause

aware of differences from past experiences

when being 'turned on' by possibility

authentically engaging gears gone rusty,

because true discovery to 'soul direction'

was in 'out of the box' conceptualization,

this virgin consciousness then becomes catapult.

Artistry

A kind of 'morning practice' in medicine wheel fronted by 'First Peace' ceremonial altar.

Land of Shining Stones, Abiquiu, New Mexico

Artistry

3/18/11

I've heard it said

that masterpiece isn't complete

until shared with world,

and that any 'work'

made by it's creator

is really 'exposing' oneself,

a most courageous act

in society teaching 'defense'

as reason for aggression,

creating top secret documents

to protect, keep hidden

truth about what's real,

where vulnerability's sanctioned domain

of poets, artists, lovers,

revered as revealing mystics

availed to magic realms,

has come within reach

for everyone to 'open',

channeling a warrior's spirit

when sharing fears, emotions,

with friends, family, community,

on blogs, social media,

owning combined colorful strokes

of individual's 'soul essence',

physically embodied, performing improvised

beautifully alive solo artistry.

Don't Settle

Sunset behind my motorcycle route away from 'The Callanish Stones', stone circle.

Isle of Harris (mountains) and Lewis (plains), same island, in Scotland.

Don't Settle

3/17/11

'The journey is the destination.'

emblazoned on Boulder, Colorado teeshirt

reminds epic nature of life,

each person's opportunity at storytelling

to weave own personal tale

of romance, adventure, redemption, growth,

chapters filled with twist, turns,

small details, huge sweeping landscapes,

mundane struggles, extravagant dreams, visions,

some perseveringly realized, others upended,

all adding to rare mandala

one of kind never repeated

holographic entity that everyone is,

part of some blockbuster movie

keeping audience on seat's edge

where actors play out role

in character until final curtain

creating surprising chemistry in scenes

with others and surrounding environment,

nobody stops halfway through film

and speaks somebody else's lines

wanting something other than 'themselves',

Mickey Mouse isn't King Kong,

Scotland will never be Brazil,

everyone is uniquely different, so

don't settle for 'normal' existence.

No Escape

Bryce Canyon, Utah.

No Escape

3/16/11

Like never before

we have opportunity

to really absorb

our interconnected nature,

'Spider Woman's Web',

through global communication,

becoming intimately aware

of each other

from collapse, catastrophe,

rebellion, poverty, genocide,

upheavals, myriad changes

witnessed as terrible,

and within rubbled

repercussions that shake

emerge jeweled lessons

for evolving species,

the intangible 'Essence'

shared by 'All'

reminding forgotten virtues

like compassion, empathy,

desire to cooperate,

being of service

as life turns

on blue-green planet,

participating in realization

there's no escape.

Storied Evolution

Remnants of over 5,000 year old living quarters at 'Scara Brae'.

Orkney Island, Scotland

Storied Evolution

3/15/11

Specifically and generally homo sapiens are known

by personal, cultural, and Earth's 'history',

our early ancestors in tribal clans

received succor from a turbulent Mother

with Her seasons, upheavals, pendulum swings,

where parasitic humans matched volatility

amid desperate survivalist 'present'

initiating cognitive ability to remember 'past',

bringing first 'wisdom teaching' forward

surfacing idea that 'future' days were coming

and could be prudently planned for,

so it went, becoming out of balance extreme,

people fearful or excited about 'tomorrow'

depending upbringing, class, finances, education,

any number of experiences lived through

that inform thoughts of what is possible

whether it will be terrible or exalted outcome,

while most forget living 'in the moment' today

is place each individual 'tale' takes shape

written by how we handle life's procession

from cradle to grave, encountering sadness, joy,

plus everything in between others witness,

our friends, family, lovers who play roles

as supporting actors in this interdependent theater,

able to reflect and recount distance traveled

giving resounding applause to our storied evolution.

World Adapts

Small village of 'Bunessan' when the tide is out, a couple miles from my 'croft' at 'Kintra'.

October 2006 on the Isle of Mull, Scotland.

World Adapts

3/14/11

Evolution can be a messy affair,

some say Holocaust created big leap

in moral consciousness of humanity,

and end of any war wants same

to be formally recognized as advance,

rendering statements like 'Never again!'

'Forever remember horrible lessons learned!'

where everyone tries on new outlook

of peaceful brother and sisterhood, oneness,

realizing we're all in this together,

so do abnormal 'natural' disasters

when living on an 'alive' Earth

that constantly equalizes forces, balancing

gravity pulling in, fiery core pushing out,

no two days ever staying the same,

plants grow, die in cyclical dance,

mountains rise up broadening girth,

waters crest and fall with moon

or movement from fault line shifts,

many impacting with drastic consequence

while others don't register with sentients,

especially those preoccupied consuming humans

caught up in narcissistic pursuit of security

never to be attained within changing environment,

until surprise emergencies activate great qualities,

as virtues, sorely needed when whole world adapts.

Exposure

Shot of me exposed in 'thong' and tool bag' on workshop steps.

(photo by Art Durand Photography)

Exposure

3/12/11

It takes years,

many aging cycles,

depending one's experiences

and natural constitution

discovered through life,

using diagnostic systems

such as astrology,

Enneagram, Meyers-Briggs,

Earth Wisdom Teachings ...

to find clarity,

willingness, and courage

for overcoming fear

of persecution, criticism

when being genuinely

authentic truthful Self

in any circumstance,

especially if decision

will begin, end,

transform individual journey

effecting other people

through unwanted repercussions

visited upon them,

this becomes challenge

within 'soul' authority

that continually reconciles

need for exposure.

Catch Fire

Artwork by 'O'.

Catch Fire

3/11/11

I love to hear stories

about struggles and redemption,

forever rooting for underdog to succeed

in life, sports, movies, world,

as it feels like authentic mirror

reflecting some universal paradigm

of indomitable Source called 'Life Force' ...

earth's blade of grass piercing concrete,

water's ability to circumvent any obstacle,

air as omnipresent invisible potent resource,

plus flames of spirit that fuel creative freedom ...

so when reconnecting with old friend,

a Finnish lass and sister in 'Earth Wisdom'

recollecting our experiences since 'Ehama Institute',

hearing of her long, winding road afterward

filled with challenging dark days of soul,

there was feeling of amazement, awe,

of what a human being can endure,

adapt to, while on Herculean mission

we each have as our trail unfolds,

uniquely, within great dance of Existence,

leading to most valued treasure

which is truly knowing one's 'Self',

celebrating 'your' rare combination of ingredients

while loving every small and profound aspect,

then to 'catch fire', unafraid to shine light brightly.

Role Model

Two recent 'Talkabout' radio guests on KZSC where 'food freedom' was one of many topics.

Tereza Coraggio of 'Third Paradigm' fame.

Michael Olson of 'Food Chain Radio' and KSCO fame.

Role Model

3/10/11

How heartening to be surprised

when meeting someone new

who brings out feelings of admiration,

thoughts that something might be possible

because here is living proof,

a person doing what's been dreamed of

in quiet questioning of 'could I',

standing there as real example,

perhaps we're all pioneering explorers

for those who come behind,

showing a trail through life

by making unique way forward

knowing we can never replicate

specifically what another has done,

yet, an archetypal pattern often surfaces

which carries a kind of universality

spawning infinite diverse offshoots

where we're both different and the same,

no less than great leader, saint,

or more than the downtrodden,

each carries seeds that are necessary

for greater unfolding of humanity,

young and old teaching one another

evolving in dance of the miraculous,

inspiring courage by being genuine 'Self'

as authentic role model living one's truth.

Owning

Less traveled 'trail' taken by motorcycle after returning from visit to Isle of Harris and Lewis.

Isle of Skye, Scotland

Owning

3/9/11

In a world made crazy

by choices, realistic or not,

it can be difficult to settle

upon major trajectory of life,

especially if imagination is strong

able to 'shoe horn' different scenarios

into one's miraculous world of potential

thinking anything is possible,

yet, probable becomes another matter,

instead I must take notice

of my natural tendencies, pace,

what draws me into passionate focus

engaging what elicits skills,

talents, sensibilities so inherent

and pleasured in process of creation

that 'ego desire' slips beneath

the great purpose of 'soul' calling

my life, inhabiting body, mind,

coloring spirit and emotions,

where reading subtle signs,

bold ones, details original trail

on map of personal adventure

which resembles a treasure hunt,

though it's not the physical territory

I must navigate in this 'shared' reality

while owning my unique contributions.

Small Headway

'Beehive cell', and labyrinth on small island near Isle of Iona, and Isle of Mull, Scotland.

Small Headway

3/8/11

When doing inner work

by reconfiguring thoughts,

shifting feelings through expression,

stumbling onto new revelations

or recirculating old ones,

it's often difficult

to perceive any change

during gestation period

seemingly taking forever,

perhaps not at all,

the fear of which

can leap into throat,

cut off breath,

cry for help,

ability to verbalize truth

as witnessed presently,

this is time for

trusting 'persevering faith'

that there's perfection

playing out in Unknown,

for better or worse

if left brain judges,

but right hemisphere wisdom

arrives as 'intuition',

whispers 'Keep going.'

while making small headway.

Great Turning

Bare and rare snow covered garden beds waiting seeds to be planted.

Great Turning

3/7/11

What must

I become

in order

to usher

dream visions

into manifested

physical reality,

claiming power

that's inside

purposeful 'soul',

where parts,

old patterns

fall away,

disintegrate, dissolve,

their energy

now available

as composted

fertile earth

awaiting time

for activation

of seeds

I plant,

while wanting

original expression,

inspired living,

creativity, during

'Great Turning'.

Surprise Validation

On Sunday morning radio show 'Conciliation Sunday' ,6-9 am. on KZSC. (www.kzsc.org)

(photo by Crysse Morrison)

Surprise Validation

3/6/11

It feels good to be recognized

for work done in service

toward love of some personal truth

such as today during KZSC pledge drive

when my radio show “Conciliation Sunday”

raised $940 from listeners

nearly tripling show's previous donation record,

15 listeners were willing to give support

which makes it more worthwhile

to get up early, forgo Saturday nights,

while providing inspiration to audience

through talks by spiritual masters

from “Sounds True Audio Learning Series” CDs,

on-air interviews of local movers and shakers,

reading pulled selections from books, magazines,

and playing music with meaningful lyrics,

so wonderful to have reinforcement

by community of like-minded people

during challenging times, this “Great Turning”

where much is being asked of us

in leaving the old world behind,

then trustingly stepping into new,

reaching out to one another,

brothers and sisters in this together

cheering unique strides we each make

received as surprise validation for efforts.

At Home

Home sweet home.

At Home

3/5/11

Here I can let loose,

turn guitar amp up loud

and sing at top of lungs

recorded by distant Ipod app,

or dance with abandon to music

DJ spins on college radio station,

surprising me and body by energy

that pours out after long work week,

earlier I had thoughts of unwinding

out on town, starting with happy hour,

then checking out local band playing,

clubbing with strangers, finding friends,

instead came back to my place,

unloaded the van, shook out tarps,

rearranged tools, fed the animals,

brought laundry upstairs to put away,

imbibing beer and toke that eased

any desire to leave this abode

where good things catch my attention

not just in evening of expression,

but tomorrow's potential began whispering

of possibilities to enjoy even more

if I didn't choose to stay out late,

spend money beyond tight budget

while distracted by women shaking booties,

much better to 'unleash' myself at home.

Simple

Scottish woman carrying a basket of dried 'peat' for burning.

Picture from hotel lobby on Isle of Mull, Scotland.

Simple

3/4/11

Chop

wood

carry

water,

do

what's

next

waiting

in

wings

of

fate,

destiny,

this

moment

second

minute

today,

trusting

life

to

show

itself

is

so

simple.

Challenges

Light at exit to an ancient cave on the Isle of Mull, Scotland.

Challenges

3/3/11

Everyone suffers

at sometime,

feels friction

between past,

present, future,

running thoughts

that denigrate,

rob power

and possibility

for transcendence

beyond darkness

and trap

of victim,

villain, hero,

wondering how,

when, if,

there's escape

from 'dilemma'

into 'choice'

greatly favored,

finally shining

perfect light

toward easeful

flowing path

after witnessing,

learning more,

about Self

during challenges.

Take Advantage

Creating music with Marc Bass and Peter Clark (not pictured) at my 50th birthday bash.

Take Advantage

3/2/11

I'm not a father or mother

who has learned to savor moments

when not in service to family,

career, making ends meet

with endless chores to accomplish,

plus extracurricular activities for kids

where quiet moments for self care are rare,

you'll find me on pendulum's other end

verily spoiled with few real imperatives,

of course, working to provide food, shelter, money,

takes toll on amount of leisure time,

but being single, except for dog, two cats,

gives me plenty of personal freedom,

so much so I fear I'm lazy,

full of ideas, dreams from Aquarian mind,

yet, slow on manifestation of any

as there's no one to answer to, impress,

only myself and the 'judge' inside

who rears ugly head at crucial times

when not satisfied with produced results,

true, stewing in juices is necessary

especially during winter 'kiva' moons introspection

while cycles of aging activate differing values,

yet, in recollecting life experiences

my greatest absorbed joy is when

I take advantage of moment to create.

Over Humps

Homestead at mountain range pass during winter of 2007.

Isle of Mull, Scotland

Over Humps

3/1/11

Lately, life resembles a mountain,

oddly, of my own making

with a whole 'range' of peaks

off in distant territories to explore,

different from this 'base camp'

of how I've lived before 'now',

stirring feelings of being inexperienced,

inadequate, unprepared to scale heights

that my spirit outrageously dreams of,

thinking to pioneer into the Unknown

demands tools I don't have knowledge of,

but part of me believes I do

or 'should' have what it takes already

somewhere buried inside waiting discovery,

which sparks remembrance of the intangibles

I've come to realize about myself

through past failures and success,

the resilience to get back on 'horse'

after falling out of saddle while galloping,

filing away the lessons learned about balance,

and any number of other qualities

like courage, will, enthusiasm, playful imagination,

even stubbornness, anger, and dissatisfaction,

find place along trust, faith, love, curiosity,

belief in 'soul' that's connected to Source,

combined as 'creativity' to get over humps.

Clear Knowing

Years after immigrating from Romania, my great grandparent Spitzer's deli and restaurant.

Buffalo, New York

Clear Knowing

2/28/11

Call it being 'in the zone'

what appears as rare event

in an 'average' person's life experiences,

a kind of 'I can do no wrong.'

'This is what I'm meant for.'

understanding of 'being in the groove',

bringing one's unique gifts forward,

easing into a rooted genius

held dormant for so long

buried too deeply by mind's confusion,

all fuzzy and full of old programs,

fears, beliefs fed by failures

which muffled, but didn't quiet

the persistent call of the 'soul'

who witnesses journey, cradle to grave,

constantly buoying next courageous act

when feeling defeated, wondering why,

or thinking one's efforts don't matter,

yet, here's great aspect of our incarnation,

we're married to powerful creative truth

of being miraculous, like sun, moon, earth,

with origins from stardust light energy

connected to the magic of Existence,

able to guide ourselves each day

if we awaken with fresh virgin thoughts

that instill clear knowing of our perfection.