Monthly Archives: April 2010

My Hope

by Kathy Ruff This is my hope:      May we clothe ourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience today as we go about our daily activities.      May we let our inner lights shine brightly so we may illuminate … Continue reading

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Sharing Seeds

by Kathy Ruff Yesterday I wrote about returning to a space of inner calm, but today I see my entire situation from a different set of eyes. My unrest has been festering for a few years, but became acute a … Continue reading

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Some Days Are Better Than Others

by Kathy Ruff      Some days feel better than others.  Sometimes I find it harder to practice the principles of spiritual living.  Today was one of those days.      While the day proved very productive with my ‘to-do’ list, stressors … Continue reading

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Riding the Natural Currents

by Kathy Ruff      Look at this picture and imagine, if you can, the sound of rushing water as it travels down the Mauch Chunk Creek (pronounced ‘crick’) toward the Lehigh River.      Every day we’re inundated with sounds — some … Continue reading

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Black & White & Shades of Gray

by Kathy Ruff      I recently shared an interesting discussion with members of the All Faiths Tabernacle in Jim Thorpe (Pennsylvania).  The conversation — between an acknowledged agnostic, an atheist and two Christians — revolved around whether works grew out … Continue reading

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What does “living a spiritual life” mean?

by Kathy Ruff      Living a “spiritual” life may mean different things to diverse people.  Words can never seem to give the concept adequate justice or explanation, but I’ll try to explain it from my point of view — today.       … Continue reading

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Creative Camaraderie

by Kathy Ruff      Today’s the day after the first annual Write it Right writers’ conference hosted by the Black Diamond Writers’ Network.  Months of planning finally came to fruition as over 50 people enjoyed a number of classroom sessions … Continue reading

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Is Your Heart Aflame?

by Kathy Ruff      Do you have a passion that makes your heart warm and tingly?  Is there something you always wanted to do but haven’t?  Why not?      One of my passions is to be outdoors and enjoy Mother … Continue reading

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Pursue Your Passion

by Kathy Ruff Yesterday I joined with others to celebrate the life of a man, Larry Straubinger, who passed away in January.  Larry shared a passion with my father — trapshooting. I was brought back to my pre-teen years with fond memories … Continue reading

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Enjoying Morning Quiet Time

by Kathy Ruff With the unseasonably warm morning temps (60 degrees) this morning, my open windows reveal the sounds of birds singing their morning accolades and the smell of fresh, cool air as it slowly circulates into my room.  It always amazes … Continue reading

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