The following story happened years ago before I became attuned to Reiki. The experience made me face my abilities head on for the first time. I thought I would share it. I wrote it using creative non-fiction to make it more entertaining.

Twilight deepened the sky over the valley to violet as I walked down a favorite trail toward home. The scent of earth, grass, and sea water filled the cooling air. I stepped carefully along the rough path as my eagle eye vision dimmed in the low light.

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Daily Word — Sunday, July 12, 2009

Harmony

I live in harmony and peace.

A candle radiates light from the center of its flame. In the same way, the love of God glows from within me and radiates to the people around me.

As an expression of divine love, I respond to others with compassion. I welcome opportunities to share kind words, to act in thoughtful ways, and to show consideration for each person in my life.… Continue

Most children are fascinated with stones. And as children, this is where many of you found your love of rocks and crystals. Embrace that fascination-encourage it and share what you know. You, too, will witness the amazing connection of child and crystal. It is one of the purest, most innocent and beautiful scenes you can imagine.
As early as the day a child is conceived or arrives home from the hospital, those who appreciate crystals and their energies have introduced them into the child's life.… Continue

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Daily Word — Saturday, July 11, 2009

Forgive

I forgive myself and others.

If ever I am disheartened by my own missteps or careless words, I renew myself emotionally and spiritually through prayer. Opening to God's grace, I affirm: God loves me unconditionally.

The more loving and gentle I am with myself, the more I am loving and gentle toward others. As I u… Continue

Whenever you are in doubt or when the self becomes too much with you, try the following experiment: Recall the face of the poorest and most helpless person you have ever seen and ask yourself if the step you contemplate is going to be for any use to him or to her . . . Then you will find your doubts and your self melting away. ~ Mohandas Gandhi