Mind Scraps: Pondering the Peaceful Warrior
More quotes and commentary from reading, Sacred Journey of the Peaceful Warrior: “The journey itself creates the warrior.” That’s why I travel. “A troubling feeling was growing inside me, but I didn’t have the words for it yet.” Felt the same way at poignant times in my life. It’s good. It’s an awareness. I sign [...]
Mind Scraps: The Three Selves
The book I’m currently reading, Sacred Journey of the Peaceful Warrior, outlines that what is human is actually an embodiment of three distinct beings: the Basic Self, the Conscious Self and the Higher Self. Each has its unique traits that are precious and valuable. The trick is to discern which traits to let guide you [...]
Mind Scraps: Powerful Eyes and Dead Eyes
Throughout my two and a half months here in Mexico, I’ve seen various military trucks rumble by with soldiers hanging off the back. Camouflaged cloths shroud their mouths and matching helmets cover their heads. All you can see is their eyes. There’s something irresistibly alluring about a covered face that shows nothing but its eyes. [...]
Mind Scraps: Spreading the Love
A friend of mine was having Photoshop fun with an image he took in a cave in Chihuahua, MX: “:) Laura hace corazones (Laura makes hearts),” he said. His words touch my heart.
Mind Scraps: Is Humanity Beginning to Trust Itself?
Right now, thanks to Couchsurfing, I’m in Cancun, MX sleeping in a luxurious house. A 19-year-old photographer who has traveled nearly as much as I have and who’s photographic accomplishments surpass my own, casually hosts me – the wayward traveler – as if it is a widely-accepted, worldwide custom. In the morning I awake. My [...]
Mind Scraps: Galaxies and Constellations
The latest inspiring words from the Pillar: So now that that galaxy on our shoulders is a bit lighter, I bid you a good evening. Never lose faith in all those great things you believe in or in the unlimited potential YOU possess!! I will continue to be here. And I am honored to be [...]
Mind Scraps: Words that Speak to my Heart
Some more quotes I’ve pulled from Sacred Journey of the Peaceful Warrior that truly hit home with me: “All our journeys are sacred, and all our lives an adventure.” ~Dan Millman “Free will does not mean that you can establish the curriculum; only that you can elect what you want to take at a given [...]
Mind Scraps: New Soul, Warrior Soul
I call her La Cebollita because, well, that’s what she calls herself. She sent the following to me in response to my post about the Pterodactyl: I’m reading about the Pterodactyl and the Embracer, and I’m remembering how odd I sometimes feel around desensitized people, how disorienting their adaptation to ugliness is. I’m amazed at [...]
Mind Scraps: Love Wells Up When Watching Others Grow
I chatted with the Embracer on Skype today (thanks to Ele). He liked what I wrote about his dear friend the Pterodactyl and felt compelled to share more… The Embracer: Hermoso lo que escribiste. Puedes enviar a mi mail porfavor? Beautiful what you wrote. Can you email it to me please? Me: Si claro Of [...]
Mind Scraps: Pterodactyl with the Eye of a Dove
You hear the screech noting his arrival. The high-pitched cry is his trademark. That’s why I call him the Pterodactyl. “I’m glad you and the Pterodactyl get along,” the Embracer noted happily. “Many people don’t enjoy his company because he can be a bit crude.” (Side note: My story with the Embracer I still need [...]
Mind Scraps: I am the Moonstone
I’ve always been told that my birthstone is the Ruby, for the month of July. While I appreciate the seductive red essence of the Ruby I never really thought it embodied me. Because the Bruja de Chihuahua is always referring to astrological signs, today, I decided to give mine another look. It turns out the [...]
Mind Scraps: Full-Throttle to the Sea!
The Pillar inspires me… time to act! I need to get to the sea!! Andale… full-throttle!! Life, mi amiga, is a series of moments, of fleeting opportunities. As each opportunity presents itself, we have a choice. You, Mariposa Rico, so much more often than not, choose to live, to squeeze every invigorating drop of joy [...]
Mind Scraps: The Eyes of My Heart
Feeling drained the other day, I shared a bit of my less than ‘rico’ sentiments to the Pillar. Once again, his remarkably humbling eloquence gave me the lift I needed. Well, as I believe I told you one time, I believe I can look into a person’s eyes and see their soul, see into the [...]
Mind Scraps: The Warrior Angel and the Cheshire Cat
Her movements are graceful and deliberate. Her eyes shine with stealth. She offers sincere affection, but on her terms, no one else’s. Quietly, she’ll watch from a camouflaged perch, approaching you with a confident swag only when she decides you’ve earned her favor. Her looks are most deceiving; the face of a young early 20’s [...]
Mind Scraps: Hailing in the Desert
Saturday a brand new friend, whom I met once again in Kaldi, invited me to a typical Mexican breakfast. Of course, I wasn’t going to pass that up!! We spent less than an hour together before he noted, “Laura eres loca (Laura you’re crazy.)” I proudly responded with an enthusiastic ‘Yes. That’s me!’ Followed by [...]
Mind Scraps: Morning Surprise
I opened my inbox this morning to find a most surprising pingback on my blog. I followed the link to find that my prior clients, Zimmcomm New Media, threw me a most humbling shout: Long-time Agwired readers may remember the lovely and talented Laura McNamara who did quite a bit of work for us back [...]
Mind Scraps: Every Butterfly Needs a Cocoon
I received two responses yesterday from the Pillar. More reasons why I call him the Pillar… Response one: Laura-thanks. I am honored to be your pillar. Just keep on being my muse and the muse for so many as you weave your mystical tales in a way that only you can. I will talk to [...]
Mind Scraps: Admiting the Lesser and Doomed to Burn
Sacred Journey of the Peaceful Warrior by Dan Millman is one of the books I’m currently reading. I take it in small doses, trying to fully ingest and understand the complex messages woven throughout it’s plot. I definitely recommend it. As I was reading the other day, I copied some quotes that really hit home [...]
Mind Scraps: Powerful Words from the Pillar
The world is growing smaller. Technology is enabling humanity to make a grand transformation, but the world is still deciding just what kind of transformation. We, as the collective human consciousness, have the choice to either reach a more heightened level of enlightenment or allow our existence to fade, like a candle reaching the end [...]
Mind Scraps: Frenzy
Arrived in Chihuahua, Mexico by El Chepe (Chihuahua Pacifico train) from my trip to the Barrancas del Cobre late last night. The train chugs on as desert slowly morphs into a sloping land of strange rock formations – some eerily resemble petrified spirits of eras past. Then, the rises and dips become more drastic and [...]
Mind Scraps: The Magical Mystery
Yesterday, Bob treated me to both lunch and dinner… and salsa lessons in between. First, homemade spinach ravioli at Andre’s Confiserie Suisse complete with cinnamon tea, cream filled cake covered in marzipan and fine coffee. Wow. Then salsa lessons… we got vid of a cool dance sequence for women… so I’ll be able to practice! [...]
Mind Scraps: Finally Film
Exciting news! The man featured in the documentary “Being the Diablo” has invited me to collaborate on another documentary film – this time, one that features the Copper Canyon Ultramarathon. I’ve been itching to get more involved in documentary and film making for too long now. Finally… I am! **** Helped film two most interesting [...]
Mind Scraps: Rollercoaster
Oh life keeps jerking me up, down and side-to-side. Don’t really have much energy to elaborate too much. So just some quick notes: Connecting with new people passionate about the Tarahumara every hour it seems. Kindred spirits. Connections, goals and timing so crazy spot on that it’s more than “coincidence.” Excitement! **** Timing not right [...]
Mind Scraps: Bound for Mexico
Bob came by for lunch. He has treated me several times so this time I cooked him a veggie stir-fry with my infamous salad. Of course, I’ve learned yet more about Bob and his most interesting life pursuits. Looking forward to kicking it with him this weekend before I go. *** Had an invigorating swim [...]
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