tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post8274569834617508987..comments2023-10-22T10:31:09.224-04:00Comments on Just BEing John-Michael: Just Beneath the SurfaceJohn-Michaelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-76126806935407559432008-10-07T00:21:00.000-04:002008-10-07T00:21:00.000-04:00I do thank you, Mrs C. You have made me feel very ...I do thank you, <B><I>Mrs C</I></B>. You have made me feel very good! [smile] <BR/><BR/>namaste ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-15828085847700078802008-10-07T00:19:00.000-04:002008-10-07T00:19:00.000-04:00I do hope that I have provided, even a brief momen...I do hope that I have provided, even a brief moment, free of all care. That thought is most encouraging to me. I would like to make that a Gift to you, My very Dear <B><I>NiteByrd</I></B>.<BR/><BR/>Lovingly ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-83370440768165337842008-10-06T14:28:00.000-04:002008-10-06T14:28:00.000-04:00The pictures and the poem are beautiful, John-Mich...The pictures and the poem are beautiful, John-Michael!Happy Elf Mom (Christine)https://www.blogger.com/profile/15047347624037697311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-87357634954548664832008-10-06T14:18:00.000-04:002008-10-06T14:18:00.000-04:00Some days just trying to breathe is a chore. To b...Some days just trying to breathe is a chore. To be in the water - weightless and careless would be so wonderful.<BR/><BR/>Beautiful pictures.nitebyrdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04967190902623933068noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-27117690849691534272008-10-06T08:53:00.000-04:002008-10-06T08:53:00.000-04:00An awareness that I have your company, in my accep...An awareness that I have your company, in my acceptance of the wonder of this moment, gives the experience richer flavour. I welcome your Spirit's openness, Dear <B><I>Meg</I></B>.<BR/>[big smile]<BR/><BR/>namaste ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-72577147460130294702008-10-06T07:40:00.000-04:002008-10-06T07:40:00.000-04:00This week I will remember to breath and go beneath...This week I will remember to breath and go beneath the surface to look for the beauty and wonder. Thank you John-Michael.Meg Wolffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10052363163218543818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-41628726260787482392008-10-03T16:03:00.000-04:002008-10-03T16:03:00.000-04:00Oh, My Darling San! How much richer my choice ... ...Oh, My Darling <B><I>San</I></B>! How much richer my choice ... to explore, discover, embrace, and celebrate, all that is hidden beneath Life's surface ... is made ... with my knowledge that you, My Dear One, are at One with me, in this election, to immerse Self, in Living. <BR/><BR/>Lovingly ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-52416419834461173692008-10-03T15:13:00.000-04:002008-10-03T15:13:00.000-04:00You're right, John-Michael. There's always more. ...You're right, John-Michael. There's always more. Something between and under the words. Something under the surface. Something that wants to be seen, despite Its hidden nature.Sanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18245301334922883500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-26959922587310986092008-10-03T13:49:00.000-04:002008-10-03T13:49:00.000-04:00Anya, Dear Friend ... I thank you for letting me k...<B><I>Anya</I></B>, Dear Friend ... I thank you for letting me know of your visit and your feelings. You prompted a most enjoyable visit to your blog ... and I was then, in turn, blessed.<BR/><BR/>namaste ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-2081767199021856182008-10-03T13:06:00.000-04:002008-10-03T13:06:00.000-04:00I have found myself of late "drifting with the cu...I have found myself of late "drifting with the current of the instant". Your beautiful writing made me see this morning that it is a blessing, not an alarming symptom of ennui. I'm going to allow myself to relax here and discover the wonder as you suggested.anyahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11330838836181706358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-81973615540710058572008-10-02T11:48:00.000-04:002008-10-02T11:48:00.000-04:00You are ever-so-welcome, Precious Sandra.You are ever-so-welcome, Precious <B><I>Sandra</I></B>.John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-4409879868417308652008-10-02T11:42:00.000-04:002008-10-02T11:42:00.000-04:00Thank you... sweet man.Thank you... sweet man.SandraReehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16305161476021509074noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-45452320156454369152008-10-01T01:08:00.000-04:002008-10-01T01:08:00.000-04:00How lovely, Dear Anonymous Friend, to know that we...How lovely, Dear <B><I>Anonymous</I></B> Friend, to know that we have shared in a moment of respite, in the suspension of our Spirits, in the currents of conscious and intentional Bliss. My Soul rejoices in my having been able to bring this moment to you. I smile!<BR/><BR/>Lovingly ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-77513625561075837262008-09-30T22:58:00.000-04:002008-09-30T22:58:00.000-04:00Thank you for the reminder to "stop and smell the ...Thank you for the reminder to "stop and smell the roses' and to be "mindful of our many blessings". I actually found myself taking slow deep breaths while enjoying the tranquil scenes, and thinking of our special friendship.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-23611800624341004102008-09-30T16:40:00.000-04:002008-09-30T16:40:00.000-04:00I really do believe that I will never lose the rus...I really do believe that I will never lose the rush of delight that accompanies your Presence, My Dearest <B><I>Aims</I></B>. Thank you, My Dear, for, yet again, blessing my Soul. [smile]<BR/><BR/>Lovingly ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-56172656324438630052008-09-30T16:38:00.000-04:002008-09-30T16:38:00.000-04:00I bid you "Welcome" to a moment of "alternative li...I bid you "Welcome" to a moment of "alternative living" My Darling <B><I>Willow</I></B>. Thank you for making it so much richer for me.<BR/><BR/>With smiling Spirit ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-11003293565986004732008-09-30T16:36:00.000-04:002008-09-30T16:36:00.000-04:00As is always true, I am grateful for your joining ...As is always true, I am grateful for your joining me in this moment, <B><I>Jim</I></B>. You have made my personal walk a far more pleasant one.<BR/><BR/>namaste ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-74263622732841965632008-09-30T16:34:00.000-04:002008-09-30T16:34:00.000-04:00Ah yes ... My Darling Anonymous Friend, how I do r...Ah yes ... My Darling <B><I>Anonymous</I></B> Friend, how I do relate so well to that "wet woolen blanket" of humidity, that is our consistent garment, here in Florida. That "listen & watch closely" is something that I delight in as I enjoy the presence of others. Richer is the experience, when embracing what they bring to life's party.<BR/><BR/>Enjoying your refreshing Presence ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-58679661498481134262008-09-30T16:28:00.000-04:002008-09-30T16:28:00.000-04:00I sincerely thank You, Dear Lisa, for your spirit ...I sincerely thank You, Dear <B><I>Lisa</I></B>, for your spirit of willingness to turn from all of the cacophony of our world's goings on ... and minister to the needs of your Soul. This is most heartening for me.<BR/><BR/>Lovingly ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-84744940061497630992008-09-30T12:13:00.000-04:002008-09-30T12:13:00.000-04:00I will close my eyes and just - Be.I will close my eyes and just - Be.aimshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12685252628734838159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-73272076492892511862008-09-30T09:51:00.000-04:002008-09-30T09:51:00.000-04:00Okay...I'm floating! It's lovely down here beneath...Okay...I'm floating! It's lovely down here beneath the surface!! :^)Tess Kincaidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04889725786678984293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-66415265362716107842008-09-30T09:26:00.000-04:002008-09-30T09:26:00.000-04:00There are always lovely little places to go in eve...There are always lovely little places to go in every experience, if we just take the time to put aside the fear. As always, you remind me of the truths I need to remember more often. Thank you!Suldoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07778845367184916684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-40529834524926963052008-09-30T08:31:00.000-04:002008-09-30T08:31:00.000-04:00And a refreshing breath it is indeed this morning....And a refreshing breath it is indeed this morning. Humidity down here in FL. I often try to see beneath the surface of conversations.....its an exercise in perception for me. If you listen & watch closely you can learn so much about another. Thank you John-Michael for the lovely images.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-43271733207188396812008-09-30T07:48:00.000-04:002008-09-30T07:48:00.000-04:00What beautiful pictures. This challenge is a wond...What beautiful pictures. This challenge is a wonderful one for me. Having anxiety disorders, it is often far too difficult to relax and let go, as I have mentioned before. But I am consciously going to do so and look forward to what I may find in those moments. Lisa L.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com