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 3 Nov 2002 @ 18:54, by craiglang. Diary
Yesterday, as I was working outside my house, I got to meet and chat with our new neighbors. This family, who moved into our neighborhood only a few months ago, are immigrants from Southeast Asia. These folks are some of the nicest people you will ever meet - a delight to know.
Since I have not yet learned much of their language, my communication with the older family members has been somewhat sparse. But yesterday as I was working, the kids came over to talk with me and play in our yard. They are a delightful lot - aged 2 to 10 - and talkative as the dickens. They alternated between english with me, and their family's language to eachother. But their laughs and smiles were universal.
I thought to myself how adaptable these folks must be. I can only guess what their life experiences must have been, a collective life path which eventually brought them to the house next door.
The family living on the other side of us has several kids of their own. Since our driveway and sidewalk have quite a bit of space, we often let the kids from both families rollerblade and play games there. The kids from these two families - from such different backgrounds - get along as if their families had been together for generations. Their world cares little for the differences that adults notice. All they cared about was laughing and playing.
I realized that the biggest light of all, and the greatest hope for the future, are children like these. As kids from such diverse backgrounds grow up, they bring the threads of human history together. As they play together they are unknowingly weaving a tapestry of understanding and peace.
I believe that this is how humanity will heal the wounds of war. With their big eyes, big smiles and wonderful imaginations, to me these kids represent the future of Earth. They are the hope of humanity. Read More
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 2 Nov 2002 @ 16:02, by craiglang. Diary
For those of us in the northern climes, November brings the cool crisp air of late fall. And with it comes the anticipation of on-coming winter, with its short days and long nights. The late fall skies are cloudier and the days grow short. Leaves turn color and fall. This is a month of changes, as we prepare for both the challenges and the beauty of winter.
This thought kept running through my mind this afternoon as I was raking leaves, enjoying one of those clear crisp sunny days of late fall. It was a joy to be outside.
I've noted that most of the big transitions in my life have happened in November. My last big job change was in November. My father in law passed away four years ago this month. My first marriage fell apart in November as well. In the lives of so very many around me, transitions have seemed to occurr in November - disproportionately often.
Yet today was a beautiful day. A clear blue sky, with a gentle wind from the south. While chilly, it was a joy to behold. It felt good to just do some work on a pretty Saturday afternoon.
Yes, November is upon us - bringing change, chill, and transition. And on this clear, crisp day - nearing the end of the year, there is hope that the coming winter will bring us a new year of healing and awakening. There is hope that the danger of war can become the promise of peace. There is hope that the world-imperiling oil-driven energy economy can gradually begin to be replaced by a solar, wind and fuel-cell driven world - a sustainable one which can allow our world to breathe freely. There is hope that the conscious evolution described by Barbara Marx Hubbard is beginning to reach critical mass - and that an overall awakening is coming upon us. There is hope that changes for the better are beginning in ernest now - taking hold as the old year begins the steady transition toward the new year.
And for me, that hope for the future is symbolized by the crystal blue skies and bright sunshine of a beautiful fall day.
Namaste,
-Craig Read More
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 25 Oct 2002 @ 21:54, by craiglang. Diary
In the last couple of weeks, I have had some rather interesting visitors to my website (www.craigrlang.com) . Recently, there have been a fair number of visitors from the .mil (U.S. Military) domain - many more than in the past.
I am informed by several folks who are professional webmasters that at least some of them are probably from an automated "sniffer" (pent.nipr.mil). It seems to be looking for - well, for something... I doubt that I have much there for them to worry about... 8^)
Still, it would appear that the articles on "9/11 as a Call for Peace", "UFOs and Close Encounters", etc. on my site must have caught the attention of someone. I hope they find the site of interest. I invite them to read the sections on peace, forgiveness and healing. For it is these which will do the most to increase the security of the U.S. and of the world.
Namaste,
-Craig Read More
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 21 Sep 2002 @ 07:46, by craiglang. Diary
This is a short piece to remember a dear companion, my shetland sheepdog and faithful friend of nearly thirteen years. She passed away quietly at 5:15 AM (CDT) yesterday morning, while Gwyn held her in her arms. She is survived by her daughter Miss Lady Lass (Missy), and her two humans - Gwyn and I.
In her life, and now beyond it, Molly will always remind me of just how brief and precious this lifetime is, and how much we need to share our love with those around us, while they are around us. Please add to your prayers the soul of Lady Molly Brown.
Thanks,
-Craig Read More
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12 Sep 2002 @ 22:08, by craiglang. Articles
The evening of 9/11, as my wife and I sat in church, singing and praying - and shedding a tear or two, I heard one of the most moving messages yet. It was about the present moment, and about getting on with life.
Wednesday 9/11/02 was about the past - namely 9/11/01.
On 9/11/02, we took time out for one very moving, tribute filled day to honor the dead. Many of us stopped what we were doing and took a look at the world - as it was a year ago, and it is today, one year later.
Thursday 9/12/02 is about the present. The rest of us once again awake as we always have. We go to work, return home, pay bills, and continue on with the bussiness of life. And perhaps that's the best honor we can pay those who died, to continue on with the present moment.
Even as we remember and honor those who perished, life goes on...
Namaste,
-Craig Read More
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8 Sep 2002 @ 13:17, by craiglang. Articles
For better or for worse, "The Changes" are upon us. I hear this everywhere - from people in all walks of life.
In my own life people are arriving and people are leaving. In the last few days, I've learned that several dear friends are moving on to other places and opportunities. I've also found new avenues for service and growth. The winds of change are blowing. And for better or for worse we are changing with them. Read More
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7 Sep 2002 @ 17:39, by craiglang. Articles
What is a sacred space?
As I watched the evening news, one story was about the current discussions on what to do with the site of the former WTC. Some want to leave it as an open air shrine. Others want to rebuild the towers, but most want it to be a sacred space of some type.
So, what is a sacred space? It has a different meaning to each person. But to me, it is a place with special meaing - a spiritual location where, to me, God is reflected in place. It is a place that we make, but God enhances.
It asks for love. And it softly, forgivingly requests that we respect it. Our sacred spaces are us, and they are God. Read More
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2 Sep 2002 @ 08:58, by craiglang. Articles
The events of 9/11 bring to mind a dream which I had four years ago. I didn't note the date but I think that it was approximately 9/11/98. I never considered it prophetic at the time, but after 9/11, my perspective changed. Could it have been prophecy? I wonder...
Still, rather than being predictive, I wonder if it's purpose could have been to tell us more about the lessons from 9/11. To me, the formemost lesson is that war is not the answer. The lesson of 9/11 is peace! Read More
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30 Aug 2002 @ 19:46, by craiglang. Articles
Over the last few months, I've been researching unexpected psychic and spiritual awakening. What is it? What are the triggers? For those to whom it comes involuntarily, how can this transition be made easier?
This came out of UFO research over many years, and has taken me down a fascinating new path. I'm very interested in comments on this topic - as I suspect that many here have gone through the awakening process in a big way. Read More
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30 Aug 2002 @ 16:48, by craiglang. Thoughts
I recently found out about this site from Alana Ray. I had been looking for some time for an on-line forum and collaboration site. I think that at last I have found it.
My hats off to the innovators, creators and maintainers of this site. This e-place is wonderful. Read More
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