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Contemporary American Society celebrates
freedom of the individual to fulfill personal ambitions and desires without restriction or control from outside sources. Such freedom carries critical responsibilities. A truly independent individual owns the costs -- and consequences -- of his/her own actions and/or inactions. Ancient American societies, and those few who remain today, honor Earth and elements comprising life's domain as vital, psychoactive, sacred grounds -- sustaining a delicately balanced dynamosphere supporting life and cosmic integrity. It may be difficult for modern man to perceive Earth -- and every aspect of life's composite grounds -- as being alive . . . aware . . . full of feeling . . . responsive . . . interactive . . . . For those whose lives are rooted in such dynamic perspectives, it likewise, is challenging to view Earth as a toy . . . or a playground . . . a well to be tapped -- mother lode to be mined -- virgin soils and forests to be harvested to succor tender vanities of disassociated soul . . . . At this point, it may make no difference whether or not we walk quietly with gentle step. Then again, if this wondrous planet is, in fact, a sanctuary for worship of life, it would be wise to act with respect and sensitivity -- especially since this sacred place has been crafted by the hand of creation and powers so deep, wee humans never will comprehend the extent of it -- any more than we can know the full impact of our own influence on the whole equation. |
Nothing we create can equal
or even approach in magnitude the awesome power and inherent integrity of nature's balances . . . . Who will dare to challenge psychosocial indigence at the heart of senseless desecration? Those who do, may find something in these mountains -- in this earth -- within depths of soul -- far more valuable and rewarding than composted blood and bones of dinosaurs, long dead -- resurrected by myopic ambitions of small-minded men. <<>> <<< >>> <<>> Here and now, we find opportunity -- for one and all -- to expand perspectives -- and horizons -- to honor the golden rule in all we do -- open ourselves to rewards that come from knowing we have made choices for . . . life . . . conscience . . . integrity . . . . Are we willing to grow beyond what we know? Do we ever ask ourselves what our lives will be if we do not -- will it even be life . . . ? Or, will it be a cheap {but costly} imitation? The ball is in our court . . . the score is love all . . . so is the law. |
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k. allen
November 2015
k. allen
November 2015