A number of years ago an opportunity to step into an experience of “being of-and-in service within a fellowship” was presented to me. Actually I believe it started in the fall of 2003 – and at the time I had no concept what would unfold.

The first “gathering” of what I would now refer to as “like minded souls” raised an awareness in me I had never before encountered and the words excitement and passion sprang forward. To say I was enthused was a slight understatement.

It actually took me a number of years to look back and recognize what I now see as “unrealistic expectations” of those around me. And, here’s where the SANDBOX comes into play. Mine not yours! Somehow, it seemed reasonable that everyone around me should be equally enthused and would therefore come and play with me in the Sandbox. NOT!!

It was also during this part of “my story” that one of these “like minded souls” introduced me to the idea of being “perfectly on time” for which I’m truly grateful. That idea has served me well in a multitude of other stories that have since unfolded by allowing me to take a closer look at my expectations, perceptions, belief systems and the sandbox. I love being able to use it as a type of mantra for the Crone Chronicles.

Why this story about “The Sandbox”?

Just to let you know that I’m about to share / introduce you to some people / organizations / ideas that could be new and not yet explored… AND to reassure you that I’m not asking you to join me in these “Sandboxes” I’ve discovered but rather to keep an open mind about some possible new ideas.

Spiritual Activism?

What does that even mean? Well….please don’t ask me for a definition…from where I’m sitting it seems to be much more about a “feeling”. A feeling of still wanting to understand what on earth is this story about and what on earth is my purpose and THEN if answers come forward perhaps new steps and ideas are put into play.

To step outside of MY perception of YOUR expectations of who and what I should be is just a tad nerve-wracking. I guess that could be considered fear, but you know what….I’m going to do it anyway…

….not because I’m particularly brave but in part because this beautiful seven year old, great-granddaughter did just that this week when she changed her hair colour!
As her Dad posted…“I love your willingness to be bold, to stand out in a crowd, to do what makes you happy“.
Doesn’t that speak volumes? Such a strong statement about our upcoming generations and how they are already showing us (“slightly older generations”) what it means to step forward and live life with joy, love, compassion and kindness.

So….back to spiritual activism. In truth, the chasing of rainbows and exploration of esoteric paths has been part of my story for a very long time – I just never spoke out loud about it much because I thought you might raise your eyebrows and/or turn around and laugh.
Donald James used to poke fun at me and say things like “Oh…Marilyn…you and your “woo woo sh**”. However, as I mentioned in the first blog, after he passed I was really challenged to find a reason to want to stay here and today I’m satisfied to say perhaps I’m finding answers that work for me.

There has been a very consistent theme (at least in my mind) in ALL that I’ve been looking at. First of all, I’ve become pretty convinced that I’m NOT alone in asking the questions…. and the answers continue to come back to a central and core consideration – that we are ALL inter-connected; part of one energetic source; and here to be part of a transition to heal our world through love.

Of course all of that raises more questions doesn’t it?

Like: “what, if anything can us earth-school students do on an individual basis to make a difference in what sometimes looks like a dark and sad world”.

Well, I’m no expert and certainly not going to give you an “opinion”. Instead I thought I’d share links to a few YouTube presentations plus a recent gathering of the Humanity’s Team collaborative. Feel free to explore what may interest you…..

Humanity’s Team: This link includes access to another presentation titled “Global Community Gathering” which was recorded on November 30th.

Lee Harris Energy: Lee has provided me with explanations and new understandings about energy and how we might be impacted by our own and others. He produces a monthly interview – Impact the World – and this recent one with Scott Harrison provides such a powerful example of how one person is making such an incredible difference. His goal is to bring clean water to 771 million people – and he’s doing it one small well at a time.

Last thought for the day….

Throughout the rainbow chasing and explorations Albert Einstein is repeatedly quoted – often in a tone of awe – I think because he was so ahead of his time. So tonight I found one of his quotes that seems to fit with this latest musing…..