Hawaiian Music Hula: Kealiʻi Reichel "Maunaleo"

Hawaiian music and hula at its best.

Kumu hula, singer-songwriter Kealiʻi Reichel performs his mele "Maunaleo" at the Hawaiʻi Theatre in Honolulu as part of Kūkahi ʻ99.  Written in honor of his mother, Kealiʻi compares her strength and lasting beauty to Maunaleo, a peak alongside Iao Valley on Maui.  

This video is a Coco Palm Pictures production made in association with Punahele Productions and used by permission of the composer and performers.  An excellent example of the poetry of the Hawaiian language.

Concert for George Harrison

Of the Beatles, George Harrison was the singer/songwriter I connected with the most.  His music spoke of much deeper concerns than the commercial love song, but of searching for truth and, like Rumi, the longing for love with the Divine.

I also admired him as a man who launched 2 huge benefit concerts for Bangladesh, a country in the midst of a refugee crisis from political unrest and massive flooding.  George paved the way for all other money raising concerts that followed - Live Aid, Band Aid, Farm Aid, to name a few...

He was motivated simply by the urgent plea of his friend and mentor, Ravi Shankar.  And by reaching out to friends who immediately answered the call and happened to be giants in the music industry, George Harrison helped raise $250,000 for Unicef from the concert, as well as over $15 million dollars from the album and film sales.  It was the realization of George and Ravi's dream to bring the plight of Bangladesh to the world's attention.

Imagine an all-star lineup starting with Ravi Shankar, 2 Beatles (George and Ringo), Eric Clapton, Billy Preston, Leon Russell, and Bob Dylan performing fantastically in 2 sold out shows at Madison Square Garden.  That was the performance that convinced Bob Dylan to go back out on tour a few years later.

All of them coming together on a single stage for a cause for their friend, George...

While John Lennon and Paul McCartney were busy bickering in the media, the "quiet one" pulled off something the Beatles, let alone any musician or musical group, have never done before.

George Harrison's friends, his wife, Olivia, son, Dhani, and bandmates united for a tribute concert on the one-year anniversary of his death.  He passed away November 29, 2001.

Ego VS True Self

An excerpt from “The Next Step in Evolution”
by Vincent Cole


There comes a stage in spiritual development when you will experience the conflict between the fears of the ego and the power of spirit. During this stage of conflict you will feel as if you are teeter-tottering between the two. One moment spirituality is in the forefront. The next moment it is the ego dominating your thoughts and actions.

Your True Personality is coming forth into your consciousness and is a more powerful vibration than the ego. As your True Self emerges it will challenge how you think, how you see the world, and how you live your life. As spiritual awareness begins to grow stronger the ego will begin to diminish. The ego has no power against the higher vibrations of your True Self, but it will resist. This time of conflict will be a time of fear and confusion as the ego struggles to survive. An ego-based identity seeks only that which strengthens it. All else is seen as a threat.

Therefore, in the beginning, as you take the next step in evolution, you will feel a conflict, a division within yourself as a new way of being struggles to emerge.

This is an important and beneficial awakening.

Be patient but also be strong. It will be a great temptation to go back to what is familiar. The ego will seek that which is known, that which it sees as safe. Even a painful life is preferable to the ego than having to face the unknown. During times of conflict the ego retreats into the familiarity of old beliefs and routine actions, while the True Self instinctually moves forward towards new experiences, new understandings, and a new way of being in the old world. Conflict arises during these periods of transition as you move from the past into the future, uncertain of the next step.

Realize it is the ego causing the uncertainty, the confusion and conflict. It struggles against that which it cannot control. This period of conflict will last only as long as you cling to the old way of being. It is a battle, to be sure, but the inner struggle is but a birth into a new awareness. You will face this struggle many times as you reach new levels of awareness and your True Self radiates its power. There will be conflict each time another old belief cherished by the ego is to be sacrificed.

Do not fear these conflicts. They are the birth pains of self-transformation. The trials of conflict will come in stages, as much as you can handle at a time. It cannot be rushed. Take small steps in the beginning. Be kind to yourself during these times of emotional turmoil. Take time to rest and take the time to sit quietly.

Take time to call on those spiritual forces that aid you in this struggle. You do not go through this alone. Peace will come to you again, but the lesson is not over. Once the initial distress of conflict subsides there is an attempt to compromise.

This is a time when the ego will try to take what spiritual knowledge you have gained and make it its own. It will take the new knowledge and apply it to the old way of being. To illustrate: rather than exchanging an old shirt for a new one, the ego will take the sparkling clean shirt and place it over the old tattered one. You cannot take the knowledge you are gaining, the new insights and the joy you are feeling and layer it over the ego.

It will only be an illusion. Outside the appearance is spiritual, the words spoken sound spiritual; even the show of psychic ability seems evidence of having become a spiritual being. Beneath the surface, however, the ambitions, the fears, the quest for personal power still remain. The ego maintains control.

Be aware of this within yourself.

Be aware of such compromises in others; those who seek to appear special in the world, those who use their spiritual knowledge to gain personal power to accumulate material wealth, to attract attention and adulation, and those who see all “rewards” as proof of divine favor. Such individuals often form the more dogmatic, exclusive forms of organized religion where “they teach as doctrinethe precepts of men”.

This is not to be judged, but seen as an essential step in evolution. It is a valuable experience.

Since the vibrations of spiritual consciousness and egotistical thought patterns are different and incompatible, inevitably an even greater conflict results and the individual will be forced to choose a new direction. Conflict has its value. It is during the mental confusion and emotional turmoil that the differences between the True Personality and the ego become obvious. Become aware of the conflict. Understand the dynamics of personal growth. Know that as the ego begins to weaken it will struggle togain prominence. Anger and fear and depression may increase.

Confusion results because the ego cannot understand what is happening. It is too limited. As the ego fights to regain its position you will find yourself thinking only of yourself, attempting to glorify your achievements of newfound knowledge that you are only beginning to glimpse.

This is a trick of the ego.

This is an attempt by the ego to take what is universal and make it personal. During this time you must be your most disciplined and ever vigilant. Do not judge yourself, but simply be aware and learn. Take time to question the ego’s influence on your spiritual life. Some thoughts may be quite subtle, convincing you that what you want is of a spiritual nature, whereas, it appeals more to the ego than to the heart. Simply remember the criteria of the ego. Remember its need for self-preservation, its concerns with physical well-being, and its hunger for personal power. If your thoughts are centered on fear and worry and self-defense, know it is of the ego. If you wish to glorify yourself to the world, it is of the ego.

Because you are still a child you may not recognize the ego at work. Therefore, carefully take small steps.

The beginning of spiritual awareness may seem wobbly. You may be unsure which foot to put forward. You may easily fall. But if you are sincere in your desire for spiritual growth there will be someone to catch you. You will again have the opportunity to stand and walk. Allow yourself times of conflict. They are growing pains. Allow yourself to fail at times. You will learn from the experience. On this path of evolution be willing to stumble and fall. Be willing to again stand up and walk. A child is willing to crawl before learning to walk. A child does not give up should he or she fall. The child continues to learn as helping hands support the attempt. Soon the child learns to run. So it is with spiritual evolution. And, as you stand and take the next step forward, be aware of outside distractions. Old situations, old attitudes, and even old friends will rise up to lead you astray.

You are taking a new path, but the old way is still visible, still strong and demanding.

Do not judge it. Instead, understand it for what it is, nothing more than the past pulling at you. Find the strength to walk in a new direction. Be willing to stand alone for a moment, and then ask the forces of God to help you take the next step. Periods of conflict do not last long, but they are a crucial time in your development. If you seek to avoid conflict by being lazy, if you are satisfied with your present self, if you think there is nothing left to learn, then you are a child content to crawl, never knowing the joy of running.

Dear child, keep in mind this is only the beginning. Be mindful that there is much more to life and do not settle for less.

A great deal awaits you but first this bridge of conflict must be crossed. Ignore the raging waters beneath it. Become deaf to the voices calling behind you, calling you to return. Dear child of great strength, do not allow your legs to collapse beneath you, but continue to cross the bridge of conflict regardless of the difficulties. Continue to keep your mind and vision on the other side awaiting you. This will help. This will offer encouragement.

As you cross the bridge you will see and feel your spiritual power. This will encourage youto face the conflict and endure the turmoil. Tell yourself at this time you will not turn back. Tell yourself that you will not leave the road because something glitters off to the side. It is only a distraction appealing to the ego. Tell yourself that as you move into a new consciousness, as you move into a new way of being, God is with you. You are not alone. You have never been alone.

What you seek is far greater than anything you have ever known. There is nothing in the past that can possibly describe where you are going. No past experience will explain the new person you will soon discover within yourself. You are learning. Keep that in mind as you stumble and fall; you are learning. Keep in mind when you are tempted and become distracted that you are learning. Give yourself the gift of compassion. Give yourself a sense of grace. Remind yourself you have chosen this way and you have the power to accomplish it.

During times of conflict and confusion you will find a strength you did not know you had; strength you kept hidden, strength unknown by the world around you. Ask for this strength and it will rise up within you.

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About the Author:

Vincent Cole is a wandering monk who has been facilitating prayer and meditation groups, as well as Women Healing Circles for the past 15 years throughout the United States. While on a personal year long retreat in the desert outside Tucson, AZ, Brother Vincent took a collection of channeled messages given to a small prayer group many years ago, and edited them into the book “The Next Step in Evolution – A Personal Guide.”

Our Deepest Fear

The following was a revelation to me many years ago when I first heard it spoken on The Oprah Winfrey Show. Although it was quoted by Nelson Mandela, it was originally written by Marianne Williamson.  It was the first time I also heard the words spoken by another empowered woman and totally changed the way I saw the world.  It's been repeated all over the world since then, but I'd like to share it here as it remains relevant and bears repeating today...

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Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.

Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.

It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us.
We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?  

There is nothing enlightened about shrinking
So that other people won’t feel insecure around you.  

We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us.
It’s not just in some of us, it is in everyone. 
we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. 
our presence automatically liberates others.

Actually, who are you not to be? 

You are a child of God. 

Your playing small does not serve the world.

We are all meant to shine, as children do.

And as we let our own light shine,

As we are liberated from our own fear, 

- Marianne Williamson.

March 15 2011



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From Steve:

The group gave me no warning about what was coming in this message.  The topic was clear from the beginning, but as they got further into it they made several clear points about what real empowerment looks like.  There were times in this message that the group asked each one of us some very direct questions about our views of empowerment.  What it looks like in actual practice and what we humans are envisioning may be different; they are preparing us for that step.  In this message full of love and hope, the group asks each of us to consider our own thoughts and personal dedication to stepping into empowerment.  They said we are stepping into the Age of E.

I will tell you this that may be interesting to some of you.  You may sense it as you watch this.  The group finished the message early, but they would not let me end until they were finished empowering you.  I had wrapped everything up for us to end but they would not leave yet, because there was a specific energy level that they insisted that we reach before ending. Even though the energy in the room was really high, they wanted to make sure each of you felt empowered before I could end the channel.  When this first happened my thoughts were on what the audience must be thinking, but then I realized that I was in front of a room full of psychics and let go.

I have an unusual seat for the ride and because of that I watch how they work with you through me.   They want us to see how they are empowering us, so that we can learn how to empower one another.  They consider us to be Human Angels in training.    This message was from the very heart of the group, and as the translator of this message I hope you can feel even a small amount of the love that I felt when bringing it in.

Have a great month and re-member one a day!

Big hugs,

Steve

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Note: The following message has been rechanneled and edited with the groups guidance for clarity in this format.

Greetings from Home

Stepping into Empowerment

There is a word that was used in this room today that has echoed and reverberated very strongly throughout every single person each time you heard it. The word is empowerment. It is basically the energy all humans are stepping into right now. We have mentioned that the Age of E, the Age of Empowerment, is beginning now. This is actually the new energy entering that allows humans to carry more of their own spirit.  The illusion of separation was needed to play this game of pretending to be a human. Here you are now making a new body, a new energetic system which will hold more of your light. It will allow you to connect to each other in a more direct way, and over a period of time you will move into what we call deep contact communication. This is simply eliminating much of the fluff and getting down to a deep level of communication. You will soon be able to live in that level of communication every day using fewer words and having a deeper, stronger meaning with all of your communication.

This is happening as a result of human evolution. The collective vibration of all of humanity is moving extremely fast right now and is helping to change this planet every day. The connections now being made are energetically mimicking what we told you would happen with deep contact, only now you have the opportunity of reaching this deep contact level energetically even without the words.

This is what is taking place because humans everywhere are starting to communicate on an energetic level.

You in this room or watching these shows, you are the ones that have been teaching this for many years. So, this does not surprise you nor will you see much of a change in what we are talking about. We are telling you that every person on this planet is feeling this energy now. They do not always know how to acclimate to it, and they do not always understand what is going on with their world. What typically happens is that when new energy enters their world, their world becomes very small. Any type of a crisis and your world becomes very small. You do not think about things five years down the road, for you are dealing with any issue that is immediately in your face as all of your consciousness jumps into present moment.  The problem with that is that you come into complete present time, but you lose scope of everything that is happening, especially the bigger picture.

There are some keys that can help you tremendously to hold the larger vision of where you are going, and one of the biggest is empowerment. You are all moving into a stage of life where every human on this planet can carry at least 80% of their own true, natural creative power that they have always had. Since you love numbers so much, we will tell you that you have been carrying less than 3%. You are now starting to see the vast amount of change that can start to take place very rapidly on this planet, and it will happen in a lot of different ways.

Re-positioning for the Shift

It will happen in ways that allow you to see yourself change, as you move and elevate through experiences sometimes even through difficult experiences that come into your lives. Many of you are being re-positioned on this planet in order for this magic to happen in 2012, which is when you have decided it will happen. This is your miracle and it is well underway. You are creating magic. For this to happen, you must be in the place both energetically and physically in order to engage the energy.

Many are currently experiencing events that they view as setbacks. Some are finding relationship difficulties, while some are finding themselves moving without knowing why. If you are being re-positioned, please do not think of this as a negative. Even though it may be a negative step to put you in that position, it very well may be placing you at the highest potential for what you came to do.

As humans continue to re-move the veil it becomes apparent that you are all part of each other, that you are all connected. You are so accustomed to saying, “Oh, I do not like that energy. I do not like that person so I will just ignore that person. I just will not be around them and then I do not have to deal with them.” What we tell you is that you will soon find ways to harmonize even the most discordant energy in your field, because you have come from Home with a very sacred piece of the puzzle. This person who is bothering you also came from Home with a very sacred piece of the puzzle and the problem is that you are trying to fit together in a way that the puzzle does not fit. It is not until you start to move the puzzle pieces and rotate them around, looking at them from different perspectives, that you can see where these two pieces fit together. That is where you can see the harmony in all situations.

Empowerment Techniques

Let us go back to this word, empowerment, for just a moment. How does one become empowered?  We have talked many times of what it is about and what it will feel like carrying more of your own light, but let us talk specifically about how it happens. There is a trick for this.  As you start re-moving the veil and as you reach a higher vibration, you immediately become aware of the connection with other people…the easiest way to become empowered is to empower the people around you. It is very simple; it is not complicated at all. The challenge is that many times you cannot see where that will get you. It is not an action that humanity has been dealing with so far. Your usual tendency is to try and help another person. If a person comes to you with a problem or a situation where they just need a little push, absolutely you are right there to help them to go in the direction that will be the highest for them. What about true empowerment? What if you empowered that person so they could leave you? What if you empowered that person so they could go against the work that you were doing? How much do you trust humanity? How much do you trust your spirit? That is what this is going to come down to. If you trust the process, you will begin empowering everyone every chance you get because even if they leave you, even if they are not in your field, even if there is no connection whatsoever, that has changed your energy more than it has changed theirs. This is the key that most of you will find will bring you to that part you brought from Home, that piece of the puzzle that all of you have been looking for that you call your passion, your purpose, your intent and your path. All of those pieces are now coming to light but they will come through the people around you. How much light can you place in the eyes and hearts of the people around you every single day?

We ask you, when you go to sleep at night, if you will just stop for a moment and ask yourself, “Who did I empower today? What did I do today that was in the direction of selflessly empowering other people to find their own light?” Even if you believe that their piece did not fit with yours or has no connection to yours at all, if you empower them they put their piece in the puzzle where it belongs and it lets everything fit in your world as well. So, even if there is not a direct connection, the secret of life will become about empowering the people around you.

It is not easy to do because sometimes you just give them permission to be who they are. You give them confidence and encouragement, you give them a push to take that first step knowing it is then up to them. They have to go through that process, but it does not make any difference what the outcome of their life is. The action was that you empowered them in some way. Your first thought is that this is great because their light will get a little brighter, but we tell you that is pale in comparison to how much your light has increased because of the empowerment. If you wish to keep it, figure out a way to give it away as much as you can.

This is going to be the key to helping every person on this planet take this next step. We do not have all the answers as to how it is going to fit into your world. We can tell you the larger energy and some of the challenges we see currently, but we are counting on you to find ways of empowering other people.  We are counting on you to figure out ways that you can express your light every day of your life, in every hour, second and moment. This piece is going to be the next cornerstone of all of humanity; yes, you will have your power struggles, because power was always measured on a scale and that is not appropriate any more. The person who is most empowered is not always the happiest person. Just because you have been empowered does not necessarily mean that you are taking your power or acting upon it.

 Giving the Gift of the Opportunity to Shine

It simply means that people are giving you the opportunity in their world to shine very brightly. Every chance you get, give that same opportunity every chance you get to the people around you. Try to help them become the people that they want to be. That changes the focus from, “What is wrong with me?” or “What am I doing wrong?” or “What is the next step that I need to take?” Figure out a way to empower even one person just a little bit every day, and your life will change overnight. You will see the reaction and  the magnetism that will naturally bring everything to you that you have been struggling for so long and so hard. It seems to be polarized sometimes where it starts moving toward you and just before it gets to you it moves off to the side, just out of reach. It is about empowering yourselves. So, how do you do that?

You do it two ways: figure out a way to empower everyone around you and then when somebody empowers you, take it, step into it and own it. You have egos and you will be dealing with those egos the rest of your lives. It is about the balance and knowing that the more you own who you truly are, the more that everyone can see your real light. It is not about if you are better than they are or good enough, or any other comparison. It is about you finding your light. That is what makes your eyes light up when you smile. That is what gives you the opportunity to change hearts and lives just by walking through them and smiling. You are the angels of the New Earth. You are the Human Angels that have dared to come in with a body and make this incredible transition into a beam of light while still in physical form. We know it is difficult. We have seen your reactions. We have seen your testimony and we have seen your difficulties, but we tell you that it is not only possible, it is happening every single day. The question is how far do you want to take it? How far do you want to step into it? How comfortable are you at claiming and owning your light?

Help From the Other Side

Dear ones, it is not an easy decision but you are up for it. Humans are receiving a tremendous amount of energy from the other side of the veil. All those beings who stepped aside so that you could be here right now, are ready and waiting to help. They are there to send you energy and to help you magnetize your world, re-set your energy and re-take your power if only you ask. You have no idea what it is like on this side of the veil. We tell you that any time a human thinks about us, it lights us up from the inside out. It is an energy that has no comparison in the human world and we tell you that you do it all the time. It is not about us, it is not about thinking about us or worshiping us or putting us on a pedestal of any kind.

We live in a different dimension than you do. We can see things a little bit differently than you, but we are not better than you. We are here to serve you. We are here to help re-mind you of your magnificence of who you really are. When you dare to carry that, when you dare to put your ego aside enough to own your magnificence, we shine, we smile, we become empowered at that point for this is a universal concept. The empowerment of all humanity will take place very quickly. Yes, there will be struggles about it. And yes, there will be a lot of fun about it as well, but how you decide to take this in your individual life will be entirely up to you. We challenge you: Empower at least one human every day and watch the magic unfold.

We have watched your journey and know how much you struggle with being a human. We understand how difficult it is to have that veil that keeps you from remembering who you are. We are here for that reason. We are here to help you know how truly magnificent you are.

Dear ones, you are the greatest angels that have ever lived. You have dared to take off your wings and come and play this magical game. Now that you have won the game, you are taking it to the next level. Do so by holding hands and watch the magic.

It is with the greatest of honor that we leave you with three little reminders. Treat each other with the greatest respect for you are looking in the eyes of god. Nurture one another every chance you get and re-member that it is a game and play well together.

Espavo.

The group

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Appreciating Home

Barbara Rother Photos by Sanne

By Barbara Rother

I am very much in the moment of appreciating home.  I feel so blessed.  I have a loving family, a home that reflects Steve and my energy.  I am proud of what Steve and I have created though our dreams becoming a reality.  I can honestly say that when someone enters our house that they feel at home.  This is because we feel so comfortable in our own settings that we reflect that to all who enter.  When we do a seminar whether it is in person or on-line I wish to extend a welcome to all who join. It is about creating a space that allows everyone to feel at ease.  It is not really about the material setting where you gather but more the heartfelt energy of bringing people together.

Every morning I watch the news and emphasize with those who are going through such struggles. Japan is being challenged to survive.  Seeing the devastation of so much of this country being wiped out saddens my heart.  I know this is why I have such gratitude now.   Many people have lost all that I am thankful for in my life. 

I wonder why so many have to endure such hardships.  I feel so frustrated.  What can I do to help all these people in the world?  I then remember to take a deep breath and be in the present in my own world.  I cannot help anyone if I sink so deeply into their pain.   I feel by being optimistic I can change my world around me.  Maybe I can’t reach an individual in Japan or other parts of the world who have such deep hardships but I can in my own small but powerful way.  Reach out to those nearby and help in some way.  

What can we do to make a difference? We can do this by connecting one heart at a time.  It is contagious.  Be kind to a person and then they will carry on the kindness to the next and then the next and from there on. This can reach beyond the barriers of distance.  I feel the pain of so many losing their homes or not knowing what is in store for their future.  I know by counting my blessings I can help more people.

I had a phone conversation with someone recently. I asked her how she felt about the Japanese tragedy.  She said she was sorry for all the pain inflicted on this land but it all seemed so far away and not part of her reality.  I had a similar conversation with someone after 911 happened.  Her words were the same.  This does not make them uncaring people. I know what happens in any part of this world does affect our world but our individual lives continue. We are all so connected. Perhaps my two friends reminded me you cannot move forward if you wallow in pain. I feel those who are experiencing such unbelievable struggles.  I now send them my love and support.

I am relishing in the beautiful beginning of springtime season in our area.  I love that Austin has started a garden that is growing already. Flowers are ready to bloom.  I have not been able to be home so much in the past years.  As much as Steve and I love traveling and meeting other Lightworkers in person it is a treat for us to appreciate home in a renewed way.  

I ask you if you wish to join me to take a moment.  Feel the appreciating for your own home.  Now send this to anyone throughout this planet who are less fortunate.   Those who are open to our heartfelt thoughts will feel the peace we are sending their way.

It is the time of new beginnings.  Let us not live in fear but by hope. Envision life blessed with joy, ease, prosperity and health. That is how we all can make a difference not only in our own world but to all who are connected to us in this beautiful planet.

With Love and Light,

Barbara.

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A Fine Line Between Humility and Leadership

December 6, 2010 at 5:00 am

By Alina Mikos

John Buchan once said, “Without humility there can be no humanity.” Indeed, the quality of our society, and the manner in which we interact with others determines how we connect to one another. Humility offers us a way to appreciate others without our own ego impeding the relationship. Most often, humble people are aware of their worth, and it does not devalue them to place their achievements to the side so that others may shine. Indeed, this is a fundamental trait of a strong leader.

As a leader, showing humility allows others to genuinely connect to their leader while building trust. However, the virtue of humility, like most human traits, must be balanced so that a leader retains sufficient confidence. Without this balance, a leader may be seen as having a lack of courage, and thus considered too weak to lead.

How to Use Humility in Leadership

It is important to recognize that leadership is about others, and therefore leaders must put others first through their continual support and encouragement. This generosity of spirit and selflessness allows their followers to develop their full potential. People are less receptive to learning when their leader is an arrogant know-it-all who treats them as if they are lesser beings. The best leaders do take pride in their own achievements; however, they are equally adept at encouraging and inspiring others to achieve great things, and are quick to acknowledge and praise the accomplishments of others.

Equally important, is the leader’s ability to delegate authority to others, which creates an opportunity for them to grow into their new responsibilities. Commending and rewarding others for their achievements, no matter how small, can give these individuals the confidence they need to continue moving on and up.

Servant Leadership: The Extreme of Humility

This form of leadership, known as servant leadership, runs a fine line between good leadership and one that is perhaps a bit over the top. Utilizing this type of leadership, the leader might engage in behaviors like giving up credit to another, taking blame for another, and buffering others from certain consequences. They work just as hard as everyone else, if not harder, in order to support the group.

This is a selfless form of leadership that ultimately will not benefit the group unless others see, understand and respect the sacrifices being made by their leader.

Under such circumstances, humility can breed humility; as good leaders are able to lead by example. A leader’s sacrifices allow others to shine; a leader’s humility humbles others and may encourage them to humbly support other people in turn.

Humility Can Allow the Best to Step Forward

Through humility, a leader can ask for help from others who may have more experience or vision regarding a specific task. A humble leader is able to admit their weaknesses, and delegate authority to others who have certain strengths the leader may lack. Such a leader is secure enough in him or herself to admit a weakness, and neutralize it, by giving power to another in the group who can bring strength to the specific area.

Is There Such a Thing as Too Much Humility?

Is it possible to be too humble in leadership? Leaders must embody a sense of strength and ability that encourages others to live in the same manner. People must believe in their leaders, must sense that the leader can guide and support them. In this regard, too much humility in sharing yourself and strengths with others may degrade the relationship’s foundation. Humility earns the most respect when it is followed by great actions; if people are not aware of those achievements, your humility may not seem as inspirational.

It takes a strong sense of self to humble oneself for the sake of another, something that great leaders do every day. Humility is a marvelous leadership tool that most of us would do well to emulate in our own lives. After all, each of us must assume a leadership role at some point – perhaps as older siblings, parents, or grandparents – and doing so humbly provides the greatest benefit to everyone involved. Humility offers humanity the opportunity to support one another through respect and receptiveness and ultimately enriches the fabric of our global community.

Light Grounding

~ Magnetic Emotions ~

Beacons of Light: September 2010

From Steve:

This month the group gave us a very clear and strong signal that it was safe to move forward. The channel had a different energy, very direct and even a bit forceful. They said speak your mind in all things and let your voice be heard. It's time for each of us to let our vibration out into the universe. The example they showed me was not only complaining when something was wrong, but also speaking your mind when something is right. Have we ever thought to write a note at the bottom of the electric bill that reads, "Thanks for doing a great job this month!" My first thought was that no one important will ever see that note. But the group quickly reminded me that it was not even important that any read it, only that I write it. Basically, they said that all of our vibrations will be felt

more at this time.

They also mentioned an effect we will be feeling for years to come. In this channel they specifically spoke of forms of emotional instability that can be triggered by the magnetic fluxuations caused by the solar flares. They have mentioned this before in the Magnetics in Motion channel, but this time they gave us the figure of 76 hours after the flare. From the SpaceWeather.com site I can tell you that it does not take that long for the magnetic wave to hit Earth after a solar flare. However, I think they meant this as the time it takes to destabilize our internal systems and for us to feel the effects. It does not happen to everyone, but right now is a time on Earth when a new vibration is beginning and anything out of synch with that vibration is coming to the surface. More relationships are experiencing stretches than ever before for that reason. It is a time to get right with YOU and be heard!

Have a great month!

Greetings from Home.

Making Space for Empowered Humans

Dear ones, you have taken this day and altered every part of it. When this particular day was set into motion by the sun coming over the horizon, you had nothing but possibilities. You have altered everything that you have walked into in order to make space for your spirit to have a human experience. Now you are beginning to alter the entire universe to make space for empowered beings on planet Earth.

We have spoken of the tremendous respect and honor that not only we have for you, but also the way the other beings of the universe look upon you.  They see Earth as one of the highest possibilities to learn from and to emulate in many ways. Yes, you look at your daily newspaper and see wars, challenges, problems, tsunamis, earthquakes and more. But we tell you that it is your evolution and expansion into your proper place in the universe that is opening up the possibilities for you to change every single day. That is the beauty that now stands before you, and the possibilities that you did not have even yesterday. Every day possibilities are starting to build for you, and we are asking you to simply become aware. There is nothing you need to do other than to begin to use this information, and use the higher capabilities that you have been hiding from yourself for so long. Your constant work to contain your energy field has been needed to bring and hold in your energy, to define yourself as a human. Now you are starting to let go of that restriction and there are some of the possibilities starting to take place. You will now have capabilities that you never have before, so let us share with you an overview and what to expect and how you can work with it.

Field Theory

We have mentioned before that the year 2012 will reveal exposure to a type of radiation that you are already familiar with in many ways. However, you have never defined this radiation, for even your scientists are not completely comfortable in their understanding of what happens to a physical body inside of a magnetic field. What happens if you create a magnetic field around your body using very simple techniques? Actually, humans do this every time they have a thought. The energy of each thought merges with the energy of all the other thoughts you hold as truth. If the new thought successfully merges with your existing field, then the physical attraction process begins. This is the same way that you created your experience this morning when you first awoke and saw the sunlight as the first possibility of this day. When you have cosmic events that change the magnetics of your planet, every one of you feels that shift and does not quite know what to do with it. The upcoming exposure we are talking about may confuse or interrupt this process for some of you, especially those who seem to already have a natural sense of direction.

This exposure to magnetic radiation is taking place with what you call solar flares, CMEs (Coronal Mass Ejections). Your sun is beginning to erupt again; there is a new cycle it is starting to move through. Your scientists have known about this because it happens frequently-roughly every 12 years the sun goes through another cycle. Now the Earth is evolving and the Sun is helping Earth to change. What is taking place is that you are receiving magnetic radiation from the sun all the time, yet when you receive these big influxes from the solar flares there are many ways you can be affected. They change the ground that you walk on, so you suddenly start walking down the same path you have been on and now feel queasy, uncertain and like you do not quite belong. This is because the entire environment is beginning to change beneath your feet. Even though you are evolving, your physical and emotional bodies are having difficulty with this. We tell you this because you are the healers and the teachers of planet Earth. Although each of you will experience some of these things, you are also the ones who can help other people to walk through this. You have agreed to be here first so that you could open the door and hold it open for others to follow.

Magnetic Emotions

So, what is taking place exactly? This magnetic radiation will hit humans emotionally-very strongly. It already has occurred and now you are starting to feel it. You may feel as if you are being pushed to the edge,  emotionally raw and spiritually exhausted. Watch what happens to your emotions when a solar flare erupts and 76 hours later. We will simply give you the number: 76 hours after a solar flare. This time lapse has probably made you feel disconnected, but every human on planet Earth is likely to experience a roller coaster of emotions while this magnetic radiation is harmonizing.

There is nothing wrong, nothing you need to worry about or fix. Simply be aware. Pay attention to what is  taking place in your environment, for you are much more in control of it than you ever thought. It is when you are unaware of things that they catch you by surprise and quite often you cannot deal with them. Be conscious of the fact that as you walk outside and feel the sun, it is more than the heat, gamma rays, and x-rays that it  sends. It is a compilation of magnetic, light energy and your exposure to it over the next year and a half may have a direct impact on your emotions.

Now, the question is, what can you do about it? What are some tools to support you while walking through this changing environment? Even though the ground is shifting beneath your feet, you can stay on an even keel and get from Point A to Point B rather painlessly. This is something we mentioned before and wish to revisit today. It is called light grounding, which is simply a way for you to ground light energy in your physical body. It has been something each and every one of you have worked with and learned to do on a small automatic scale, much like the way you have never learned how to consciously breathe. We will teach you how to take this particular reaction out of the automatic realm and make it a conscious act, which will make it much easier for you to evolve past the upcoming changes. There is literally an energy field that each of you can create rather quickly a neutral field for you where you can catch your breath during these intense times.

Light Grounding

Envision that you have a filter around yourself that protects you from the magnetic shifting. It is here to affect the Earth and needs to. Although it will still affect you as you filter this energy through, this could be the first form of light grounding we will teach you. Keep in mind that what we call "light" is something different than what you do. You consider light to be a very small part of the electromagnetic spectrum; we call it the entire spectrum, plus a great deal that humans do not yet see. This is much bigger than what you consider light, because magnetism is a part of light and one of the pieces we have never learned to ground. There are many circuits, techniques, and devices that will protect you from magnetic fields and shield you from EMF radiation. Even though those approaches have worked well before, very few of them will be effective at this level because little of what you have on planet Earth will protect you from what we is coming. Rather than protect yourself, we ask you to learn to ground and use the energy. Adapt and harmonize rather than resist.

It is not that you need to run for protection either, because you are the masters of the Gameboard. You are the little gods pretending to be human. Because of that you can do it all with no problem, but we also want to tell you what is coming and share what the capabilities and why you set these in motion. So why is the Earth radiating? Why is it important to change the magnetics of Earth even further than what they originally thought would be necessary? It is because of you. You have evolved past what you had as the highest potential even five years ago.

Harmonics Are the Trigger

It is now possible to start working with harmonics. Harmonics are very simple. If you hit a note on a piano keyboard and look at the strings inside the piano, you will see that each one of those is vibrating. We have shared this with you before. Now you are learning how to straighten out the wave. You are learning how to fit harmonics to reach levels of vibration you have never been able to reach before and extend distances never thought possible. They were always just out of your reach. Now, through harmonics, you can reach and effect change in your own energy much easier than ever before. It is something you are unaccustomed to using. So even though it has been in your world for a long time you never knew you could control it, but you can control the amount of magnetism that reaches your physical body.

Similar to that you know the sun can do damage so you use sun block on your skin that only allows certain amounts of radiation from the sun through. The same will be true with the magnetic filters you place on yourself. Before we give you the xyz on exactly how to do it, play with it and find it yourself. Even if we give you a modality that shows you exactly how to do this, it will not be as effective as if you find it yourself. Listen to that inner voice; it will tell you how to harmonize and pull this through. That is the piece we are working with not only here in these rooms, but in every message we give you.

You have been walking on this planet pretending to be separate from each other, and that is about to end. It is starting to take place because as you begin to expand, there is no room for the separation anymore. It is magical. You start to understand your connection and harmonics with another person or a group of people. It is magical and simple, yet it is always going to take the people who do it first. It will always take the people who stand in front and dare to make the mistakes, as you call them, who dare to push, to try something new and work with it. This is the beginning of something we are calling "light grounding," and there will be much  more coming from it.;

Much of your experience here on this planet has been how to evolve and ascend. We are the first to tell you to stay here on Earth. Anchor that piece of you on the planet firmly, then you can expand without the problems because there will be all kinds of challenges if you begin expanding and moving into a large energy field without clear definition or without grounding. The grounding part is what allows you to pretend to be a human. That is what allows the beauty of Home to shine through your eyes when you smile, and to be seen in everything that you do. It is why you came to Earth. Welcome Home. Now you know that this is going to be a journey. Each and every one of you is going to find slightly different answers and when you start connecting the whole, you will get the bigger picture. It is the way humanity has always worked. Let us pull back for just a moment. We will work personally on light grounding with you and give you much more information as time goes forward. Let us speak of the emotional changes that will be occurring on planet Earth.

You have a disorder you labeled depression, which is liable to run rampant for a time on planet Earth. Magnetism is likely to set people into this emotion and when they get into a specific groove, whatever that is. That groove is very difficult to move out of, because depression is one of the energies that feeds upon itself and it is basically a lot of light grounding. Many of you have dealt with this for much of your lives; you often can call it clinical depression or causal depression. It is an energy that has existed here and is equated to what you call dark energy in the universe. It is not bad. Do not call it bad, for you place yourself in duality the moment you do that. Instead, take what you have and learn to use it. There are ways of being able to use it, and you can protect yourself from the cause of it.

Watch the sun, paying special attention to the 76-hour mark after the explosion although the actual magnetic waves will start coming in before that. You will be able to see the Aurora Borealis in unlikely places such as Arkansas and Texas, or in different places in the universe that have never experience these anomalies. It is also happening in your body as your body starts to adjust and change. The easiest way to cope is to reach out and hold somebody's hand, because every one of you is going through this together. Yet, when you go through it, the first thing you do is pull back your hand and think that this is all about you. That is part of the natural contraction of an energy field during these times. We tell you, dear ones, that you have a choice as do the clients that each of you is going to work with. There are techniques that will make all of this a bit easier as you move forward.

Physical Changes

Humanity is changing. It seems you do not even fit in your physical bodies any more. Your bodies are  beginning to evolve to make space for the new and empowered human, but so are a lot of things including  many of the social and economic structures you have on your planet. Here is the challenge. You have typically  defined success as being able to repeat something over and over again. So, you become very  comfortable in your little ruts. To be human is to typically find your own rut, because that is where your  comfort or safety zone is. However, that is now changing. Many of you will start moving beyond your comfort  zones yet not knowing where you are going, for that is the beauty of this expansion. Everyone is  beginning to expand because you were holding your energy fields in all that time. Now you are returning to an  expansive field that is more native to your soul. The social and economic structures will attempt to try to the  old ways and may even cause more difficulties before finally adapting. The problem is that some of them think  they are in charge and can determine your future.

Change the Structure

Even if you have an economic re-set like you have recently, the economic and social structures are going to  go back to playing the game exactly the way they did before, for they consider it successful because it worked before. So, they are going back to these structures until they hear from you that it will no longer  work. If you are depressed or wondering who you are, we ask you to become comfortable with your truth for now is the time to start speaking your truth and stop holding back. 

If you have ever wondered who you  truly were or if one person could make a difference, now is the time to act. It is the time for each one of you to outgrow the ruts that your societies, economic structures, schools and other institutions have been stuck in. Now is the time to change, because that is what will help your children,  the next generation, to move into this energy that was so difficult for you to evolve into. It is time to get angry  and fed up with yourself and your environments, and to create the new structures that support empowered  humans. The world has been toying with this whole idea of war for so long, so why has it been so difficult to  get rid of war? War became a wonderful business, a rut that has been successful for a very long time. Now  we are going to ask you to wage war on yourselves instead. Kill with love. Share with kindness and do  everything you can to go in the opposite direction, but let your voice be heard. It is time.

You are not going to represent all of humanity, but you can certainly represent yourself. What does and does  not work for you? It is time to start grounding your needs, wants and desires, because the moment you do that--even though you may not make a difference over here--you have clearly defined your world and started  building a new energy and magnetic structure around those thoughts. That is light grounding. We tell you, dear  ones; it is time for you to speak out about what you are feeling. Every time you connect with that  energy, you are creating heaven here on earth. It is time for a new kind of war, it is time we kill each other with kindness and love. You can begin that today.

Dear ones, there are so many changes happening so quickly. We wish we could give you the answers so that  you could be in the right place at the right time. We know that many of you have intentionally set yourselves out of sync so that you could do something very important, and all of you are going to have that chance. So,  no matter where you find yourself now and over the next few years, know that you are being guided. Know  that if you listen, you will receive that information directly through your own heart. Ground that light into the  most beautiful energy on Planet Earth, for it will anchor you in all the days to come. Together you can hold hands and walk into this next evolution.

It is with the greatest of honor that we greet you this day we ask you simply to treat each other with the  greatest of respect. Nurture one another every chance you get and play well together.

Espavo.
The group

 

Dreams Do Come True

Steve and I just returned from celebrating our 38th our wedding anniversary. We realized that we were together for two years before we got married so this was actually our 40th anniversary of living together. Each year has been a learning, loving experience.

I will tell you that a long marriage takes a lot of work. And it is worth it! Every day needs to be a fresh intent, valuing that new day with each other and of renewing the future together. This is what Steve and I enjoyed doing in our recent trip to Disneyland. I have often said that it is a dream of mine to rent out Disneyland for a huge private party where all Lightworkers come together to celebrate spiritual family. That still is a fantasy of mine but this time it was just a playful celebration for the two of us. We did think of all of you!

Steve and I got married in Big Bear, California on 09/09/72. Interesting that our last event on 09/09/09 was  held in the same place where we made that commitment. It all came together so perfectly that we knew it was meant to be. As much as we treasured the reconnection of being in the area where we married, we were  presenting a seminar around it. For many years we have been doing events around our anniversary. Although  the anniversaries have been special, I wanted one that was just about us and not having it be around a  seminar. He agreed. This is how we came about celebrating in Disneyland.

When we first got married we spent a couple of days in the mountains of Big Bear. After that we decided to  spend the next couple of days in Disneyland. I had never been there so I was excited as a child. It was a  fantastic way to start out our marriage enjoying the joyful surroundings. We took that feeling of fun and have  continued it throughout our time together in our relationship.

I enjoyed making all the plans for this vacation. I made arrangements for a very nice hotel next to the park.  We were greeted by employees who truly seemed happy to be working at this fun place. Right away the staff was saying happy anniversary to us. It was like a warm homecoming. When we got to our room the person   who was showing us around gave us a package with tickets, little souvenirs and two big buttons that we could  wear during our stay there. The tradition is when you wear any special badge everyone in Disneyland  congratulates you on whatever the occasion. The only problem was instead of "Happy Anniversary" it said  "Just Married." 

The girl helping us was so apologetic that she hadn't gotten us the right buttons. I smiled and said that these  were just perfect. The whole four days I felt like a newlywed. I could not resist wearing my white sequin Minnie Mouse Ears with the wedding veil that Steve bought me. He of course wore his hat. I was looking  everywhere for Mickey Mouse ears to attach to it.People were always saying congratulation on your  wedding. Young girls almost had tears in their eyes to see that love can work out at any age. I really felt like  we gave them hope for their own relationships.

At the end of our visit one of the staff members gave us Happy Anniversary buttons. We wore them the last  day of our stay instead of the newlywed buttons. In a way the energy changed but still people created us  warmly. We were in the hotel elevator returning to our room after a long day of fun. There was another couple next to us who were also wearing a Happy Anniversary button. We of course started up a conversation with them. Turns out they were celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary. Two young girls also  in the elevator were almost in disbelief that people could be together so long and still have so much love for  each other.

Disneyland is the land where dreams do come true. Whether you are in a long or short relationship or have  not yet found that special person to be with, enjoy the love you have for yourself. Celebrate love in your life in your own magical way.

With Love and Light

Barbara

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How much I love my friends and enjoy time with them...life is just so much more fulfilling when it's spent with friends!

Friends & Health

LOVING CONNECTIONS CAN PROTECT US FROM SICKNESS AND SADNESS

By Stacey Colino

Remedy magazine, Fall 2010

When the Beatles sang about getting by with a little help from their friends, they didn't know the half of it.  It turns out that in addition to making life more enjoyable, friendships can help you get - and stay - healthier. In fact, research suggests that having close companions may make it easier to cope with stress, bounce back from hardship and ditch unhealthy habits such as smoking. Other benefits of having buddies: You'll be less susceptible to colds and harmful inflammation.

Camaraderie can even help you heal from life-threatening illnesses. In a recent study involving 2,411 people who'd had heart attacks, researchers at Yale University found that women who had the highest levels of social support had a better quality of life, better physical functioning and fewer depressive symptoms than those with the least social support.

Friendships work their magic in several ways. "Feeling connected to people you value, trust and love may provide the meaning and purpose essential to the human condition and perhaps to longevity," says Carlos Mendes de Leon, Ph.D., professor of internal medicine at Chicago's Rush Institute for Healthy Aging. "Friendships may strengthen you mentally and physically, and that may be instrumental in slowing down chronic disease processes that can lead to disability."

What are the characteristics of a good friendship?

Research from Rosemary Blieszner, Ph.D., a professor in the department of human development at Virginia Tech Graduate School in Blacksburg, has found that healthy, nurturing friendships allow people to express their affections and caring for each other openly, fell that the other person listens and resolve disagreements by talking them out in a constructive way. "They don't let it fester," Blieszner says. And true friends respect each other's boundaries. "There are some things your good friend won't want to talk about, and you have to accept that," Blieszner says.

Mosque or No Mosque

A friend of mine posed a question on Facebook to his friends on this debate and what they feel about building one near Ground Zero.

Well there were definitely comments... mostly in anger to fuss and fight about who was right or wrong, and ignorance about the purpose of the community center and mosque. Which are meant to support and heal those who have suffered from the loss of their loved ones (yes, there were Americans of the Muslim faith in the twin towers), educate people on the Koran and extremist views, as well as to develop open dialogue and communication. With the hope that we can all learn from each other through this experience and recognize the need for closure and healing for everyone.

At the risk of inviting negative attacks and angry rebuttals, I post my comment here:

people have a right to protest and those of polarizing opinions will never agree. this debate really centers around the right for human dignity and who deserves it. consider this...is your argument based on whether you see middle easterners and muslims as human beings and those who legally live and work in the US as american citizens?

hate, ignorance and fear are what create extremist views and war. and isn't it great that you have the freedom to speak your mind until you're blue in the face in order to publicly convince someone that you're right? :>

defacing or destroying public property and causing injury and death to make a statement is not only illegal it's socially irresponsible and morally reprehensible (e.g., post 9-11). it dishonors those who have gone into service and sacrificed their lives to protect freedom, the right to free speech, and human dignity.

the us military is the instrument to enforce and defend those ideals, not as an instrument of retaliation and colonialism. doesn't spiderman's credo of having great power apply to this as well?

let us not forget that the original natives of this country were abused, forced off their lands and marginalized, while european immigrants came to escape political and religious persecution in order to live a life with freedom and dignity.

maybe in 150 years from now humanity will have evolved into an age of empowerment and light, and resolve issues with respect and harmony. there are such cooperative societies that exist now, why not make (i meant use or adopt) their practices to come together and resolve a mutual disagreement?

anyhow, i'll get off my soapbox now... lol

What a sweet, lovely story... Reminds me of our very first Smith family reunion beginning with the trip from Palau to upstate New York and the Catskill mountains.  I was 5 years old and my baby sister was barely 6 months old.  A dream it was then and a dream it is still...

Home & Garden
In the Catskills, Comfort in a Gingerbread House
By JOYCE WADLER
Published: June 23, 2010

One woman’s cottage, which stands near the trailer she shares with her husband, is a dream of Victoriana.

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/06/24/garden/24cottage.html

Do Kinder People Have an Evolutionary Advantage?


"Positive psychology" research indicates that the kinder you are, the more likely you are to survive -- and evolve.
 
March 4, 2010

Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley, are challenging long-held beliefs that human beings are wired to be selfish. In a wide range of studies, social scientists are amassing a growing body of evidence to show we are evolving to become more compassionate and collaborative in our quest to survive and thrive.


http://www.alternet.org/story/145888/do_kinder_people_have_an_evolutionary_advantage



Photo Credit: Creative Commons

Energy Share for Sunday

February 14, 2010

Make a Smilebox scrapbook

Love requires generosity.
 Love requires daring and expansion.
 Above all, love requires a dance of differing distances.

There is both the pas de deux and the time for solo flight.
 The dance of love contains both turns.

While cherishing our time together, I freely release my beloveds to pursue a separate path if that is their destiny.  Love connects despite distance. I hold my beloveds tenderly in my heart, trusting that the distance that separates us also brings us together, gifting us with a stronger appreciation of our unique bond.

Freedom is a requirement of real love.
 I honor my beloveds with the gift of freedom.

Today, I open my hand. I release my loved ones to their separate and unique destinies. I cherish them tenderly within my heart while flinging asides the ropes of control that might bind them.

I love with an open hand and a resilient heart.

By Julia Cameron

Happy Valentine's day, everybody!  Today we celebrate the bond of unconditional love that unites us throughout time and space.  Let us honor those whom we have released from our past to find their blessings, those whom we have met and made part of ourselves as well as those whom we have yet to meet but greatly anticipate.

Thank you for being part of the share, you are what makes this all so wonderful and special.

Enjoy every moment and live the passionate life you intend it to be.

Aloha pumehana (with blessings, love and affection)!

Lydia

1 Lydia Smith-Lenardson, Moreno Valley, California, USA
2 Amy Manuel, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
3 Andy Cooper, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
4 Annette Maxwell Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
5 Austin Ndego, Lagos, Nigeria
6 Brian Yeates, Dublin, Ireland
7 Carol Gent, Lancashire, England, UK
8 Denise Matthews, Nottinghamshire, UK
9 Donna Pfeiffer, Venice, Florida, USA
10 Dunni Olasehan, Lagos, Nigeria
11 Egon Russell, Adelaide, Alabama, USA
12 Eileen To, Middlesex, Alabama, UK
13 Eve Hale, Hampshire, England, UK
14 Grant Luckey, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
15 Gudrun Gudmundsdottir, San Diego, California, USA
16 Gurjinder Strom, Miami, Florida, USA
17 Heidi Fruhling, Ft. Collins, Colorado, USA
18 Hillary Bisaillon, Yorktown, Virginia, USA
19 Janet Evans, Fort Walton Beach, Florida, USA
20 Janet Henningsen, Indialantic, Florida, USA
21 Janet Kinge, Basingstoke, UK
22 Joan Anderson, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
23 Joseph Bennett, Ventura, California, USA
24 Judy Oliver, Silver Spring, MD, USA
25 Karen Sheppard, St. John's, Newfoundland/Labrador, Canada
26 Kim Lerman, North Highlands, California, USA
27 Kim McCluskey, Tucson, Arizona, USA
28 Kyle James, Bel Air, Maryland, USA
29 Lena Goon, Alberta, Canada
30 Linda Cromer, The Villages, Florida, USA
31 Linda Prucha, Omaha, Nebraska, USA
32 Lynda Truthseekir, Los Angeles, California
33 Lynn Wilson, Manchester, England, UK
34 Madhurima Bhatnagar, Fremont, California, USA
35 Maree Rogers, Hastings, Westernport Bay, Australia
36 Margaret McGuire, Cooma, New South Wales, Australia
37 Mari Hayama, Berkeley, California, USA
38 Mark Woit, Nuermberg, Bavaria
39 Matthew Leonard, Lodi, New Jersey, USA
40 Meelah Rasheed, Columbia, South Carolina, USA
41 Mirjam Kik, Oude Tonge, The Netherlands
42 Moira Congreve, England, UK
43 Natasha Adair, Olney Springs, Colorado, USA
44 Nathan Norton, Wentworth Falls, New South Wales, Australia
45 Pamela Clements, Westminster, Colorado, USA
46 Patricia Blundon, Pembroke,Ontario
47 Rebecca Cochran, Findlay, Ohio, USA
48 Rene Beauchemin, Alabama, Tomono, Canada
49 Rev. Patricia Lusher, Berlin, Vermont, USA
50 Rosemary Barton, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
51 Sandy Kolman, Belleville, Illinois, USA
52 Sheryl Morris, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
53 Silvia Weisz, Melbourne, Australia
54 Sister Mary Mebane, Santa Maria, California, USA
55 Steve and Karen Edwards, Gunnislake, Cornwall, England
56 Theresa Johnson, Salisbury, Maryland, USA
57 Tiffany Wardle Croydon, Surrey, England, UK
58 Velanthas, Manila, Philippines
59 Venkataramadas Vivekanand, Chennai, India
60 Vera Murrell, Friendsville, Tennessee, USA
61 Veronica Hansen, Sarina, Queensland, Australia
62 Violet Moreau, Pembroke,Ontario
63 Y.Nowshad, Kollam Kerala,India
64 Zachary Buchholz, Chicago, IL, USA