Renee Rothberg's Blog, page 44
February 11, 2015
Houston—a city to be digested
I am currently in Houston, Texas where I am visiting family and friends whom I cherish. I just finished a walk/slow jog along the bayou and I am inspired to write about Houston.
Houston is a city that gives a lot to its inhabitants and visitors. One simply has to be open to receive the City’s gifts.
The people who live in Houston are diverse, willing to help, and friendly, and their community awareness is generally a part of day-to-day living. The people of Houston face urban living with accept...
February 9, 2015
Two-ness, a different look
There is an accepted idea that a man and a woman become “one” when they marry. This “oneness” occurs through the sexual union and through the societal belief that oneness is the product of marriage. In reality, oneness never occurs. Moving in parallel can occur. Clinging to one another can occur. Adapting to one another can occur.
People cannot become one. Each person is a distinct entity with a body designed to prevent intrusion. The partner can come close, but can never enter. The idea of on...
February 3, 2015
Two-ness
The union of two individuals
Union of differences
Distinct preferences
Attractions separate
Yet joined.
Two
Too
Together
The union of two individuals
Direction for life chosen
Focus on similar aim
Movement coordinated
Yet individual.
Two
Too
Together
The union of two individuals
The merging of separate souls
The rhythm of mankind retained.
from the upcoming book of poetry entitled Unfolding
Thank you to Karen Kozek for photo and arrangement.
January 31, 2015
Rebalance
Once upon a time, we were balanced. That moment occurred when we were born, and it continued to occur when our caretakers cared for us in loving and attentive ways. Balance continued when our caregivers saw our individual nature and nourished our individuality. Balance continued to occur when we grew and people in our community accepted us for who we are. We developed our skills and our talents and we each found our way to develop our influence in the community. We built relationships that we...
January 29, 2015
Los Angeles—a city for walkers, part 2
Walking in LA is strengthening. It strengthens the body and the mind. There are so many interesting sights and people.
I have just finished a three-hour walk. In the process I visited a museum, window shopped, and celebrated with a cup of vegan frozen dessert (feel bad about using a disposable cup).
My body feels worked and invigorated. My mind feels used. My emotions are relaxed. My spirit feels uplifted.
Walking in LA is an opportunity to connect with how people live, and when open, an opportu...
January 26, 2015
Apartment/Flat living
(Before I start writing this post, I want to answer a question that many people ask me about the authorship of the posts. All of the information in this website, each and every word, is received from Spiritual Presence. I ask the questions that lead to the information, but the information is not from me nor from my intuition. People who know me will agree that the wisdom presented in this post is definitely not from me. I was raised to appreciate houses and not apartments. I am learning from...
January 25, 2015
Los Angeles—a city for walkers
I have been in LA for two weeks, and I continue to walk all over the city. I have walked from Hollywood to many destinations in all directions. The neighborhoods are inviting and charming. The large streets present so many different businesses with interesting names, appealing merchandise, and yummy looking food. Seeing tour buses and tourists adds to the walking appeal.
Each day I walk 1 – 2 hours. Occasionally I walk more. Sometimes I walk just to walk, and sometimes I walk with a destinatio...
January 20, 2015
Farmers’ market balance
Farmers markets are opportunities to buy freshest-of-fresh fruits and vegetables and items prepared by farmers and other stall owners. Farmers markets are opportunities to be close to the produce without having gone to the farm to pick them. Farmers markets are different from grocery stores in that opportunity is provided for connecting with people who are connected to the gifts that come from the earth.
The fruits and vegetables that are displayed at farmers markets are usually local produc...
January 18, 2015
Buffet of personalities
Last night I was very privileged to attend a gathering of like-minded people. People who are open to spiritual possibilities, people who are conscious of connection to the earth and to its inhabitants. My heart felt open and expansive.
As I connected with them, I sensed the commonality among us and the nuances of each very different individual. Each person with his or her own struggles and talents, each person striving for meaning and relevance. I felt their combined empowerment and individual...
January 17, 2015
Finding refuge wherever you go
Temporarily, I am a resident of Los Angeles. I have found “my” local cafe. I have found “my” favorite chocolate shop. I have met a few neighbors. I have explored the surrounding neighborhoods on foot. I have shopped at the local farmers’ market. I have made my temporariness feel more settled. Even though I will live here for a short time, I have created a sense of belonging for myself, and this belongingness is the subject of my post.
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Belongingness is a natural, inborn need of all people. L...
