Desiderata - A source of Inspiration

Desiderata - A poem of peace - truth - spirit - life
How to live at peace with Godand your soul in this world
"You are a child of the universe ..."
Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even the dull and ignorant; they too have their story.

Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit. If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain and bitter; for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.

Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time. Exercise caution in your business affairs; for the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals; and everywhere life is full of heroism.

Be yourself. Especially, do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is perennial as the grass.

Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself.

You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.

Therefore, be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be and whatever your labours and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life keep peace with your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.

Written by Max Ehrmann in the 1920s -- NOT "Found in Old St. Paul's Church in 1692"

Aaron (my hubby) and me

I'm back!!!

Has been so long since I wrote something on my page, I couldn't even remember my log-in:-) Oh well, so I thought I'd upload some recent wonderful developments.

First, my Cameroonian sister, Dibo, and her husband Gabby just had a beautiful baby, Naseem, this September. It is such a wonderful thing because Dibo, Sahar, Claudine, and I used to sing together and hang out together in Cameroon...for many, many years. Actually, all through our eventful lives. So, through her birth, we are all "aunts" now!!! Until I can upload a picture, check out pics of baby Naseem at Sahar's blog: http://sahariabija.blogspot.com/ .

Next, my sister Claudine, just recently arrived the Holy Land, Israel, to serve at the Baha'i World Center. This is a unique experience and wonderful accomplishment for any Baha'i. And so, she is happy, and I am happy for her.

Sahar's brother, Sahba, also recently made it to the U.S to study. He is also like my younger
brother, although he is not so little. He grows like lettuce...very fast.:-)

Cellas did it!!! He tied the knot in July. Weh, my brother, more grease to your elbows. You guys look great!!!

My awesome friend and Ghanaian sister, Genevieve, and her wonderful hubby, Chris, had the cutest baby boy - Papa Ni in August.

My Auntie, Angeline, recently graduated as a Licenced Practical Nurse. She has three wonderful kids, a wonderful husband, and she worked so hard...and I am soooo proud of her. Attended her graduation...it was lovely!!

I am listing these accomplishments, not just so that I share them with you, but as a reminder to me of the great things that have happened in the last few months.

Okay, I'll be back to put up some photos.