Summer Love

Summers are filled with love and weddings ! 

I found this delightful Buddhist Wedding Poem today:

Unlimited Friendliness

This is what should be done by the man who is wise,
who seeks the good, and who knows the meaning of the place of peace.
Let him be strenuous, upright, and truly straight, without conceit of self,
easily contented and joyous, free of cares;
let him not be submerged by the things of the world;
let him not take upon himself the burden of worldly goods;
let his senses be controlled; let him be wise but not puffed up,
and let him not desire great possessions even for his family.
Let him do nothing that is mean or that the wise would reprove.
May all beings be happy and at their ease!
May they be joyous and live in safety!
All beings, whether weak or strong—omitting none—in high, middle, or low
realms of existence,
small or great, visible or invisible, near or far away, born or to be born–
may all beings be happy and at their ease! Let none deceive another, or
despise any being in any state!

Let none by anger or ill-will wish harm to another!
Even as a mother watches over and protects her child, her only child,
so with a boundless mind should one cherish all living beings,
radiating friendliness over the entire world, above, below, and all around
without limit.
So let him cultivate a boundless good will towards the entire world,
uncramped, free from ill will or enmity.
Standing or walking, sitting or lying down, during all his waking hours,
let him establish this mindfulness of good will, which men call the highest
state!
Abandoning vain discussions, having a clear vision, free from sense
appetites,
he who is made perfect will never again know rebirth.

~ The Buddha

Courage

I've been thinking lately of the simple phrase, "Just Try".  This was brought to my attention by one awesome lady that I just learned about, her name is Hazel Findlay.  She is an amazing young woman rock climber. She is down to earth and an inspiration to a beginner rock climber like myself.  Watch her video of "Just giving it a go."  http://www.epictv.com/media/podcast/hazel-findlays-secret-to-freeing-el-cap---just-try-%7C-cedar-wright-climbing-reels-ep-7/601534

Since I've moved to the deserts of the Southwest, how could I not give rock climbing a try. I live in a town where everyone has a harness always available in the back seat and ready to go for any sort of adventure that usually involves ropes and/or a helmet. Rock climbing, canyoneering, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, zip-lining, base jumping, sky divers, hiking, backpacking, ancient ruin and rock art hunting. You name it, it is here. So, why not just TRY ? Moving to a new town where you don't know anyone is hard of course. But, my move to the deserts about two years ago has only expanded my life tremendously.  I've pushed my boundaries, both physically and mentally, I've made new friends and bonds with people of all ages and walks of life, and due to expanding my hobbies and outdoor pursuits I have found a new sense of confidence and courage. I only hope to grow and challenge myself in numerous, unexpected ways as the years go on.
 

MOab Friends !

I am a firm believer of removing the fear, negativity, pessimism, and the unknowns, and just going for it !  Instead I think of words like: courage, positivity, optimism, and more sunsets, sunrises, full moons, and rainbows to be witnessed first hand.


Inspirational Video Time:
Thousand Year Journey: Oregon to Patagonia on a Bicycle

The Maze and Orange Cliffs

This  great video was made my friends and co-workers. This is the place I call "home" for six months out of the year.