Dec 15, 2014 | Inspiration, Peace
While driving to my friend Teresa’s house for dinner Sunday I passed a lake just a few yards from the road. As I moved in parallel to the lake a small flock of geese started to launch themselves up from the peaceful water. First running then flying in perfect harmony...
May 6, 2014 | Inspiration, Peace
As boats flounder, as war rages, as planes drop from the skies I walk outside and turn my face toward the heavens. My eyes close and I reflect upon the loss of life, the sorrow, and the tragedy. I breathe and exhale, when I open my eyes I see a seagull ease from the...
Apr 16, 2014 | General Topics, Human Interest, Inspiration, Peace, World Peace
I am often asked what peace is. It surprises me that people ask this question because it seems the definition is self-evident. Yet in a world where conflict has been going on for centuries and where our news is almost exclusively about violence and aggression, I...
Mar 27, 2014 | Inspiration, Peace, Philanthropy, Volunteering, World Peace
Why after so much suffering would anyone believe that putting a mark (your signature) on a piece of paper would mean anything? It has historically been the individual marks on paper that have changed evil to good. Those that place their marks on letters and blogs, so...
Mar 24, 2014 | Inspiration, Peace, Peaceful Activities, Philanthropy, World Peace
I carry with me a blue earth marble. I use it to illustrate how small Mother Earth is and to demonstrate that where you live is just a stone’s throw from where I break bread with those that I love. The wind that stirs the curtain above your baby’s crib was just...
Mar 13, 2014 | General Topics, Peace
In the northern hemisphere we are two weeks away from spring, and in the southern part of the world fall is approaching. It is safe to say that wardrobes will need to be changed, and alternative strategies will be utilized to maximize the comfort within our homes and...
Feb 25, 2014 | Inspiration, Peace, Peaceful Activities
We invite you to join us in co-creating a petition and proclamation of over 1,000,000,000 supporters. When it is completed it will be presented to ourselves, our fellow citizens, the United Nations and all of the governments that share our world. This growing global...
Dec 10, 2013 | Human Interest, Inspiration, Peace, Peace Holidays
Human Rights Day December 10, 2013 Human Rights Day this year came just a few days after Nelson Mandela freed his spiritual self from his mortal form. His work as leader, healer, teacher and voice of forgiveness was complete. His dignity was always free even when...
Dec 8, 2013 | Human Interest, Inspiration, Peace
Recently, I was visiting a wonderful shop that features items such as crystals, incense, books, and all things metaphysical. The crystals there were stunning reminders of the beauty of creation and throughout the store there were interesting gifts that kept your eyes...
Nov 24, 2013 | General Topics, Human Interest, Inspiration, Peace
The United Nations Peace Park and Cemetery in Busan, Korea is the only such place on Earth. These hallowed grounds have serene white marble statues with doves holding olive branches and colorful stained glass depicting scenes of peace. There are rabbits and hens and...
Oct 15, 2013 | General Topics, Peace
PeaceNow believes peace is the state from which all challenges in the world are resolved most effectively. To achieve this, the responsibility of all world citizens and their governments is to set aside everything that creates division. This includes hate,...
Oct 1, 2013 | General Topics, Peace
What is peace? Is it an imaginary unreal idea? Is it an illusion that only dreamers see; a mirage that disappears as you draw nearer to it? For me, peace is as real as my being. It is the core of me. It is the dance and the music and rhythm. PeaceNow can be for you...
Sep 14, 2013 | General Topics, Peace
We understand the only way to join One Billion people that share a common belief in peace is via the World Wide Web. We can introduce social, service and peace organizations to each other that are guided by the same vision of living in harmony by simply moving our...
Aug 2, 2013 | General Topics, Inspiration, Peace
On May 22, 2013 I wrote an article called “Bless this Memorial Day.” It was written in remembrance of those servicewomen and men that have sacrificed their time, their emotional well-being, their health, and their lives. It also recognized all the courageous families...