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I hope your year is off to a magical and mystical start. If you got gifts of books this holiday season, I hope you are enjoying inspired thoughts, the delicious sound of paper turning, and the excitement promised on each new page.

I hope you are also enjoying the thoughts, sounds, and promises of your own life in these early days of 2024, and as Meister Eckhart wrote, β€˜trust the magic of beginnings,’

This month’s The Spiritual Read includes two beautiful poems shared during our Spirit Space holiday gathering, a writing exercise on seeing the magical and mystical, book recommendations, book love and book nook photos, and the last laugh. I’ve also added a NEW section on curated articles from spiritual teachers.

Athbhliain faoi mhaise daoibh agus beannacht,

Soul Poems

Please enjoy these beautiful poems shared by Jackie and Alice during our Spirit Space Community Holiday Gathering. Thank you also to everyone who shared songs, sonnets, and stories - you made it an extraordinary event.

Tolling of church bells 

Ringing out comfort and joy 

While grief sings to you. 

β€” Jackie Mull

I remember her eyes

The way one remembers 

The headlights of a car 

Arriving to take you home 

And I remember her scent 

The way one remembers 

The perfume of a rose 

As it opens to the sky 

And I remember her voice 

The way one remembers 

The cry of a train 

In the loneliness of the night

But I remember most her touch

The way one remembers 

A cool subtle breeze 

Beneath the blistering sun

- Richard Schnap (beloved partner of Alice Winn)
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Book Love

It is immensely humbling to read posts such as these from Vickspick and learn how my story has helped her through some dark times. Deep bows of gratitude to Vickspick for sharing.

What was your favorite part of Till Death Don’t Us Part?
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Writing Practice: The Magical & Mystical

The year is off to a good start. Where have you already seen the magical and mystical? It exists when you choose to see it.

Write a sonnet, bardo poem, or series of haikus about the magical and mystical around you. Keep up this practice throughout the year as a constant reminder of the magic that exists around you every day.
 SHARE YOUR STORY ON SPIRIT SPACE 

Curated Articles for the New Year

Moving Into The New Year with Generosity by Ram Dass

In the spirit of the new year, this inspiring talk by Ram Dass reminds us of our interconnectedness and the need to keep our hearts,

Inspired New Year’s Intentions by Jack Kornfeld

Buddhist teacher Jack Kornfeld reminds us that awakening is possible whenever we dedicate ourselves to a noble way of life.
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Book Nook

One of my favorite book nooks this winter was sitting outside in a heated tent with seven-year old Ruairi discussing ghosts and truth and the nature of reality.

Do you have a favorite reading nook?
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Recommended Reading
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This book was recommended by a community member.

Diverse phenomena associated with death are examined through a scientific lens, and evidence for the survival of consciousness after death is evaluated.

Join Coleman Barks and Rumi for a year-long journey into the mystical and sacred within and without. Join them in recognizing and embracing the divine in the sublime, in the ordinary, and in us all.

 Rumi
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The Last Laugh

Till Next Time

That’s it for this month! Check out my website for available appointments and upcoming events. Follow me on social media (links in the footer) for weekly tips and updates on impromptu gatherings. See you next month!

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