Why 35 Element? Was that a good year for you physically? Well, at any rate, I admit. Yes, the deteriation of the body is a slowing process. The great news is Element, you have an incredibly sharp and smart mind. You some say it is all mind over matter. I'm not so sure it works on all things but something to think about. Thank you for responding and have a great day! Love, Merlin
I try to shut that off whenever possible. You see, you don't control minds, you just hear what they are thinking. It is a skill like anything else. You don't want it, trust me.
Hi Alf~ After reading your chosen ability, a song just popped into my head. It goes something like: "If you could read my mind love, what a tale my thoughts could tell... Just like a paperback novel, the kind the drugstores sell...." I think Gordon Lightfoot wrote it but many people have sung it as a cover song. See Alf? You Can read my mind! I'll bet dollars to doughnuts you are singing that song in your head right now! Taa-Daa! You are much more talented than you already know. You've just forgotten how to tap into it! Lots of great songs and happy abilities to you Alf! Thanks for responding and have a great day! Love, Merlin
Good morning carbonproduct~ You are not alone. Me too! I can't count the times I wished I could think mathematicians. Sometimes it seems like they are magicians than mathematicians!! My sister who does financial advising for a living once told me this little trick that helped her. She said, don't let the numbers intimidate you. They are 1 through 9. 0 is a place holder. Sometimes they appear in different sequences. You know what always got me? Algebra! Who's idea was it to start mixing letters in with numbers? Where are they? I'd like to have a few sharp words with them. :) Hang in there carbonproduct, I'm right there with ya! Thanks for responding and have a great day:) Love, Merlin
"I am without possessions," said Siddhartha, "if this is what you mean. Surely, I am without possessions. But I am so voluntarily, and therefore I am not destitute."
"But what are you planning to live of, being without possessions?"
"I haven't thought of this yet, sir. For more than three years, I have been without possessions, and have never thought about of what I should live."
"So you've lived of the possessions of others."
"Presumable this is how it is. After all, a merchant also lives of what other people own."
"Well said. But he wouldn't take anything from another person for nothing; he would give his merchandise in return."
"So it seems to be indeed. Everyone takes, everyone gives, such is life."
"But if you don't mind me asking: being without possessions, what would you like to give?"
"Everyone gives what he has. The warrior gives strength, the merchant gives merchandise, the teacher teachings, the farmer rice, the fisher fish."
"Yes indeed. And what is it now what you've got to give? What is it that you've learned, what you're able to do?"
"I can think. I can wait. I can fast."
"That's everything?"
"I believe, that's everything!"
"And what's the use of that? For example, the fasting-- what is it good for?"
"It is very good, sir. When a person has nothing to eat, fasting is the smartest thing he could do. When, for example, Siddhartha hadn't learned to fast, he would have to accept any kind of service before this day is up, whether it may be with you or wherever, because hunger would force him to do so. But like this, Siddhartha can wait calmly, he knows no impatience, he knows no emergency, for a long time he can allow hunger to besiege him and can laugh about it. This, sir, is what fasting is good for."
"You're right, Samana. Wait for a moment."
Kamaswami left the room and returned with a scroll, which he handed to his guest while asking: "Can you read this?"
Siddhartha looked at the scroll, on which a sales-contract had been written down, and began to read out its contents.
"Excellent," said Kamaswami. "And would you write something for me on this piece of paper?"
He handed him a piece of paper and a pen, and Siddhartha wrote and returned the paper.
Kamaswami read: "Writing is good, thinking is better. Being smart is good, being patient is better."
"It is excellent how you're able to write," the merchant praised him. "Many a thing we will still have to discuss with one another. For today, I'm asking you to be my guest and to live in this house."
Siddhartha thanked and accepted, and lived in the dealers house from now on. Clothes were brought to him, and shoes, and every day, a servant prepared a bath for him. Twice a day, a plentiful meal was served, but Siddhartha only ate once a day, and ate neither meat nor did he drink wine. Kamaswami told him about his trade, showed him the merchandise and storage-rooms, showed him calculations. Siddhartha got to know many new things, he heard a lot and spoke little. And thinking of Kamala's words, he was never subservient to the merchant, forced him to treat him as an equal, yes even more than an equal. Kamaswami conducted his business with care and often with passion, but Siddhartha looked upon all of this as if it was a game, the rules of which he tried hard to learn precisely, but the contents of which did not touch his heart.
Good morning Shar to the Rona :) I haven't thought of Siddhartha in years. What a pleasant surprise and nice reminder. My mom suggested I read this book when I was 17/18? Maybe 16. If I gather what I am reading about your desired skill or ability correctly, it would be Spiritual Enlightenment and living harmoniously with the world? If so, I wish many of us could have those same set of skills and abilities. Very beautiful Shar to the Rona. What a nice memory for me to visit and a thought for many others who read your response. You are a very gifted person already and I wish you well in your travels. Have a great day and see you hopefully on another question soon! Love, Merlin
This post was edited by Merlin at June 5, 2017 9:52 AM MDT
What I literally am saying is that if you but wait and not anticipate what you think should happen, if you are willing to use the tools of patience, steadfastness and awareness, you will go a lot farther than fretting and strutting across the stage of life.
I am so glad you read that book. It is one of my favorites and has stayed with me for decades.
God are you ever a nice person. I love your personality.
Hi Shar to the Rona~ I always smile when I see your name and picture! You are very insightful, spiritual, and kind with a sense of humor. It is very rare when you find a person who has them wrapped into one ;). I try to live by three ideas that ironically all start with P: Patience, Passion and Perseverance. I think these are wonderful traits to have. Here's a quote by CeeLo Green I like: I think you might as well ;) Tolerance, compromise, understanding, acceptance, patience- I want all of those to be sharp tools in my shed Add a little faith in that and I'd be set! Thank you for your kind words Shar to the Rona. You made me smile and will when I think of this for many days to come. Have a nice evening and see you soon on another :) :) Love, Merlin
Good Morning sweet pearl~ I've quietly wondered. What was is it about Virginia that you liked? Was it because she saw situations that you were in differently? Was it because you believed she was older and therefore you respected her opinion? The reason I ask is, your need is the same as your want. To the best of my knowledge, unless a person is a trust-fund baby or is independently wealthy, you NEED to give back into the community of some sort. Your WANT is the same. For a time, I have tried to help you in ways to reach your goal that have been unsuccessful. I do care about you and your never ending battle. I think Virginia is the wise and wonderful person that can help you. Love, Merlin
i just want to be able to work just like anyone else without everyone stopping me, i wish i couldve still kept in touch with virginia but i didnt know she was leaving so i cant even get a hold of her
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