Raising a Child with Autism: 7 Things Every Parent Should Know

When my son was first diagnosed with autism, I was depressed, confused, and completely overwhelmed. At first, all I could do was cry, yet I was in denial.  I was convinced Ryan couldn’t have autism and prayed the doctor was wrong!  I had never felt that kind of pain before. My child was incurably damaged,…

Active Meditation, Moving Energy

Andean and Eastern techniques to spirituality have many points in common.   The one point that I think differentiates, is the meditation aspect. From what I have been taught and understand, the Eastern teachings are more focused toward stilllnes and silence.  I remember when some of my earlier teachers tried to get me to meditate,…

Fooling Around With Pain

Old pain picture I lie down to sleep and the pain increases. It cannot be ignored and it is impossible to sleep. What can I do now? Every night and every day I ask this question numerous times. There are several things that I can do. There are many actually, but for whatever reason I…

I Am That

This is what starts to develop. Every time I feel I need clarity, I go to the paint-box, dip my brush in water and tune in to the innermost me. I don’t know what will come from there, but what comes is always a blessing. Sometimes it tells me what to work on and release….