Take Five

But this world doesn't always cooperate with

our deepest desires. Things happen that change

our dreams, our desires, even our perceptions.

Sometimes, it's good. Sometimes, it's bad. But if

we are open to finding miracles, bad things don't

destroy us. I have learned this one thing in my nine

years. That's why my spirit is still puddle-jumping

and trying to slide down rainbows. (Evan Lovejoy,

"All the Colors of the Heart")

Healing, thriving, joy, inner peace, and less suffering--these

are gifts that are truly to be cherished. How do we acquire

these gifts in this chaotic world? Mindfulness of emotional

patterns of energy is the key. Rhonda Parsons is a person

using these feelings to help her live her best life. This energy

is infused into every poem and story she writes. Let's read

for joy!