Category Archives: Nature

Knowing What Truly Life Is

Posted on May 19, 2015 by Spirit Moments

In my recent travels, I have been amazed by what men have been able to accomplish over the centuries: the pyramids of the Maya, the churches and palaces in Europe, the cities within which these monuments were built. These did not … Continue reading →

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Nature, Nepal and the Good Shepherd

Posted on April 26, 2015 by Spirit Moments

Nothing can be more relaxing, peaceful and serene as a scene from nature: green trees blending with the blue skies, clean waters nourishing life all around, living things co-existing in perfect harmony – just like this rustic setting. And yet … Continue reading →

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Particle Accelerators and Easter

Posted on April 15, 2015 by Spirit Moments

The Large Hadron Collider at CERN is back in the news as it was recently re-activated. It is the world’s largest and most powerful particle accelerator. Scientists shoot sub-atomic particles through at the speed of light and when these particle … Continue reading →

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Seeing Eternity in the Now

Posted on April 12, 2015 by Spirit Moments

I watch and enjoy this picture I once took of the sunset. I pointed my camera and clicked it and out came this awesome photo. It could very well be the picture of another glorious morning breaking. Either way, it … Continue reading →

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What the Risen Lord is Telling Me

Posted on April 11, 2015 by Spirit Moments

In a world racked by hatred and violence, where the weak and the defenseless are routinely massacred, it is often very difficult to believe in the goodness of men and their capacity for love. Yet, in my own life, I … Continue reading →

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Not Just an Ordinary Day

Posted on April 8, 2015 by Spirit Moments

This day could have been just another ordinary day. I could have just gone on doing what I would routinely do everyday. But it is special and stands out from all the other days in my life because it is … Continue reading →

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Life is a Mystery

Posted on March 24, 2015 by Spirit Moments

We live in a world filled with mystery. Since the beginning of time, man has been struck with awe and wonder gazing up the skies or simply standing before nature. The more we learn about the universe around us, the more … Continue reading →

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Wild Flowers on the First Day of Spring

Posted on March 22, 2015 by Spirit Moments

First day of spring. Anabelle and I joined a guided hike through the hills in the Coyote Lake – Harvey Bear Ranch County Park. The hills were carpeted with the blooms of wild flowers. There is a mad explosion of colors, … Continue reading →

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Fulfillment

Posted on March 11, 2015 by Spirit Moments

The sun may seem to be but one ordinary star in the entire universe but it gives out light and energy and makes life possible on earth. The passing of the seasons may be simply due to to the earth … Continue reading →

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The Greatest Sign

Posted on February 16, 2015 by Spirit Moments

I shall not tempt the Lord and ask for a sign from heaven. Instead, I shall offer Him a sacrifice and a song of praise. Life is a great gift. I cannot even start to fathom why I was given this … Continue reading →

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