" If we are to reach real peace in the world,
we shall have to begin with children."
--Mahtama Gandhi

Wishing all those fathers, brothers, uncles, and friends to realize the importance of showing both sides - a strong and courageous side, as well as a gentle and nurturing side - to all the children you meet in the world.

"This is the way of peace: Overcome evil with good, falsehood with truth, and hatred with love."
-- Peace Pilgrim.

Belated Summer Solstice wishes of peace for our planet that nourishes and sustains us....

We are as much alive as we keep the earth alive.
Chief Dan George

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Trying to find peace in the midst of wanting to do some violent actions to the friggin people that stole my car, used my credit cards and just plain PISSED me off...Where is that peace when you need it...must be on a vacation. I am sure it will return...

Trying to get in touch with inner Freedom today to choose Peace.

Also, I find myself thinking that Independence Day should be about Independent thinking...so much of evil has to do with blind thinking and following.

Surely humans were meant to be more than domesticated sheep!

Today my pursuit of happiness is for peace.

"Our task must be to free ourselves from
our prison by widening our circles of
compassion to embrace all living
creatures and the whole of nature in its
beauty."

- Albert Einstein

Great post for Independence Day, souldancer.:D I love that quote from Einstein.

Don't ever let them pull you down so low as to hate them.
Booker T. Washington


..what about a lot of disgust and outrage?!!

Amen to that!

"The truth is that there
is nothing noble in being
superior to somebody else.
The only read nobility is
in being superior to your
former self."
--Whitney Young

Love that quote, souldancer.:D It's so true.

Sending Peace out to Scott and the others...hoping they feel their loyal fan support and can get in touch with the will of the warrior during potential days of stress following the Orlando Sentinel articles.
Let that silence fill your souls and bring you inner peace...always!

I wish the same for them too, souldancer.:peacelove

Sheiila, you are so sweet. Peace is 'inside us all', but in you....it shines through and through! We know that actions speak louder than words...Thanks for all you are - for all you do.

Yes, I hope they can find that peace inside and remember the millions of loyal fans they have:

My stage is shared by many millions
Who lift their hands up high because they feel this
We are one
We are strong
The more you hold us down the more we press on!

TO All Of Guys N Creed May Gods Love And Gudiance Be With You

I think recognizing your inner demons and learning to deal with them helps. Listening to what other people have to say about you or whats best for you, is not necessarily the best for you either. It has nothing to do with being a spirtual person but to recognize what makes you happy and to try to keep that continuity in your life everyday.

Well said, whocares. It's really good to listen to your heart. It doesn't usually lie. It's the head stuff and the outside stuff that can get us into trouble.

More than anything, I just want Scott S., Scott P., Mark and Brett to be happy because that's what it's really all about, finding what it is that brings you peace and staying with it, even if it's not what others think it should be. It's really hard sometimes living up to others expectations. I spent way too long doing that and I'm trying to free myself of it still. I can't imagine living like that in the public eye. UGH. It's hard also on the people close to me because they have gotten used to me playing a certain role. Change can be trying, but if it's for the better, it's worth the struggle. You have to be able to look at yourself in the mirror everyday and not be ashamed. Integrity for me is very important. If I'm honest with myself, it makes dealing with the world a whole lot easier.

Well said, whocares and Dogstar. Change is hard and painful at times, but speaking from my own experience, it's worth it. It feels awful sometimes but in the end, I always feel better.

Very well said you guys!

souldancer, thank you so much.:angel: Your very kind words mean alot to me. I'm not at peace all of the time, but it's something I work towards and instead of focusing on the bad, I do my best to focus on the good in people and the good in the world as a whole.

Sheila and Souldancer are the sweetest people. I just love reading yoy guys posts because they are just so pleasant all the time. :)

I think it also makes you appreciate the journey even more. It also gives you a sense of accomplishment, knowing that you made it and came out stronger because of it; something to be proud of :angel:.

OMG, a dangling preposition! D'OH! :D . Don't tell my boss, hehehe.

LMAO, a dangling preposition. You crack me up.
You know, I can sing my pronouns to the tune of "Here comes Santa Claus."
4th grade had a lot of positive effects on me. ;)
I will do it for you guys in November.

ROTFLMMFAO!!!! OMG, we learned our prepositions in fourth grade, too, but we didn't get to sing any songs...I await that musical treat!!!!

ROTFLMAO!!!:roll: :roll:

On a serious note, I agree with you. I know I appreciate the journey more and as hard as some times have been, I can honestly say I really don't have regrets because what happens in a person's life (and in mine) helps to make them who they are.

Glad to see I am cracking someone up other then myslef. My kids are already crashed and I have been drinking when I really shouldn't be. Daniel is at work until 1am and I have been just laughing at my own posts. I will most definitly sing my little song to you guys in November.

That is so true, Sheila. It's all in how you react/embrace/face whatever the demons and difficulties in your life. And sometimes, it's so much easier said than done, but when it is done, it's soooo worth it when you come out on the other side.

LOL!

I can't wait to hear your song, Carrie.:)

LOL, you guys can all hum the tune of "Here comes Santa Claus" as I show you how it's done........LOL! ;)

LOL, sounds like a plan to me!;)

Me, too! :D

LMAO, we are going to have so much fun in November....Again, I can't thank Creed enough for making all this possible!

I know, I can't thank them enough either. They are awesome in so many ways.

I'm working on my 4th Corona and I can't wait to hear the song!!

LMAO, I drank more then I should have, too, Teri. ;)
I know you will all know all of your pronouns after my loveley ballad in November.

About, Above, Across, Around.....:D

You're so right, Dogstar. I understand what you're talking about, they have given me so much, including awesome friends :D .

Hmmmmmm...was going to try to find something "profound" to quote about peace here....but, it seems to already be here...

LAUGHTER
CARING
TRUTH
FRIENDSHIP.
...they all bring peace of heart, mind and soul!

Rock on you crazed Creedfeed gals!!