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You Are Here!

Yes, you are here, but what does that mean? You can be at any place, at any time, yet not be anywhere at all. Are you in a place of me, me, me? Or are you in a place that includes we and us? It would seem, based on the conditions of life we are all facing that the majority is in a ‘Me’ mode. The ‘me’ mode is a highly subjective and closed minded place to exist. Personally, I like to try to stay within a community that includes we and us. It is a more realistic way of being. When people live 'together', they tend to be open to give and receive the help that is available. Money is not the only thing that we have to offer each other. We also have time, effort, and skills that are useful to the entire community, and the world at large. In the sense of politics, one world can appear quite scary. But in a one world community, differences can be set aside, albeit briefly, in order to accomplish a single, universal goal. As the world progresses, we can see that it also becomes smaller in the sense of the numerous commonalities that we all do share. Wants and desires aside, we all share the same needs. We all need clean air to breath, fresh, clean water to drink, and safe foods to eat. Shortage of even one of these things has caused great civilizations to collapse. There are ways and means to provide these necessities to ALL people. It just takes time and effort to organize. We spend so much time and effort to produce things in society, not realizing that in the long run, we are merely making mountains of trash. Do I think we need to give up our way of lives? No, but a reconsideration of the things we deem important should be undertaken. If I, a selfish, self-centered alcoholic, can find a way to put others first, then I believe anyone can do it. We are fast approaching a time where we will be forced to make some drastic decisions. It behooves us to start before it is too late, if it is not already.

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Community Improvement

I am an avid bike rider. Most of my transportation is by bike. In the community I live in the bike lanes are few and far between. Although they do exist, it appears as if they were just thrown out on the busiest streets as a concession to quiet voices within the community. These are not lanes dedicated to cyclists to ensure safety. They are lanes that are painted at the edge of roads that are often too narrow and unimproved. I will admit that there are areas that have safe, workable bike lanes, but they are usually in residential areas, away from those areas that people need to get to. As the following statistics show, improvements need to be made. Bicycle Injuries, 1991 to 2006 Nonfatal Hospitalized Injuries San Bernardino County Residents <1 1-4 5-12 13-15 16-20 21-44 45-64 65+ Total 1991 0 9 85 26 10 38 18 6 192 1992 0 11 76 21 16 44 10 7 185 1993 0 7 83 37 18 68 13 6 232 1994 0 7 70 31 17 60 15 7 207 1995 1 5 56 21 16 68 15 2 184 1996 0 9 45 29 13 54 25 8 183 1997 0 11 79 35 20 58 17 5 225 1998 0 5 77 27 15 58 31 9 222 1999 0 6 75 36 23 68 20 13 241 2000 0 8 56 34 29 58 26 9 220 2001 0 9 64 31 15 66 40 10 235 2002 0 5 56 23 30 48 36 6 204 2003 0 8 46 23 21 57 23 6 184 2004 0 3 60 23 19 52 39 3 199 2005 0 6 43 23 16 44 34 3 169 2006 0 6 24 14 12 38 30 8 132 Total 1 115 995 434 290 879 392 108 3,214 Prepared by California Department of Public Health, EPIC Branch Source: California Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development, Patient Discharge Data May 17, 2012 What is sadly apparent is that the highest number of injuries has happened to children between the ages of 5 and 12. I find this appalling. Our infrastructure can accommodate the cyclist’s safety and enjoyment. Another report I looked at noted 20 fatalities over a 7 year period in San Bernardino County. With a little effort and thought, these travesties can be reduced or thwarted all together. Another benefit would be to the economy. According to the West Windsor Bicycle and Pedestrian Alliance, over 65% of merchants support such endeavors. (I actually found this number repeated in another article). Some of the benefits of bike lanes include more spending by bicyclists. Some of the money they save on gas and transportation will be spent at stores. The turn-around business also increases because it is easier and quicker for this traffic to get in and out. Not only would these lanes bring in more foot traffic, they can also bring in new business projects. These could be small businesses from within the community to large established businesses becoming attracted to available properties. There is a marked increase in value for those properties with bike lanes adjacent to said properties. The long term savings in healthcare due to the healthier aspect of biking would also benefit the community. This quote was garnered from a personal injury lawyer website: “It is understandable for many people to suggest reallocation of funds from amenities to basic governmental services. However, amenities like the bike path are what help improve our community's image. And that's important when attracting new business so necessary for future growth.” The possibilities are far reaching. Still another positive outcome of more and better bike lanes is an improved environment. We live in a valley that collects smog, haze, and soot. Once improved, dedicated bike lanes are built; more people will begin to use them. As the saying goes, “Build it and they will come.” As the economic conditions continue, more people will be looking for alternative means of transportation. This change in mode of transportation will cut down on the amount of pollution released into the environment. While such an idea is not a trend setter, it is following a rapidly growing trend. Cities and communities the world over are going to great lengths to improve the quality and safety of the local environment via dedicated bike paths and routes. Some places of note are Montreal, Toronto, Copenhagen, and several communities throughout California and the nation. The world we live in is changing rapidly. We need to be willing to change with it.

Love

Amazing how long it can take to redirect old habits. But it can be done by patience, practice, and by replacing the old ones with healthy new ones. We must first find and identify the old habits we wish to replace. Then we must consciously catch ourselves “in the act”. Once we have done this a sufficient amount of times we will start to see the bad habits before they take place. Once we begin to catch ourselves before the old habits take place we can divert them and start replacing them with the ones we want. This is how we change our own behaviors. This is how we become the people that we and others want us to be. This is another step towards enlightenment. And always remember, “Yoni Puja!”

Mornin'

Today is a good day. Today is a day I can begin again, try to heal old wounds, and make a new start. I can surround myself with positive people and thoughts. I can avoid, withstand, or overcome my difficulties. Today I will do my best to enjoy the day. Now, time to write some wacked out horror.

Good Morning

On mornings when we wake up in a decent mood are mornings we should not take for granted. They can become few and far between. We should take that beginning positivity and ride it for all it's worth. Have a great day all.

Sacred Feminine

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Good Morning!

Sometimes it can be difficult to wake up in a positive mood. The future may appear bleak. But this is no way to think. This will merely block our view from the possibilities. Being of the mindset that the future holds no hope is unrealistic. Having this view is projected perception. We are assuming we can read the future. Probabilities aside, to depress ourselves over something that does not exist is folly. It is just as easy for us to see the possibilities and project in a positive manner. Wishful thinking? Perhaps. But it is a far cry better than stressing over fantasies turned inside out.

Positive growth

At times we come upon difficulties and obstacles that can seem insurmountable. These are times that will test our patience and sanity. These are also times that will help us become closer to finally be at peace within ourselves. We must strive to withstand the impossible storms and grow through them. It is the greatest power we have. It is a power we can share with those around us.

Back from the darkness. Trying to stop beating myself into the ground. Not just for me, but for those who need me also. Had a wild ride there for about a year. Learned some things about myself and the world I exist in. Not so mad anymore, it is what it is. I am only responsible for what I can or cannot do. The rest is just so much fluff that will blow away with the wind if we allow it to. In a way I have been through a vast darkness, and little by little I can begin to see the light. I can begin to seperate the important from the non-essential. Focus on the things I can affect, and merely observe the rest, taking from it as I may.