Surfing the Sea of Life

02/02/2026

The ripple effect in motion......a choice to put one foot in front of the other and to start walking for Peace is creating a wave of live, hope, compassion throughout the world.

How can you show up today to plant seeds of Peace?

Sending you love today and always 💕

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They walked 2,300 miles barefoot. What happened when they reached mile 2,100 left everyone in tears.
On a freezing January morning in Petersburg, Virginia, 24 Buddhist monks arrived at Virginia State University after walking for 98 straight days. Their feet were bare. Their robes were simple. And somehow, against every odd, over 1.8 million people were following their journey online.
This wasn't supposed to go viral.
When 44-year-old Venerable Bhikkhu Pannakara left his small temple in Fort Worth, Texas back in October, he just wanted to share a message of peace. No protest. No politics. Just 2,300 miles of walking, praying, and hoping that kindness still mattered in a divided world.
They walked over 20 miles every single day. Through Louisiana heat. Through Mississippi storms. Through snow and sleet in the Carolinas that would make most of us call an Uber. Sometimes they slept on the side of the road in sleeping bags. Every morning at dawn, they'd rise for alms, depending on the kindness of strangers.
Then something extraordinary started happening.
Small towns began lining the streets. Hundreds, then thousands showed up at their daily peace talks. People brought flowers, food, handwritten signs. Police escorts appeared. Churches opened their doors in snowstorms. A stray Indian street dog they named Aloka started following them—and became their unofficial mascot, a four-legged symbol of unexpected friendship.
The videos started spreading: Grown men approaching the monks for blessings, then walking away in tears. Families describing the encounter as "pure love in a noisy world." One woman posted: "Peace has bloomed from Texas to here."
What gets me is this: Bhikkhu Pannakara never expected any of this attention. When told his Instagram hit a million followers, he seemed genuinely surprised. All he keeps saying is, "Kindness is a choice. Peace begins with one step."
They're 200 miles from Washington D.C. now, set to arrive February 13th. After 120 days. After 2,300 miles. After showing us that maybe—just maybe—the world is hungrier for compassion than we thought.
One father who walked alongside them with his kids said it best: "They cut through all the hatred with nothing but good energy and bare feet."
If that doesn't restore your faith in humanity, I don't know what will. ❤️🕊️
The monks receiving flowers from a crowd during their walk.
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01/02/2026

Do you say "rabbit, rabbit, rabbit" on the 1st of the month? Yes? Why do you do this and if not, here is some info on why people do.....
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I love the variety of different traditions and where they come from. We live in such a beautifully rich world of mystery, magic, myth and superstition.

Where do yours come from?

“Rabbit, Rabbit, Rabbit!”
A blessed first of February to You!
Blessed Brigid’s Day/Imbolc in the Northern Hemisphere! 🤍🔥
Blessed Lúnasa/Lammas in the Southern Hemisphere! 🌾💛

Saying “Rabbit rabbit rabbit” aloud upon waking on the first day of a new month is an old charm to ensure good fortune throughout the month.
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“Additionally, the Rabbit and Hare have also long been associated with the Goddess and were the totem of several: the hare to Artemis and Hecate, the sacred rabbit to Aphrodite, to Holda who was accompanied by several torch-bearing hares, to Cerridwen and Freyja who both had hare attendants, and, of course, to Eostre who was said to have taken the shape of a hare at each full moon and whose Anglo-Saxon counterpart, Ostara, was often depicted with a white hare by her side.

There are many more goddesses associated with or attended to by both rabbits and hares and, in such, these gentle creatures can assist us in becoming more attuned to the lunar cycle. All rabbits in general are associated with the Moon, magick, luck, love, creativity, success, sensitivity, agility, spontaneity, abundance, rebirth and, of course, fertility.”

~ Patricia J. Martin
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🐰NOTE: In addition to the article above, throughout Mesoamerica, the rabbit also attends the goddesses Coyolxauhqui and Ixchel, and in Chinese mythology, the Moon goddess Chang’e has a rabbit companion who mixes an elixir of life in a mortar and pestle.

Art: Eleanor Ludgate, “Three Hares”
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30/01/2026

Can you feel or see the first stirrings of Spring? The wheel of the year is turning and this weekend marks Imbolc. Some people start honouring the unseen movement of nature on the 31st January while others focus on the 1st Feb. And others let nature guide them, when they start seeing the signs of growth, as opposed to the fixed day. The bottom line is, it's a personal thing for you to strengthen your connection to your beliefs and your relationship to nature.

Here's a beautiful write up on the history, myth and practices of Imbolc.

The wheel of the year teaches us to observe the changes outside of us, as the Seasons ebb and flow, in return it can help us to become more conscious of the changes happening in our inner world and how to align with your Life force.

Whatever you're up to this weekend if you feel called to harness this energy, you could go for a walk in nature, take some time to cleanse your home, light a fire or a candle, journey on what is stirring for you and let the softness of this time comfort you.

Let me know below your plans.

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Imbolc — A Folk Pagan Celebration of Returning Light

In Pagan folk tradition, Imbolc is a quiet and deeply symbolic festival that marks the first gentle stirring of spring beneath the stillness of winter. Celebrated around February 1st, it is not a celebration of what has already bloomed, but of what is beginning to awaken unseen.

Imbolc belongs to the old Celtic seasonal calendar and stands midway between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox. In this liminal moment, the days grow subtly longer, the land softens, and life slowly prepares to return. According to ancient Celtic timekeeping, the new day began at sunset, which is why many traditions honor Imbolc from the evening of January 31st, while others focus on February 1st itself. Both ways reflect the same timeless threshold.

The Breath of the Land

In traditional rural life, Imbolc was closely tied to the lambing season and the first flow of milk after winter scarcity. These signs were quiet but powerful assurances that the earth had not forgotten life. Though fields remained bare, fertility had already returned in secret.

Imbolc teaches patience — a trust in cycles that unfold slowly, beneath the surface, long before they can be seen.

Brigid — Keeper of the Sacred Flame

At the heart of Imbolc stands Brigid, beloved in both Pagan and later Christian folk belief. She is the guardian of the hearth fire, the whisper of poetry and inspiration, the warmth of healing, and the promise of renewal.

In folklore, Brigid is said to walk the land on Imbolc night, blessing homes, animals, and those who welcome her. For this reason, households were gently prepared, not with grandeur, but with care and intention.

Folk Customs of Imbolc

🔥 Fire and Candlelight
Hearth fires were cleaned and tended, and candles were lit to honor the returning light. Fire at Imbolc was both protection and promise — a reminder that warmth would soon overcome the cold.

🧹 Cleansing the Home
Homes were swept and refreshed, releasing the heaviness of winter and making space for new beginnings. This act was as spiritual as it was practical.

🧵 Brigid’s Veil (Brat Bríde)
One of the most tender customs of Imbolc is the placing of a cloth, ribbon, or veil outdoors overnight. Known as Brat Bríde, it was believed that Brigid would pass over it, leaving behind a blessing of healing and protection.
Some placed the veil out on the night of January 31st, others on February 1st — a variation born from ancient calendars and layered traditions, both equally rooted in folk memory.

🌾 Threshold Blessings
Brigid’s crosses, woven from straw or rushes, were placed above doorways and hearths, quietly guarding the home and those within it.

🍞 Simple Food and Gratitude
Milk, bread, butter, and grains were shared — humble foods carrying deep meaning, honoring survival, nourishment, and hope for abundance.

A Festival of Quiet Magic

Imbolc is not loud, nor dramatic. It is soft, inward, and hopeful. It reminds us that transformation rarely arrives with thunder — it comes like a whisper beneath frozen ground.

Even in the heart of winter, the light has already begun to return.

09/01/2026

When I read this post, my nervous system paused, took a deep breath and relaxed a little. Then a rush of energy came through me, triggering me to share this here with you.

Imagine a world with women empowered enough to be like this.

What quotes make you inhale and reset?

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“We need women who are so strong they can be gentle, so educated they can be humble, so fierce they can be compassionate, so passionate they can be rational, and so disciplined they can be free.”
Kavita Ramdas

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07/01/2026

A few months ago I bumped into and he told me about this new magazine that he was going to be writing for and that he'd love to write an article on me and Surfing the Sea of Life. Today I walked into for the PBE networking group and saw The Portsmouth Magazine sitting on the counter. I was so excited to open it, flick through the pages and then.....boom, there I was! I was so excited and couldn't wait to tell the group my exciting news and they were just as excited for me as I was!

It was such a great experience being interviewed by Graham, sharing my story, my inspiration and what the model is all about. Glimmers of the dream started in 2003, 10 years later a life wipeout realigned my life to start exploring what would become the model. Life over the last (nearly) 13 years have taught me the intricacies of it and have helped me through many life wipeouts. It helps me daily to make sense of the world within and around me, to create optimal environments, to ride the waves of my life and recover from life's wipeouts! I'm so grateful to be able to share my dream and vision with others and look forward to a year of getting out into the world with it more.

Who's ready to have some fun?!

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06/01/2026

If you've been enjoying the exploration of full moon energy over the last few days. Here's a handy planner for all 13 full moons of this year (Yes, you read that right! 13...We've got a blue moon thrown in for good measure, when there's 2 full moons in a month)

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The year of 13 full moons! 🤌🏻 🌕

03/01/2026

Look up today (and every day if you want to marvel at the wonders of our world) but here's what's going on today in the skies......

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January 3, 2026, isn't just another day in the Solar System. 🪐

While we go about our Saturday, the universe is orchestrating a rare and spectacular "triple alignment" of orbital mechanics right above our heads. Here is exactly what is happening 👇🏻

✅ Perigee (The Supermoon): The Moon is swinging by at its closest approach to Earth for this orbital cycle. Because this coincides with the Full Moon phase (the "Wolf Moon"), we are witnessing a Supermoon. It will appear about 14% larger and 30% brighter than a micro-moon, dominating the night sky with an intense, luminous glow that will make shadows look sharper than usual.

✅ Perihelion: While it might feel freezing in the Northern Hemisphere, Earth is actually reaching its closest point to the Sun all year! We will be approximately 3 million miles closer to our star today than we were in July. This proximity creates a gravitational slingshot effect, causing Earth to move at its fastest orbital speed—roughly 67,000 mph—as we zip around the Sun.

✅ Quadrantids Peak: To top it off, we are moving through the debris trail of the asteroid 2003 EH1, triggering the peak of the Quadrantids Meteor Shower. While the bright Supermoon will wash out the fainter shooting stars, the Quadrantids are famous for producing bright "fireballs"—explosive meteors that can cut through the moonlight and leave glowing trails across the atmosphere.

It’s not often we get three distinct celestial events converging within a single 24-hour window.

So, if the skies are clear tonight, don't forget to look up. You’re watching the solar system in motion. 🔭✨

11/10/2025

Where science meets mystery........

A fascinating new interpretation of quantum physics suggests that what we often call “luck” may not be purely random. Scientists are now exploring evidence indicating that luck could follow hidden patterns, challenging long-held assumptions about chance and probability.

Traditionally, events perceived as lucky or unlucky were thought to occur randomly, without any underlying structure. However, recent research in quantum systems and probability theory reveals that subtle correlations and hidden variables may influence outcomes, creating patterns that appear as streaks of luck. These findings have left researchers intrigued, as they hint at deeper, underlying order in phenomena previously considered chaotic or unpredictable.

The study examined quantum interactions at microscopic levels, observing that certain sequences and coincidences occur more frequently than expected under classical randomness. These patterns suggest that chance events may be governed by hidden principles, potentially influencing outcomes in ways we perceive as fortunate or unfortunate.

While the implications are still theoretical, the idea that luck could have structure has captivated scientists and philosophers alike. It opens possibilities for understanding probability, decision-making, and even predicting outcomes in complex systems. Researchers are exploring applications in finance, gaming, and behavioral science, where recognizing patterns in apparent randomness could lead to new insights.

Experts emphasize that this does not guarantee control over luck or outcomes, but it reframes our understanding of randomness. Quantum patterns may subtly influence probabilities, suggesting that events are interconnected in ways we are only beginning to understand.

This revelation bridges physics, mathematics, and philosophy, prompting fresh perspectives on chance, fate, and the hidden structures underlying our universe. It challenges the idea that luck is merely accidental, hinting that what seems random may have a deeper, quantifiable order.

10/07/2025

Anting! Have you heard about it? It's fascinating what other species do to heal. Nature's incredible about knowing what is needed to regain balance and harmony in its own ecosystem.

When a crow feels sick… it visits an anthill.

Sounds strange? It’s actually one of nature’s most fascinating healing rituals.

When a crow senses it’s unwell, it will intentionally find an anthill, spread its wings wide, and remain completely still—waiting for the ants to crawl into its feathers.

Why?
Because ants release formic acid—a natural antiseptic that kills bacteria, fungi, and parasites hiding in the bird’s feathers.
This behavior is called “anting”, and it’s been observed not just in crows, but in many bird species.

No medicine.
No vet.
Just pure instinct and nature’s built-in pharmacy.
A brilliant reminder that the natural world is full of intelligent, self-healing systems…

We just need to stop and notice.

17/06/2025

Have you read The Celestine Prophecy or watched the book? This is just a snippet for how we can navigate these times.