“Life is an unfoldment, and the further we travel, the more truth we comprehend. To understand the things that are at our door is the best preparation for understanding those that lie beyond.” Hypatia

I hope that you may find joy as I did in knowing that such a woman walked this earth.

Hypatia a mathematician and astronomer was born about 355 A.D daughter of Theon of Alexandria. Theon wanting his daughter to be the best she could be, he made sure to educate her in all of these subjects…as well as developing a physical routine to ensure for her a healthy body. A brilliant young woman, Hypatia surpassed her father’s knowledge.

Hepatia became a teacher at Alexandria’s Neoplatonic School; later she became its director…a remarkable accomplishment for a woman in those days. Her lectures were lively and interesting, and she was loved and admired by all and well respected by many of the officials. Many prominent Christians were among her pupils, including Synesuis, who was later to become the Bishop of Ptolemais

Profoundly liberated for her time, she refused to marry and drove her own chariots through the streets of the city. The invention of the astrolabe is accredited to her.

But, Hypatia lived at a time when there was conflict between the Pagans on one side and Christians on the other, who were demanding an end to paganism. Hypatia symbolized learning and science which those early Christians identified with paganism. With the death of Synesuis she was left vulnerable to those who sought to get rid of her.

Cyril, the Archbishop of Alexandria, considered Hypatia to be a symbol of the learning and science which he considered to be pagan. “In the year 415, on her way to work she was set upon by a fanatical mob of Cyril’s parishioners. They dragged her from her chariot, tore off her clothes, and, armed with shells, flayed her flesh from her bones. Her remains were burned, her works obliterated. Cyril was made a saint”

Hypatia lives on forever, though, sitting serenely on the Moon, her crater located near the crater that was named for her father. Her reputation has inspired the imaginations of many writers.

Daisy Says: In the words of Hypatia

“Reserve your right to think, for even to think wrongly is better than to not think at all.”–Hypatia

I send a prayer to the many families that lost a loved one the day the twin towers came down in New York.

On that day we saw Americans band united as one moving mind who’s natural directive shouted: SURVIVE.

It was in the after hours that we saw the power of government as we witnessed American skies free of aircraft. To observe the power of government in action also disturbed my sanity of how quickly government can take those freedoms and rights from its citizens. Just like many Americans that live on its borders (and all of Florida) are not aware that they live in a “Constitution Free Zone” – unprotected by the 4th Ammendment.

Thomas Jefferson third president of the U.S. of America remembered for many achievements and author of the “Declaration of American Independence”, was quoted as saying:

~History, in general, only informs us what bad government is.

~I predict future happiness for Americans if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of them.

~The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not.

~Most bad government has grown out of too much government.

As whispers of one world government slowly move to rumors – at a blink of an eye many Americans have awakened to find that manufacturing industry has long moved over seas, unemployment keeps climbing, real estate values keep dropping, a gap between the values of aging Americans (who are living longer and having to stay in the work force) and the digital young American millennial that are entering their acquisition phase are left to battle for whatever job openings may be available.

The government shouts job creation in the wake of major layoffs all over the country!

For me being native to America and having culture ties to the island of Dominican Republic, I understand that the challenge that lie ahead for many ‘established’ Americans will be in keeping American identity as the leaders plan to unify the planet in its mission of ‘survival’ and better use of planetary resources.

This solemn day should serve to remind “We the people” that ‘crisis’ is always an excellent means through which politicians advance their agendas. America the land of opportunity, where an underdog can be a super dog… and vice versa.

It is in unified spirit that we Americans hail: Let freedom ring!

Daisy Says: I love America and the freedom to ‘survive’.

Dedication may be defined as selfless devotion; and absolute dedication is what helps you reach your dreams. A sort of indomitable obsessive dedication and the realization that there is no end or limit in the pursuit of your dreams because life is simply an ever-growing process and an ever-renewing process.

One of my all-time favorite Bruce Lee quote that says it all:

“Ever since I was a child I have had this instinctive urge for expansion and growth. To me, the function of and duty of a quality human is the sincere and honest development of one’s potential.

I have come to discover through earnest personal experience and dedicated learning that ultimately the greatest help is: self-help-doing one’s best, dedicating one’s self wholeheartedly to a given task, which happens to have no end but is an on-going process.”

Remember, you are the cause and your life is the reason!

Daisy Says: Your life is fulfilled when you live with absolute dedication to make your dreams come true.

It is said that Hummingbird brings love as no other medicine can.

Hummingbirds embody the magic of living.

The hummingbird is the only creature that can stop dead while traveling at full speed; it can hover as well as go forward, backward, up or down. Hummingbirds live on nectar and searches for the sweetness of life. It’s purpose is to pollinate the flowers of the world. Its long “nose” lets it bypass the often tough and bitter outer layer to find the hidden treasurers underneath.

…and this is where we find the lesson: sometimes in life we need to bypass the obvious that are ‘eyes’ can see to find the hidden treasures of the challenge.

Native American Chief Redarrow believes that the hummingbird offers us the message of adaptability in life’s many situations and being able to “roll with the punches”. When you choose the spirit guide of the hummingbird, you adapt easily to whatever situation you may find yourself in, and make the most of your new circumstances. You don’t waste time looking back and wishing for “what was” for you are concerned with making the most of “what is”.

Hummingbird is also about inner joy. A hummingbird person takes great pleasure in spreading joy and love and beauty to all around, and have the gift of taking that inner joy into new and different surroundings.

When you embrace the hummingbird spirit guide your presence brings joy to others. You have a talent for finding the good in people, because you know that, if you can only get beyond that tough outside layer, you’ll find goodness and beauty inside.

You know instinctively where beauty abides and, near or far, you journey to that place. You move comfortably within a beautiful environment and help others taste the succulent nectar of life. Hummingbird disdains ugliness or harshness, and quickly flies away from discord or disharmony.

When you embrace the humming bird spirit guide you automatically are drawn to find the good in situations and people, and to walk away from people that are negative and situations that don’t honor your higher self.

Daisy Says: Look for the good and you will find it.

An Irish Prayer
May God give you…
For every storm, a rainbow,
For every tear, a smile,
For every care, a promise,
And a blessing in each trial.
For every problem life sends,
A faithful friend to share,
For every sigh, a sweet song,
And an answer for each prayer.

St. Patrick: Man, Myth & Holiday – St. Patrick of Ireland is one of the world’s most popular saints.
Apostle of Ireland, born at Kilpatrick, near Dumbarton, in Scotland, in the year 387; died at Saul, Downpatrick, Ireland, 17 March, 461.

Patrick used the shamrock to explain the Trinity, and has been associated with him and the Irish since that time.
Patrick was a humble, pious, gentle man; He feared nothing, not even death, so complete was his trust in God, and of the importance of his mission.

Daisy Says: With Faith comes conviction.