Jennifer

When I think about Thanksgiving I think of giving thanks for all the things that are in my life, but I must confess I did not think of those who have given up so much and lost so much as well. I am thankful for my loved ones and friends and I appreciate and think of the struggles of The Many.

I do not believe the majority of the exchanges made with early explorers, settlers,  priests, governments and Native Americans/Canadians were made fairly. We know this. We are not our forefathers and mothers and so we can not feel poorly for what was done to the true First Peoples of this great continent. But I think it is important to know that First Nations people struggle in our society due to numerous socio-economic, health and racial issues and that there livelihoods today are mostly a result of early conditions and experiences. That without saying, Aboriginal people have a rich and beautiful culture and a strength that will help them grow and hopefully help them to achieve very prosperous futures. I see this lately more and more where Aboriginal companies and leaders are flourishing, but still I see extreme poverty too.  As with everything in life, it takes time, determination, strength and voices.   

Today when I require a little more strength and determination I look to those who also struggle and I find beautiful character that is so admirable. Thank you to all my wonderful buddies here. I have found peace in some necessary escapism lately and this is okay. More on this later. I will say, I am treating this body more like a temple and living life quite moderately. I am making it a part of my day to breathe, just breathe and feel the perfection of The Moment.  Peace and love to Everyone……