Family of Light-Return from Egypt
Egypt, Healing, sacred sites, spirit family, spiritual inspiration November 17th, 2009
Luxor Temple at Night
Back from another, my 36th!, group to Egypt. Each of us returned gradually during this week, floating and swirling like leaves back down to earth. The sense of comraderie and caring amongst the group was evident from the first gathering at Logan to begin our long flight. This was a harmonious gathering of old souls, each being a strong individual and yet able to work in co operation with others. There were no big egos or reincarnated Ramses or Nefertitis, no spiritual snobbery or elitism. Just a kind and compassionate group of seekers and adventurers, open to the moment.
Egypt was wondrous as always, and the only unpleasant weather was the day we toured Giza Plateau. There was a fierce wind and sandstorm, most unusual for this time of year. It made the pyramids look as if they were fading into another dimension and caused us to rush the startled vendors in search of cotton scarves to protect our faces.
Oddly, only a few were up for climbing inside to the King’s Chamber, but those who did were blessed with a special gift. As we ascended to the top of the Grand Gallery, we heard the most beautiful, etherial chanting echoing from the granite walls. Inside there were three women and one man, eyes closed and in deep meditative state. A few of us silently took places seated on the floor and we were bathed in this heavenly sound and vibration. Their voices were magnificent and when the chanting ended, all bowed to one another and departed without a word. It was one of those magical synchronistic moments that doesn’t call for words, only an open heart and deep sense of gratitude. I have no idea who these lovely people were or what country they came from, but I thank them for sharing those sacred moments with strangers. It is so true that there are no strangers, only friends we have not yet met…
The above photo revealed literally hundreds of energy orbs, as did every photo taken in the temple that night. We were also thrilled by an enormous golden/orange shooting star as we entered the temple; this spectacular site passed too quickly for anyone to catch a photo.
The next tour is already forming, to take place in late January 2010. It will be my last for some time, as I am involved in other projects. If your heart calls you to come home to Egypt, you are most welcome to join me.
See website for all details.
The Ritual of Awakening
Egypt, sacred sites, writing June 21st, 2009
This is the opening of one chapter in the autobiographical book I am writing. This chapter gives a glimpse into the ongoing adventure and spiritual journey that has been my life for so many years; a life lived between two countries and many dimensions. If you have not been to Egypt, I guarantee that it is nothing like you imagine, does not remotely resemble what the US media would have you believe. And it is a million times more dizzying and mystical than the mind alone can fathom. One of my favorite travel guidebooks for Egypt can be found here.
It requires one to suspend all preconceptions and surrender to the present moment, while at the same time adjusting to the odd sense of experiencing life multi-dimensionally. In spite of growing up in the 1960s in Harvard Square, I never touched drugs, yet the mild-altering effect of Egypt sounds similar to those ‘trips’ described by users of hallucinogens. It flows over and through you, naturally altering and enhancing every moment. Sounds scary? Not at all. Read on… Read the rest of this entry »
Sacred Sites, Sacred Journeys
sacred sites April 15th, 2009
Sacred Sites, Sacred Journeys
All of life is a sacred journey and every place on Earth a sacred site.
This is indeed true if we can bring our full awareness and an attitude of awe and reverence to each experience, no matter how mundane or seemingly insignificant.
Most of us benefit from the periodic shift in consciousness brought about by a total change in environment, returning to our lives with greater enthusiasm and appreciation. Even those of us fortunate to live in a beautiful place like Cape Cod sometimes forget the healing quality of our location until we are away from home for a while. Read the rest of this entry »
