Comments on: hope springs eternal http://magickcanoe.com/blog/2006/12/31/hope-springs-eternal/ a place where nature, photography and writing meet Wed, 20 Aug 2008 07:44:10 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.0.2 by: Micky http://magickcanoe.com/blog/2006/12/31/hope-springs-eternal/#comment-48516 Wed, 16 May 2007 11:08:59 +0000 http://magickcanoe.com/blog/2006/12/31/hope-springs-eternal/#comment-48516 About 3 years ago I dropped into a black hole – four months of absolute terror. I wanted to end my life, but somehow [Holy Spirit], I reached out to a friend who took me to hospital. I had three visits [hospital] in four months – I actually thought I was in hell. I imagine I was going through some sort of metamorphosis [mental, physical & spiritual]. I had been seeing a therapist [1994] on a regular basis, up until this point in time. I actually thought I would be locked away – but the hospital staff was very supportive [I had no control over my process]. I was released from hospital 16th September 1994, but my fear, pain & shame had only subsided a little. I remember this particular morning waking up [home] & my process would start up again [fear, pain, & shame]. No one could help me, not even my therapist [I was terrified]. I asked Jesus Christ to have mercy on me & forgive me my sins. Slowly, all my fear has dissipated & I believe Jesus delivered me from my “psychological prison.” I am a practicing Catholic & the Holy Spirit is my friend & strength; every day since then has been a joy & blessing. I deserve to go to hell for the life I have led, but Jesus through His sacrifice on the cross, delivered me from my inequities. John 3: 8, John 15: 26, are verses I can relate to, organically. He’s a real person who is with me all the time. I have so much joy & peace in my life, today, after a childhood spent in orphanages [England & Australia]. God LOVES me so much. Fear, pain, & shame, are no longer my constant companions. I just wanted to share my experience with you [Luke 8: 16 – 17]. Peace Be With You Micky About 3 years ago I dropped into a black hole – four months of absolute terror. I wanted to end my life, but somehow [Holy Spirit], I reached out to a friend who took me to hospital. I had three visits [hospital] in four months – I actually thought I was in hell. I imagine I was going through some sort of metamorphosis [mental, physical & spiritual]. I had been seeing a therapist [1994] on a regular basis, up until this point in time. I actually thought I would be locked away – but the hospital staff was very supportive [I had no control over my process]. I was released from hospital 16th September 1994, but my fear, pain & shame had only subsided a little. I remember this particular morning waking up [home] & my process would start up again [fear, pain, & shame]. No one could help me, not even my therapist [I was terrified]. I asked Jesus Christ to have mercy on me & forgive me my sins. Slowly, all my fear has dissipated & I believe Jesus delivered me from my “psychological prison.” I am a practicing Catholic & the Holy Spirit is my friend & strength; every day since then has been a joy & blessing. I deserve to go to hell for the life I have led, but Jesus through His sacrifice on the cross, delivered me from my inequities. John 3: 8, John 15: 26, are verses I can relate to, organically. He’s a real person who is with me all the time. I have so much joy & peace in my life, today, after a childhood spent in orphanages [England & Australia]. God LOVES me so much. Fear, pain, & shame, are no longer my constant companions. I just wanted to share my experience with you [Luke 8: 16 – 17].

Peace Be With You
Micky

]]> by: burning silo http://magickcanoe.com/blog/2006/12/31/hope-springs-eternal/#comment-20223 Tue, 02 Jan 2007 13:37:50 +0000 http://magickcanoe.com/blog/2006/12/31/hope-springs-eternal/#comment-20223 Thanks, everyone! Yes, it's kind of a special photo. As Cathy has mentioned, the rescue effort would have been difficult as these cacti are heavy and would be very perilous to work around. I've seen photos of ones that have fallen over and done major damage to cars, etc..., so I can only begin to imagine the difficulties of attempting to transplant a group of them. They are beautiful though. The first time I was in Arizona was in late April, and each day, I would rise before dawn and sit outdoors to watch the changing light as I found it and the atmosphere and wildlife activity so fascinating. The saguaro were flowering at that time, and the nectar of the blooms attract nocturnal and early dawn visitors - birds, insects and bats (I didn't see the bats). If I sat near a saguaro, I could be assured of seeing a steady stream of visitors. I also enjoyed watching the Gila Woodpeckers that make nest holes inside of the saguaro. What an ideal spot - almost like having a little hideout in an armored fortress. Can you guess that I'm missing the desert just a little? Thanks, everyone! Yes, it’s kind of a special photo. As Cathy has mentioned, the rescue effort would have been difficult as these cacti are heavy and would be very perilous to work around. I’ve seen photos of ones that have fallen over and done major damage to cars, etc…, so I can only begin to imagine the difficulties of attempting to transplant a group of them. They are beautiful though. The first time I was in Arizona was in late April, and each day, I would rise before dawn and sit outdoors to watch the changing light as I found it and the atmosphere and wildlife activity so fascinating. The saguaro were flowering at that time, and the nectar of the blooms attract nocturnal and early dawn visitors - birds, insects and bats (I didn’t see the bats). If I sat near a saguaro, I could be assured of seeing a steady stream of visitors. I also enjoyed watching the Gila Woodpeckers that make nest holes inside of the saguaro. What an ideal spot - almost like having a little hideout in an armored fortress. Can you guess that I’m missing the desert just a little?

]]> by: Wayne http://magickcanoe.com/blog/2006/12/31/hope-springs-eternal/#comment-20202 Tue, 02 Jan 2007 10:04:56 +0000 http://magickcanoe.com/blog/2006/12/31/hope-springs-eternal/#comment-20202 That's quite a poignant photo, Bev. I like the notion of trying to improve the general situation in some small way, and that encapsulates it for me. That’s quite a poignant photo, Bev. I like the notion of trying to improve the general situation in some small way, and that encapsulates it for me.

]]> by: Dave http://magickcanoe.com/blog/2006/12/31/hope-springs-eternal/#comment-20174 Tue, 02 Jan 2007 02:38:52 +0000 http://magickcanoe.com/blog/2006/12/31/hope-springs-eternal/#comment-20174 A good wish, and a great photo! I wish you and yours all the best in the coming year. A good wish, and a great photo! I wish you and yours all the best in the coming year.

]]> by: Duncan http://magickcanoe.com/blog/2006/12/31/hope-springs-eternal/#comment-20167 Mon, 01 Jan 2007 23:27:23 +0000 http://magickcanoe.com/blog/2006/12/31/hope-springs-eternal/#comment-20167 Bev, it gives you a good feeling to see that they actually took the time and trouble to transplant the cacti instead of just dozing them aside. All the best for the New Year. Bev, it gives you a good feeling to see that they actually took the time and trouble to transplant the cacti instead of just dozing them aside. All the best for the New Year.

]]>