I was raised Lutheran. I believe in God. On June 13, 2000 I stopped attending church, it seemed important at the time that I not choose any one religion. A 22 year trip down the rabbit hole and I’ve come full circle. This is my message. You don’t have to take the journey to hell and back. I’ve done it for you. Let me share what I’ve learned.

Let go of ego. When it gets in front of you your road becomes blocked and nothing goes as planned. Be open to obstacles and accept them as learning experiences. Upon awakening, first meditate. Then pray. Meditation calms your heart and mind so they don’t get in the way of hearing and understanding what you need to be praying for.

Pray for intuitive thought, word and deed to the God of your understanding. Bring lots of emotion into your prayers, as if your life depended on it. Pray for Gods light (the God who lives in nature) to shine in and through you (seen or unseen) and that it light up others just by you being near to them. If you can, pray a single word for protection. “LIGHT” and imagine a field of light surrounding you like a tube and filling you up, let it flow outward, as it is a constant.. You can move freely and know that you are protected and loved. Just be – there is no need to talk about this, just show up where you are needed. As dad said, as long as you are of service you are on the right path. He also told me that there was not hope if I did not get counseling. This may be important for you, too.

Go for a morning walk every day. Observe the trees, the wind, the sun, the moon and the rain. Really pay attention to nature. She is watching and measuring us every step of the way. Pay attention to what animals or birds show up during your walk and look up the spiritual meaning. When you are walking, if you see trash, pick it up. Bring a bag with you when you head outside. It’s the little things that count. They all add up.

Listen to the Native Americans, they are very wise. They know that when we align with nature, she provides. The women lead/provide counsel in their culture.

STOP WATCHING THE NEWS! We cannot control the world, only our immediate surroundings and our reaction to situations around us. Do not give energy to the news. Do not pay attention, especially if you are sensitive. Anxiety does not serve us or the planet.

At the beginning of your meditation, set intentions for PEACE, lovingkindness and joy. Repeat this mantra several times before settling into your breath. Even a 3 minute meditation is helpful if you are crunched for time.

Watch the numbers around you to see if you are on the correct path. Ask for intuitive thought in this to see if it makes sense. Sometimes it does not make sense. We are imperfect and the science is not exact, but pay attention. You will know if you are in alignment with God’s will if your day goes smoothly and flows.

The God of my understanding knows me inside and out and knows every thought and deed I’ve had and done since birth and still loves me. I ask for forgiveness every morning and ask for his care and protection and to align my thinking so I can be of better service to others. If you can’t afford an animal, get a fish, some kind of connection to nature. A plant. Be wierd – talk to plants and animals and thank them for for their friendship and oxygen. Thank them for their guidance. Hug trees. Become friends with your favorite tree in the neighborhood.

I’m keeping it simple for everyone. Don’t get hooked up on the details. There is a divine order to the universe and we need to align ourselves with it. It begins with nature and the earth we’ve been given to live on.

Please take the book of Revelations with a grain of salt, as the saying goes. It was written by “John the Elder” and is assumed to be the Apostle John. He was living in a cave on the volcanic island, the Island of Patmos. Volcanic vents contain a combination of water, carbon dioxide and sulfer dioxide. This type of air can cause hallucinations and visions from a lack of oxygen. (sulfer is associated with demons), I do not trust the book of Revelations, it is not accurate, it was brought on by a psychosis. The God of my understanding is in the pure air that we breath that comes from plants and trees. God is breath.

Cook your own meals! Cook it with love and it will be more nutritious naturally. Thank God a simple thank you for this food that nourishes my body before you take your firsts bite.

Bring food to the homeless. You will be called to do this in some fashion. Keep water and non-perishables in your car.

If a song is playing in your head when you awake in the morning, look up the lyrics, there could be meaning there. Or it could be nothing. Again, the science isn’t exact. Nature tries to communicate and music is a universal language. Listen to the lyrics of Fantasy by Earth, Wind and Fire, for example.

It’s not about having what you want, it’s about being grateful for what you have. – Sheryl Crow.

Ask God, your guardian angels, guides, ancestors for their presence, protection and intuitive thought word and deed.

I promise things will get better. For now, just focus on your immediate surroundings, your family, your friends. Do your part.

We will get through this. Be patient with everyone else until we get it correct. If you’re looking for how this works, observe the life of Jimmy Carter. A humble man of service.

My message may fall on deaf ears, but I pray that it be heard around the world. A message I am compelled to write – a public service announcement.