It Takes a Village.......a Village Makes a World

Sometimes we do not anticipate the amount of support that we will get from others when we pursue our ideas. Going back to a former posting, where I suggested that we often feel separate, making our way in the world fending for ourselves, either unwilling or feeling unable to ask for help. How delighted I was to be approached by my chiropractor and his staff to learn how they could support and promote Trails for Dale.

It is no surprise that Dr. Gary Zetterberg and his office assistants Janine and Sarah would be anxious and enthusiatic to support this journey. For Gary, Janine and Sarah are all people who believe in serving others. They have devoted the chiropractic practice to it, and actively find ways to serve the community and the people in it. Most recent is their drive to get clothing donations for the less fortunate.

And so it is; that our lives here on this planet are about serving others. Unfortunately, too many of us are distracted by the illusions that surround us in the form of material gain. We identify ourselves with objects, like our house, car, clothes, jewelry or other external "thing." These things take us further away from our spiritual essence, that which is driven by love, gratitude, compassion, generosity. If you are looking for abundance, know that the stuff that Joy is made of is infinate in supply!

On behalf of Trails for Dale, I wish to thank Dr. Zetterberg, Janine and Sarah, for believing in me, believing in the Spirit of Trails for Dale and believing in the idea that serving others is the most significant contribution that we can make to our village and to our world. With love and appreciation, Thank you!!!

The Road Ahead...How Far Can You See?

Well, we have mapped our the journey, and in the process discovered the Blue Ridge Parkway. We decided this will be the a great route to venture in to many towns along the way. I so look forward to this journey, and to connect with all the people along the way. Although I have a map, I am uncertain of the terrain. I do not know how steep are the climbs, how winding the roads, how sharp the turns. At any given time I will only be able to see up to the next bend.

Even with the uncertainty, it is enough to see that which is in front of me. It is just like the living of our lives, one moment at a time. All that is required is to be present in that moment. All that is required is to be present on that hill, on that corner, at that turn.

So enjoy the mystery, enjoy the unfolding of it all, one step at a time. Hope to see you along the way!!

The Power of One is in the Oneness

It is certainly important to know that each one of us can make a difference. The truth is that we can. However, what enables us to impact our world both positively and profoundly is not what we do as a single, separate person, but what we do in connection with others. I am so happy and grateful to have had the blessing of this experience with my Aunty Besty in our work together for Trails for Dale. How fortunate am I to have the love and devotion of such a wonderful Being who unconditionally and tirelessly has stepped up to be a part of this vision.

From the beginning, Betsy Burnes McCarthy was there with me to meet with the representatives at the Breast Cancer Research Foundation in New York to get the ball rolling on this project. Betsy has helped create the brochures, business cards, and other necessary details. Most importantly if the fact that Betsy has believed in me and this idea without question, without judgment, without doubt.

So Betsy, please accept my deep gratitude and appreciation, and for teaching me that the power of one comes through the power of the collective Oneness. And it is through that idea that we reach out to all of you, and know that together we will impact our world for peace, for love, for health and happiness.

There is Never Nothing Going On

Sitting in traffic, standing in line, on hold listening to musac?? Wasted time? Absolutely not!! How often have we heard people complain that they are bored, that there is "nothing going on." Well, there is NEVER nothing going on. Just take a look around you. Even looking out the window watching the raindrops fall is something going on. And, if you have ever watched the way raindrops fall, it can be quite an incredible sight.

So what is the point? The point is that our perspective, our decision to see the world around us as "nothing going on," or to open our eyes to see the constant wonderment of all that goes on around us, is a CHOICE.

By choosing to recognize that there is never nothing going on, we choose to create oppurtunity to experience life in the present moment, and gain the benefit of the magical mystery that always surrounds us.

So, have you asked yourself lately, what's going on............Everything!!!

Today is Lois Bienstock's 70th Birthday!!!

April 30, 2008, my mother's 70th Birthday, and we are celebrating!!! My mother is a woman who has inspired so many with her strength, generosity, and loving spirit. Twenty five years ago one could only have hoped that we would be celebrating her 70th birthday today. My mother, like myself, is a breast cancer survivor. Like so many women she has endured the myriad of mammography's, check ups, and nervewracking waiting to know that everything is OK.

Most important is that Lois Bienstock has never stopped focusing on Life. She expresses and experiences gratitude for every day, experience and opportunity. My Mom is also an example of the fact that women can survive breast cancer through medical care and a healthy and loving attitude.

So please join me in celebrating this glorious day, and the fact that IT IS POSSIBLE. Please join Trials for Dale in making that possibility more available for others. With love, gratitude, peace and Joy I give thanks for my wonderful Mother, Lois Bienstock. I love you Mom!!

Full Circle......Go Visit our Web Page at the Breast Cancer Research Foundation

So you have an idea of something you want to do. You can visualize the reality of it as though it already exists. The reason for this is that it does. Trails for Dale is a great example. It started as a glimmer, a feeling, an impulse of something that would inevidably come to be. There are millions of details that have to work out. Did the idea have to be deferred until the details could be worked out? Quite the contrary, the details get worked out because of the existance and holding to the idea.

Here is the example, we started with an idea, and then one thing lead to another. The blog was created. A website was created at the Breast Cancer Research Foundation that links to the blog. And now you can link to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation by going to: http://www.bcrfcure.org/part_comm_gr_trailsfordale.html

Kudos to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation!

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation is an independent not-for-profit organization whose mission is to achieve prevention and a cure for breast cancer in our lifetime by providing critical funding for innovative clinical and genetic research at leading medical centers world-wide. Additionally they seek to increase public awareness about good breast health.

Founded in 1993 by Evelyn Lauder, the BCRF has raised approximately $195 million−35 million of which was raised in 2007 alone. Over 85% of the monies raised by BCRF go to support clinical and genetic research at medical institutions across the globe. They also support the development
of world-wide awareness programs. BCRF funds those individuals conducting the most advanced and promising breast cancer research that will help to lead to prevention and a cure.

In 2007, the BCRF awarded $32 million to 151 researchers across the United Stated, Canada, Europe, Israel and Latin America. Because of the high percentage of monies that go directly to research, the BCRF has received exceptional recognition from several organizations that monitor and provide comprehensive unbiased information on charities. The BCRF derives its funding primarily from corporate partnerships but they also welcome contributions from all those concerned with women’s health. They know that working together we can and will find
a cure for breast cancer in our lifetime.

The BCRF needs your support to help inch closer to the finish line.