Author Archives: wbgayle

Living in the moment and finding contentment even when life is difficult is santosa, the second niyama. Achieve abundance…focusing not on outcome, but on intentional living.

Transformed… it begins within the soul, a God-shaped place where the Creator dwells…waiting for the heart to invite Christ to enter. As the heart follows the Savior, we become who we are created to be. …transformed.

Kindness among neighbors returning favors and lending a hand in times of need. Friendships spreading across the backyard fence like vines bearing succulent fruit. Be generous…you can never have too much kindness.

Today is a good day. Tomorrow, who knows? Treasure happiness and bright spots to lighten sadness during the dark times. Never lose hope.  Keep the faith, living each moment for there is only today.

You have been weighed, measured and found wanting by a stranger’s eyes in a passing glance. You’ve done nothing to deserve this verdict. First impressions obscure the truth darkening and hiding the wondrous gifts you have. **************************************************************************************** Luke 6:37 “Do not … Continue reading →

Madness erupting from self-obsessed maniacs spreads terror among innocents. Senseless violence accomplishes nothing. There is no justification for extreme enmity concealed by madness. ******************************************** “Life’s but a walking shadow, a poor player That struts and frets his hour upon the … Continue reading →

Silent prayers, prayers without words, enable pure, aware, listening presence with no expectation of a response. Such deep meditation opens our hearts to God’s healing. God will not be silent.

Sorrow lingers for things I have done and cannot undo or promises not kept. The night is long and I weep tears of shame. But joy comes with the morning sun. Each day begins anew clothed in bliss, not sorrow. … Continue reading →