The early settlers and Native American tribes were very spiritual, and along with that they had love in the center of their lives. Love began with a connection to the higher beings in their belief systems, and extended outward to their partners, their children, their parents, their extended family and friends, and their communities. There was no such thing as divorce.

The survival of their people depended upon strong bonds formed among family units beginning with the head of the family, a partnership of love that started the family unit. All descendents learned about love and respect for others and the world around them, and that love carried on outside the family unit to others in the community or tribe.

If a loved one was lost due to illness, sudden death, injury, or old age, all others in the community would rally around with support and love, and they helped any way they could to keep the hurting family going. Many believed that the spirits of deceased loved ones were still present to watch over the family and guide them.

Love, a powerful force that never dies. Love transcends all physical, and it continues on in the spiritual realm. It truly is instrumental in the survival and growth of a people.

Such beautiful thoughts, Cassie. Love is a powerful force that never dies. I think of my loved ones who have walked on Home and the love we have for each other is as strong as ever, it transcends all physical, as you say, and does continue on in the spiritual realm.

When I sit on my patio at night to reflect on the passing day, I often converse with the Great Mother. She is ever near and always knows what is in my heart. That hour in the evening before retiring for the night is a peaceful time for me.

I have recently lost my dear love of only two years, and I miss him so much. It helps me to know that spiritually he is still with me, and that love never dies. We can still love each other even though he is no longer in the physical realm. I do believe that my love for him has deepened since his spirit was set free.

The Great Mother has been of tremendous help to me of late. Like you, I also converse with Her at night. She has eased my pain and has helped me deal with the loss of my sweet boyfriend. She has brought me great comfort, being the loving and caring Mother she is. The Great Mother is happy when Her children are at peace.

Dave has always told us that all we need is already within us. The Mother has always been with us. When we recognize and accept Her into our life, wonderful things begin to happen.

I do believe that, as I have noticed such a difference within myself since I have been communicating with the Great Mother. She is a very compassionate Mother, and She is helping me very much to get through one of the most difficult periods of my life.

I have been working on my spirituality in the past few months, and I have found what Dave says to be true. All we need is already within us. When I go within the answers are there for me. For many years I did not do this and I suffered greatly when life's tough challenges would come my way. Now I go within to find the strength and the answers I need for direction in my life.

Looking within, praying to God, communicating with the Great Earth Mother, interacting with nature, and talking with my family and friends has been what keeps me going and moving forward. There is a lot of love and support from all of these connections.

cassie now the front porch is flooded!

anyone can guess how many posts i need to be back in the top posters?

i mjoking cassie but i mstill not in the top posters after 3 posts.

i m brushing my teeth on thefront porch now.

Why is the Front Porch flooded, my dear Brother? If it was my front porch it may have gotten flooded for sure, because it is pouring rain right now.

So you are brushing your teeth, and you felt it necessary to tell all of us. You are such a clown! Someone once told me I might be able to do some writing with a toothbrush......

I do not know how many posts would put you in the top posters again, but I did not know it was a competition for big numbers around here!

Do your best, Gemineye. What words of wisdom do you have for us today?