
Go Outside and Play!
“Go outside and play!” said God.
“I have given you Universes
as fields to run free in!
And here—take this and wrap yourself in it—It’s called:
LOVE
and It will always, always keep you warm.
And stars! The sun and the moon and the stars!
Look upon these often, for they will remind you
of your own light!
And eyes…oh, gaze into the eyes of every Lover.
Gaze into the eyes of every other
for they have given you their Universes
as fields to run free in.
There.
I have given you everything you need.
Now go, go, go outside and play!”
‘Go Outside and Play’ © 2007 Em Claire
“I have given you Universes
as fields to run free in!
And here—take this and wrap yourself in it—It’s called:
LOVE
and It will always, always keep you warm.
And stars! The sun and the moon and the stars!
Look upon these often, for they will remind you
of your own light!
And eyes…oh, gaze into the eyes of every Lover.
Gaze into the eyes of every other
for they have given you their Universes
as fields to run free in.
There.
I have given you everything you need.
Now go, go, go outside and play!”
‘Go Outside and Play’ © 2007 Em Claire
Mountain Top Guest Book
Thursday, March 26, 2009
THE KING!...FISHER...

OK OK, I know its not the greatest photo in the world but I was sitting in the middle of the road hanging out the window of my vehicle and had only a few seconds before he does what he always does when its picture time, he takes off!!!
Long-time symbol of peace and prosperity.. If a Kingfisher enters your life, your will have new sunshine and prosperity unfolding within your life. You may find yourself with a new opportunity and like the Kingfisher when she dives in the water for food, you may feel that you want to take a dive and see what happens...
In Greek mythology. a woman by the name of Halcyone married Ceyx. Shortly after their wedding, Ceyx had to make a voyage. During which there was a great storm and Ceyx drowned. Halcyone walked the shores of the beaches longing for her husband. Then one day his body washed up on the shore. Halcyone was so grieved that she threw herself into the ocean. The gods were so moved by her love for Ceyx that she and her husband were given new life as Kingfishers.
They rose out of the ocean and flew off happily into the blue skies. It was declared the seas would be calm and the sun would shine for seven days before and seven days after the shortest day of the year. This time came to beknown as the Halcyon days. Today, all sunlit days upon the water are considered Halcyon days.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Narcissus...

Daffodils (narcissi) are a flower of folklore that can predict your luck for the coming year...If the first daffodil of the year is seen with its hanging head turned away from you, you will have a year of good luck! Also, if you are in the business of ducks and geese and you have eggs to hatch, don't bring the daffodils into the house or you will have no luck in the coming years. Wonder if that goes for bad luck, too?
The fragrance of the daffoldil has been used as a relaxant. It is expecially helpful for folks who have trouble winding down brain activity at the end of the day. So for a relaxing evening, go pick some of those daffodils and fill your home with the calming aroma of the daffodil. Aroma therapy at its finest!
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Saturday, March 7, 2009
A MOUNTAIN SUNSET...
Each setting sun marks a Rite of Passage. This is the time when day passes the Sacred Pipe to the night. The twilight marks a sudden stillness that shows Mother Nature holding her breath, waiting to exhale the Sacred Pipe's smoke. The hushed silence signals the time for each of us to return thanks for the things we have been able to accomplish, the opportunities we have grasped and the lessons we have learned.Children of Earth,
You have grown during this passing Sun.
You have successfully moved through this day's Rite of Passage
Rejoice!
And may you never be the same again.
~Jamie Sams
"Earth Medicine"
Monday, March 2, 2009
Sunday, March 1, 2009
A BIRD OF ANCIENT TIMES...

PILEATED WOODPECKER

A Woodpecker was sitting high in a tree enjoying a piece of honeycomb. He noticed a toad sitting at the base of the tree looking at the honeycomb wistfully. The woodpecker called down, "Would you like some honeycomb?" and the toad nodded his head eagerly. With this the woodpecker lowered a small basket down for the toad and pulled him up. But just as the toad reached the honeycomb, the woodpecker let go of the basket and the toad landed with a thud on the ground. The little toad was furious at this trickery and began to drink. Soon he had drunk up all the rivers and lakes in the country and there was a severe drought everywhere. The little toad was so happy at his revenge that he began to dance and as he danced, water began to pour out of his body until finally the drought was over. And the moral to this story is...
Thursday, February 26, 2009
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Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Monday, February 16, 2009
FOR YOUR LISTENING PLEASURE...
Meet Rebekah Weiler, "the old-time banjo gal of Tennessee." A Nashville native, she plays with Delmer Holland and the Blue Creek Ramblers. She is the Champion of the Kentucky Old-time Banjo Competition and has finished as a finalist in Galax and Clifftop. She is finishing up her senior year at Middle Tenn. State Univ. as a history major.
She uses the Frailing style to play the banjo and she is dynamite. Enjoy!
She uses the Frailing style to play the banjo and she is dynamite. Enjoy!
Saturday, February 14, 2009
WISDOM OF THE DAY...
The more he saw the less he spoke,
The less he spoke, the more he heard,
Why can't we all be like that wise old bird?
~anonymous
~anonymous
In the days of King Arthur, the King's magician, Merlin always carried an owl on his shoulder. It was during these days that the owl came to be a symbol for wisdom since Kings often turned to their magicians to help them solve problems. The owl was also seen as a symbol of learning and intelligence during the days of King Arthur. So invite owls into your life and you, too can be wise!
Monday, February 9, 2009
Saturday, February 7, 2009
BIRD OF TRUTH...

Cherokee legend is that the Chickadee helped the tribe to kill an evil spirit by landing on the most vulnerable place on the spirit, helping to pinpoint the truth and providing the knowledge the tribe needed.
A member of the Titmouse family...meaning small bird...the Chickadee seems to represent the good side of we humans...
~If a chickadee perches near your house, an old friend is returning.
~A chickadee chirping enthusiastically means good weather.
~If a chickadee is hanging upside-down, good news is on the way.

The Applachians are blessed with many Carolina Chickadees. They frequent bird feeders regularly, but if you want a photo, act quickly, they are fast, feisty, and full of themselves. Here are two I was able to get this year.
Monday, February 2, 2009
Sunday, February 1, 2009
IT HAS BEEN A...
gorgeous day in the mountains of East Tenneessee. Temps. right around 60 degrees, and sunshine from daylight till sunset. Not a cloud to be seen, providing unfettered viewing of the rich, blue skies. Just enough "spring-like" to lift our spirits before winter returns tomorrow! By the way, is Groundhog Day tomorrow, or was it today?
Out for her own day in the sun, a hawk (broadwinged or red-tailed) blends in very well with her surroundings. Had I not seen her fly to the tree, I don't think I would have ever seen her. I think she is making her home just down the creek from our home. We are happy to have her.
Out for her own day in the sun, a hawk (broadwinged or red-tailed) blends in very well with her surroundings. Had I not seen her fly to the tree, I don't think I would have ever seen her. I think she is making her home just down the creek from our home. We are happy to have her.
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