The Tao says that the “mark of a moderate man is freedom from his ideas.”  While as a human I find that impossible, as the mind is indelibly connected to my body while I breathe, I recognize the idea [sic] of being free from the all or nothing convictions some people have about their ideas.  On the other hand, it seems that only those people with complete obsession with their ideas force revolutionary (and necessary) change.

Today I pray to follow the river of my life, steering with the current.  Let me see the rocks before I crash, and if I do crash see it as a glorious adventure.  Remind me to enjoy the calm pools between furious rapids.  Help me to see the whitewater rushing as movement and maneuvering practice.

And please let me raise my eyes to the trees that protect, embrace and breathe for me.  I am a magnificent and holy leaf on the stream.