Day 33 Of The Season For Nonviolence: "Acknowledgment"

Greetings, family!

Today is Tuesday, March 3, Day 33 of the Season for Nonviolence. The thought for today is ACKNOWLEDGMENT.

Acknowledgment helps us see the oneness of all life, that we are part of a greater purpose, and by doing so, elevate our awareness of nonviolence. When I acknowledge someone, how could I possibly do harm toward them? When I tell someone what a difference he or she has made in my life and acknowledge that person for being there for me, I am affirming our connectedness.

"Acknowledge"
1. a. To admit the existence, reality, or truth of.
 b. To recognize as being valid or having force or power.
2. a. To express recognition of: acknowledge a friend's smile.
 b. To express thanks or gratitude for. "
-The American Heritage® Dictionary


Today: In each of the four meanings quoted above, I will take time to acknowledge each person I meet or see today - including myself - in the spirit of ahimsa and forgiveness. I will take time today to acknowledge the realm of nature, the community of life on Earth, and the Earth itself.

FAMILY OF LOVE (Janis Kelly @ 2007)

You are strong, you are steadfast, you are loved;
You are kind, you are confident, you are loved;
You are wise, you are wonderful, you are loved;
You are pure, you are powerful;
And you are part--

Of the family of Love! Of the family of Love!

Family of Love, family of Love;
We all belong to the family of Love.

I am so glad;
I’ve been touched by Love’s own hand.
I’ve been cleansed by Love’s spirit;
Healed by Its light.

I am so glad;
I am part of Love's great plan.
To unite all God's children;
To live as one.

(Well I may not know)
What my tomorrow brings
(But I know it’s finally time)
To heed the call
(Time to love your neighbor)
Just as you love yourself
(And to recognize that God--)
Made us all!

We’re the family of Love! We’re the family of Love!

Family of Love, family of Love; we all belong to the family of Love!

The family of Love!

Peace, blessings & brilliance,

Janis
www.janis-kelly.com