03-10-2011, 11:50 PM
I would just like to introduce myself and let others know a bit about me.
I can't say if I am a wanderer or not... I think a "journeyman" would be a better term for me.
As with many others here, I have had a passion for truth and answers to questions since I was a small child.
One of my earliest memories was playing with my blocks on the kitchen floor as my parents listened to a Jehovah's Witness speak about God and their philosophy. The one thing that stood out as I eve-dropped on their conversation was that saying the "Pledge of Allegiance" was not something the JWs did. That we should only give allegiance to God. So the next day I told my Kindergarten teacher I would no longer say the "Pledge" and told her my reasoning. To her credit, she allowed me not to say the pledge and during parent teacher conferences told my parents who were quite surprised with my making such a decision and that I was paying attention to their discussions.
So began this life's journey. I could tell you about countless experiences that shaped the person I am today... nearly 50 years later. But I won't bore you with details. Just know that I realize I am a Being of Light.
Coming to understand that was a challenge in its self. But I have and also realize that I chose to be here with those close to me. I have two wonderful daughters in their early 20s and a wonderful wife and soulmate of 28 years. (in this life) We have shared others of course.
A life changing book I once read..."The Mustard Seed" by Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh. An incredible book that took me 9 months to read because I would literally shake as I read his words. He shattered every belief I had about who I was and how I fit in this world.
That book lead me to read his books exclusively for the next 5 years. He truly is someone that I am proud to say helped me break away from the chains of dogma and isms. My parents set the stage for me as true seekers of truth and knowledge... Osho as he named himself in later years, took me to a different level of awareness about me and my fellow humans.
Now as I enter my final few decades... I hope to continue in my evolution of my soul. What that is .. I am not sure. However, I am here. There is a reason for that I am sure. "Water seeks it's own level" ... so hopefully I have found a pond to rest in and contemplate. After reading some of the other posts... I know I will find what I am seeking.
Peace to All and I look forward to getting to know you.
Peaceful
I can't say if I am a wanderer or not... I think a "journeyman" would be a better term for me.
As with many others here, I have had a passion for truth and answers to questions since I was a small child.
One of my earliest memories was playing with my blocks on the kitchen floor as my parents listened to a Jehovah's Witness speak about God and their philosophy. The one thing that stood out as I eve-dropped on their conversation was that saying the "Pledge of Allegiance" was not something the JWs did. That we should only give allegiance to God. So the next day I told my Kindergarten teacher I would no longer say the "Pledge" and told her my reasoning. To her credit, she allowed me not to say the pledge and during parent teacher conferences told my parents who were quite surprised with my making such a decision and that I was paying attention to their discussions.
So began this life's journey. I could tell you about countless experiences that shaped the person I am today... nearly 50 years later. But I won't bore you with details. Just know that I realize I am a Being of Light.
Coming to understand that was a challenge in its self. But I have and also realize that I chose to be here with those close to me. I have two wonderful daughters in their early 20s and a wonderful wife and soulmate of 28 years. (in this life) We have shared others of course.
A life changing book I once read..."The Mustard Seed" by Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh. An incredible book that took me 9 months to read because I would literally shake as I read his words. He shattered every belief I had about who I was and how I fit in this world.
That book lead me to read his books exclusively for the next 5 years. He truly is someone that I am proud to say helped me break away from the chains of dogma and isms. My parents set the stage for me as true seekers of truth and knowledge... Osho as he named himself in later years, took me to a different level of awareness about me and my fellow humans.
Now as I enter my final few decades... I hope to continue in my evolution of my soul. What that is .. I am not sure. However, I am here. There is a reason for that I am sure. "Water seeks it's own level" ... so hopefully I have found a pond to rest in and contemplate. After reading some of the other posts... I know I will find what I am seeking.
Peace to All and I look forward to getting to know you.
Peaceful
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