Live. Inspired. is a collection of my own creation. It speaks to "how" I have been choosing to live my life each day. A conversation with, and for myself actually. When my true inspirations are attached to that which I intend, I feel the Universe "opening up" to a whole new world of abundance, opportunity, and discovery. And by sharing my inspirations here with you...it makes me feel good too!

Somewhere beyond,
the blue horizon,
there is an island,
waiting for me.

As as I drift closer,
to her shoreline,
I can hear her calling me,
sweet and clear.

Sailors of fortune...
Sailors of pain.
Sailors of destiny...
It's all one in the same.

And each day the dream,
get's more and more exciting,
and it's just as strong,
as I can be.

'Cause mind over matter,
can move mountains,
and sailors find their dreams,
'cause they believe.

Sailors of fortune...
Sailors of pain.
Sailors of destiny,
It's all one in the same.

And somewhere beyond,
the new horizon,
there is an island,
waiting for me.

And as I drift closer and closer,
to her shoreline,
I know I can hear her calling me,
sweet and clear.

Sailors of fortune...
Sailors of pain.
Sailors of destiny,
It's all on in the same.

Shared with gratitude.. C&K

Live. Inspired.

Raymond Paul

Living The Wisdom of The Tao.
Verse 65.

Through the inspirations of my spiritual mentor Dr. Wayne Dyer,
I have undertaken this year, (as he did in 2006), the teachings of the 
eighty-one verses of the "Tao Te Ching." Legend says that the "Tao"
(pronounced "Dao") was written by the prophet "Lao-tzu" some five
hundred years before the birth of Christ. The interpretation of the words
Tao is "The Way" Te is "The Shape and Power" and Ching is "The Book."
It has been called "one of the profoundest books in world philosophy."
For my references I have been studying the interpretations and teachings of
Dr. Dyer from his book "Change Your Thoughts - Change Your Life."
In the spirit of Eagle Eye, here is my inspired (poetic) interpretation of
Verse 65.

Simple.

Learn to keep things Simple,
and nature will lead the way.
Look for extraordinary,
in the Simplest patterns of common and ordinary.

Guide, and be guided,
by admitting you don't know.
There is Simplicity and respect, 
in finding your own way.

Stay Simple and humble,
and allow truth into life.
A symbol of strength lives in instinct,
silence, and nature at work.

For to truly understand, be aware, and to grow,
is to come from that place, within your heart;
that is (totally) free, clear, awake, and....
Simple.

Live. Inspired.

Raymond Paul

Living The Wisdom of The Tao.
Verse 64.

Through the inspirations of my spiritual mentor Dr. Wayne Dyer,
I have undertaken this year, (as he did in 2006), the teachings of the
eighty-one verses of the Tao Te Ching. Legend says that the "Tao"
(pronounced "Dao") was written by the prophet "Lao-tzu" some five
hundred years before the birth of Christ. The interpretation of the words
Tao is "The Way" Te is "The Shape and Power" and Ching is "The Book."
It has been called "one of the profoundest books in world philosophy."
For my references I have been studying the interpretations and teachings of 
Dr. Dyer from his book "Change Your Thoughts - Change Your Life."
In the spirit of Eagle Eye, here is my inspired (poetic) interpretation of 
Verse 64.

Foresight... In the Here and Now.

Act before things exist;
see with Foresight,
and know that it is always,
In the Here and Now.

A building starts with the very first brick;
the job itself (already done),
when the decision is made,
to first begin.

The journey of a thousand miles;
begins with only one step,
attention and care to reach the end,
is only be achieved by seeing a start.

For everything is possible;
right from here,
by being present, awake,
conscious, and looking ahead.

Anticipate and prevent;
before challenges arrive,
Acting before negativity,
and disorder arise.

One step, one moment;
One day at a time.
Scattering the small,
in Foresight...
In the Here and Now.

Live. Inspired.

Raymond Paul

Living The Wisdom of The Tao.
Verse 63. 

Through the inspirations of my spiritual mentor Dr. Wayne Dyer,
I have undertaken this year, (as he did in 2006), the teachings of the
eighty-one verses of the "Tao Te Ching." Legend says that the "Tao"
(pronounced "Dao") was written by the prophet "Lao-tzu" some five
hundred years before the birth of Christ. The interpretation of the words
Tao is "The Shape and Power" Te is "The Way" and Ching is "The Book."
It has been called "one of the profoundest books in world philosophy."
For my references I have been studying the interpretations and teachings of
Dr. Dyer from his book "Change Your Thoughts - Change Your Life."
In the spirit of Eagle Eye, here is my inspired (poetic) interpretation of
Verse 63.

Less is More.

Less is more,
when dealing with the difficulties in,
"Your Life."

See the value,
in the little things, 
and accomplish more, by doing less.

Keep things simple,
by taking on "Your Challenges,"
while they are still small.

Do not try so hard,
and see the difference, 
as you realize more, by doing less.

Stay in the present,
reduce "Your stress and worry," 
for in this moment...less is more.

Keep things close, and small,
and know that all is manageable,
by shifting to less, and experiencing more.

Change "Your view" of the bigger picture,
and see only what is in front of you today.
Less in this moment... means more in the future.

By staying in the now, and keeping it simple,
comes the biggest rewards.....
Your own belief, and understanding,
that Less,
is "always"...
More.

Live. Inspired.

Raymond Paul

Living the Wisdom of The Tao
Verse 62.

Through the inspirations of my spiritual mentor Dr. Wayne Dyer,
I have undertaken this year, (as he did in 2006), the teachings of the
eighty-one verses of the "Tao Te Ching." Legend says that the "Tao"
(pronounced "Dao") was written by the prophet "Lao-tzu" some five
hundred years before the birth of Christ. The interpretation of the words
Tao is "The Way" Te is "The Shape and Power" and Ching is "The Book."
It has been called "one of the profoundest books in world philosophy."
For my references I have been studying the interpretations and teachings of
Dr. Dyer from his book "Change Your Thoughts - Change Your Life." 
In the spirit of Eagle Eye, here is my inspired (poetic) interpretation of
Verse 62.  

"The Treasure House"

Open the doors,
to that special place...
Your very own,
"Treasure House."
And see all,
that is right,
and good;
in Yourself,
and in others.

A quiet place,
accessed only in the depths of
Your quiet mind.
Here;
housed beautifully in
"Your imagination,"
lies the secret to peace,
and contentment in
"Your World."

Go there regularly,
whenever you need to,
and take refuge,
in times of hurt, disappointment,
and sadness;
and know,
"Your beautiful self,"
in forgiveness, kindness, and only...
Love.

Reconnect, and allow
Yourself in,
to that place of light,
trust, and belief...
and see it's doors opening,
to a most beautiful,
and sacred space,
where there is no place,
for judgement, fear, anxiety, or angst.

Elevate, Your spirit in,
"Your Treasure House,"
and take comfort in,
Your knowing,
that it is always available,
in that perfect space,
within the quiet and meditative mind:
of Your very own...
"Treasure House.

Live. Inspired.

Raymond Paul

Live. Inspired. is a collection of my own creation. It speaks to "how" I have been choosing to live my life each day. A conversation with, and for myself actually. When my true inspirations are attached to that which I intend, I feel the Universe "opening up" to a whole new world of abundance, opportunity, and discovery. And by sharing my inspirations here with you...it makes me feel good too!

What is the Fix?

What is the fix,
for this fix I am in.
Being stronger, and better, 
and extending my chin!

Perhaps I'm expecting, 
just a little too much.
Beating myself up,
and hurting... and such. 

My mistakes have been many,
for that I'm not proud.
But forgiveness is love,
and I'll shout that out loud!

Sometimes it's hard, 
all the "lost"... and the ache.
There even are days,
where it's all I can take.

I know I'm not perfect,
most certainly not.
But when the season is right,
I'll give it all that I've got!

I know that I'm blessed,
in so many ways.
So for now (in this moment),
my heart (peacefully) stays.

I know that the good stuff,
is well on it's way.
I look forward to it's arrival,
more and more each day.

So what is the answer,
to this fix that I am in?
It's patience and trust,
'til I'm ready to begin!

Raymond Paul

                 My Prayer of Love and Forgiveness

                               Give me strength
                                       when I feel loss, 
                                   sadness, and uncertainty.
                                      Allow me to search
                                         within my heart,
                             and know the light of forgiveness,
                                            for myself,
                                         and for others;
                           for our hearts do not mean to harm.

                                          Forgive me
                                         when I falter,
                                       fall, or disappoint.
                              And nurture me with only peace,
                                  calm, and understanding.
                                          Release me
                              from the burdens of my mistakes,
                                          and free me
                              from the depths of my despair.

                                           Let me see
                                       and experience,
                            only the joy, beauty, and kindness
                                 in everyone, and every thing;
                                   for this life...."my life,"
                                          is very short;
                                  And there is only time
                               for this precious "gift" of life,
                                           and love...
                                              and
                                         Forgiveness.

     This is from my heart......
     And resonates (now) as well..... in recognition of Craig Windt's life.
     Husband, father, neighbour and friend.
     Another life, called....(seemingly).... far too soon.
     We are grateful for the gift of "your" life.
     May your body rest in peace....
     And your spirit grow and thrive...
     as you continue on your journey.

Raymond Paul          

Living The Wisdom of The Tao.
Verse 61.

Through the inspirations of my spiritual mentor Dr. Wayne Dyer,
I have undertaken this year, (as he did in 2006), the teachings of the 
eighty-one verses of the "Tao Te Ching." Legend says that the "Tao"
(pronounced "Dao") was written by the prophet "Lao-tzu" some five
hundred years before the birth of Christ. The interpretation of the words
Tao is "The Way" Te is "The Shape and Power" and Ching is "The Book."
It has been called "one of the profoundest books in world philosophy."
For my references I have been studying the interpretations and teachings of
Dr. Dyer from his book "Change Your Thoughts - Change Your Life."
In the spirit of Eagle Eye, here is my inspired (poetic) interpretation of 
Verse 61.

                "Remain Low"

                     Stoop,
                             and
                       -remain low-
                 like the mighty ocean,
                        powerful
                             and
                             free.

                     Quietly observe,
                              and
                         -remain low-
                     feeling the energy,
                         of humility, 
                         and stillness 
                            within.

                          Stay calm,
                              and
                         -remain low-
                     sense the strength,
   like the water that simply flows "downstream"
                              and
                           settles in.

                          Be patient,
                               and
                         -remain low-
                         lean into life,
                 forever trusting, believing,
                                and
                        Remaining Low.

Live. Inspired.

Raymond Paul                           

Living The Wisdom of the Tao.
Verse 60.

Through the inspirations of my spiritual mentor Dr. Wayne Dyer,
I have undertaken this year, (as he did in 2006), the teachings of the
eighty-one verses of the "Tao Te Ching." Legend says that the "Tao"
(pronounced "Dao") was written by the prophet "Lao-tzu" some five
hundred years before the birth of Christ. The interpretations of the words
Tao is "The Way" Te is "The Shape and Power" and Ching is "The Book."
It has been called "one of the profoundest books in world philosophy."
For my references I have been studying the interpretations and teachings of
Dr. Dyer from his book "Change Your Thoughts - Change Your Life."
In the spirit of Eagle Eye, here is my inspired (poetic) interpretation of
Verse 60.

                       Without Evil.

                             Choose
                                 to
                               Live,
                             with no 
                             thoughts,
                              words,
                                 or
                              actions;
                                 of
                                Evil
                                 in,
                           your world...
                             Immune
                                 to     
                              hatred,
                                and
                           Without Evil.

                              Remain
                                 free
                                  of
                               feelings
                                  of
                           defensiveness,
                             negativity,
                                  or
                           wrong doing;
                                 and
                              only be,
                           from a place,
                                  of
                                 love,
                             awareness,
                                  and
                                 light...
                            Without Evil.

                                Change
                               your view,
                                     of
                                   hurt
                                     or
                                   harm,
                                    and
                                  replace
                                judgement;
                                with simple
                                  acts of,
                                 kindness,
                                compassion,
                                     and
                                cooperation...
                               Without Evil.

                                    Stay
                                  centred,
                                  inwardly;
                                      in
                                  balance,
                                    and in
                                  harmony,
                                     with
                               all your heart
                                      and
                                     soul.
                                     Live
                                     only,
                              with all the love,
                                   respect,
                                     and
                           pure consciousness;
                                    that exits,
                                   from deep
                                     within...
                                 Without Evil.

Live. Inspired.

Raymond Paul

Live. Inspired. is a collection of my own creation. It speaks to "how" I have been choosing to live my life each day. A conversation with, and for myself actually. When my true inspirations are attached to that which I intend, I feel the Universe "opening up" to a whole new world of abundance, opportunity, and discovery. And by sharing my inspirations here with you...it makes me feel good too!

Live. Chicago. Inspired.

So very blessed, and fortunate to see one of my all
time favourite rock (and soul) bands Chicago, live
(outdoors) here in beautiful Maui. The concert was
held at the Maui Arts and Cultural Centre... very intimate,
and the boys can still bring it!.... LOVE those horns!!
While they all may be getting a little older, their incredible
music never does!
So many wonderful memories, on a perfect Hawaiian night.
A little lonely... but at least I didn't embarrass anyone, other
than myself, with my singing at the top of my lungs, and
dancing in the aisles. Below is a youtube version of one
of my all-time favourites... Aloha!

Live. Inspired.

Raymond Paul

Live. Inspired. is a collection of my own creation. It speaks to "how" I have been choosing to live my life each day. A conversation with, and for myself actually. When my true inspirations are attached to that which I intend, I feel the Universe "opening up" to a whole new world of abundance, opportunity, and discovery. And by sharing my inspirations here with you...it makes me feel good too!

Live. The Law of Choices. Inspired.

                  We are both burdened and blessed by
                    the great responsibility of free will-
                               the power of choice.
                  Our future is determined, in large part,
                         by the choices we make now.
             We cannot always control our circumstances,
                          but we can and do choose
                       our response to whatever arises.
                       Reclaiming the power of choice,
                                we find the courage
                              to live fully in the world.

This very powerful and meaningful message is shared,
by "choice" and in gratitude from the book "The Laws of Spirit,"
by Dan Millman.

Live. Inspired.

Raymond Paul

Living The Wisdom of The Tao.
Verse 59.

Through the inspirations of my spiritual mentor Dr. Wayne Dyer,
I have undertaken this year, (as he did in 2006), the teachings of the 
eighty-one verses of the "Tao Te Ching." Legend says that the "Tao"
(pronounced "Dao") was written by the prophet "Lao-tzu" some five 
hundred years before the birth of Christ. The interpretation of the words
Tao is "The Way" Te is "the Shape and Power" and Ching is "The Book."
It has been called "one of the profoundest books in world philosophy."
For my references I have been studying the interpretations and teachings of
Dr. Dyer from his book "Change Your Thoughts - Change Your Life."
In the spirit of Eagle Eye, here is my inspired (poetic) interpretation of
Verse 59.

                       Moderation

                  Serve yourself,
                             and Nature
                                 with
                               respect,
                             self-control,
                                 thrift
                                  and
                             Moderation.

                             Give away,
                                 ideals,
                              the wants
                              and needs,
                                  and
                              live simply
                             in happiness,
                                  and
                              Moderation.

                            Gather virtue,
                          where everything
                                    is
                               possible,
                                   and
                                believe,
                              in the secret,
                                 that is,
                                 healthy
                               Moderation.

                               Harmony,
                                   and
                                balance 
                                abound,
                                   and
                                   the
                                  only, 
                              clear result,
                                    of
                              conscious
                             Moderation.

                                Know,
                               no limits,
                              give away
                                 more,
                             and interfere
                                   less,
                                  when
                                  living,
                                believing,
                                    and
                                 trusting,
                                in the true
                                   spirit,
                                     of
                                  joyful
                               Moderation.

Live. Inspired.

Raymond Paul

Living The Wisdom of The Tao.
Verse 58.

Through the inspirations of my spiritual mentor Dr. Wayne Dyer,
I have undertaken this year, (as he did in 2006), the teachings of the
eighty-one verses of the "Tao Te Ching." Legend says that the "Tao"
(pronounced "Dao") was written by the prophet "Lao-tzu" some five
hundred years before the birth of Christ. The interpretation of the words
Tao is "The Way" Te is "The Shape and Power" and Ching is "The Book."
It has been called "one of the profoundest books in world philosophy."
For my references I have been studying the interpretations and teachings of
Dr. Dyer from his book "Change Your Thoughts - Change Your Life."
In the spirit of Eagle Eye, here is my inspired (poetic) interpretation of
Verse 58.  


                          Untroubled

                      Untroubled,
                                the heart
                           that simply knows;
                                content,
                              and stable
                                it  purely
                                 flows.

                               Untroubled,
                                 the world
                          becomes totally clear;
                                 wholeness
                                   replaces
                               all doubt and
                                      fear.

                                Untroubled,
                                  the fortunes
                             both bad and good;
                                    reveals
                                the paradox
                                  of life as it
                                    should.

                                  Untroubled,
                                   the master
                            lives honest and true;
                                     leans in
                                      on life
                             as the right thing to
                                          do.
                                 "Untroubled."

Live. Inspired.

Raymond Paul           

Live. Inspired. is a collection of my own creation. It speaks to "how" I have been choosing to live my life each day. A conversation with, and for myself actually. When my true inspirations are attached to that which I intend, I feel the Universe "opening up" to a whole new world of abundance, opportunity, and discovery. And by sharing my inspirations here with you...it makes me feel good too!

Live. The Law of Action. Inspired.

            "No matter what we feel or know,
       no matter what our potential gifts or talents,
               only actions bring them to life.
             Many of us understand concepts,
        such as commitment, courage, and love,
      but we truly know only when we can do.
                 Doing leads to understanding,
       and action turns knowledge into wisdom."

                     You can't cross the sea
               merely by staring at the water.
                     -Rabindranath Tagore

"It takes more than dreams and good intentions to live
in this world; it takes action.
This world is a realm of energy and action; no matter
what you know or who you are - no matter how many
books you have read or what your talents - only actions
bring potential to life.
It's easy to speak about commitment, courage, and love,
but doing is understanding, and wisdom grows out of practice.
Taking action has never been easy in this world; forces of
doubt and inertia are everywhere, even within our mind
and body. Turning ideas into action requires energy, sacrifice,
courage, and heart, because to act is to risk.
The Law of Action delivers the same message again and again:
It's better to do what is best than not do it and have a good excuse.
All living beings act, but most people react - and only when
compelled by pain or fear.
The Law of Action teaches us to overcome both inertia and
impatience by acting out of courage, clear intention, and commitment."

This timely and powerful lesson has been taught to me now...
(when the student is ready the teacher appears)....
from the book "The Laws of Spirit" by Dan Millman.

Live. Inspired.

Raymond Paul