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. My Heart. Inspired.

How do I choose to Live. Today.
How am I going to feel My Heart. Today.
How will I be Inspired. Today.

The following is borrowed, (and shared) in gratitude,
from the book "The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success"
by Deepak Chopra. This particular quote comes from
Chapter 3, "The Law of Karma... or Cause and Effect."
It bears significant meaning, and resonates very deeply
with me at this important juncture in My Life. I share this,
with great appreciation, and resonance, for it's truth,
inspiration, and deeply important message.

"In every moment, we have access to an infinity of choices.
Put your attention on your Heart, and ask your Heart what to do.
Then pay attention to how you feel. You will know the answer
is right because it will (feel) right, without any lingering doubts.
The Heart knows the correct answer because it taps into the field
of pure potentiality, and takes everything into account. The Heart 
is intuitive and holistic; and though the answer may not seem
rational, the Heart is far more accurate than anything within the
realm of rational thought."

Live. Inspired.

Ray 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. Subaru. Inspired.

Today's post is inspired in gratitude for the incredible
last four days spent with my Subaru family in Niagra Falls.
As this was meant to be my last meeting as a Subaru dealer,
I was filled with many mixed emotions. Originally not 
intending on going,  I was convinced by family and friends
to go ahead and attend, and (now)... am so very grateful that I did.


I feel that there are so many people that I need to thank, so many
wonderful memories, so many incredible milestones, and (most importantly)
so many beautiful friendships, that I will cherish for my lifetime.
I would especially like to recognize, and thank, Don Durst, Rene
Defrucia, and Dave Park for everything that they have done for me...
For their ongoing trust, friendship, and support over these many years.
These are (all) fine gentleman, of whom I have the utmost of respect,
and will always hold in the highest regard.


I would also like to express my humblest gratitude to all the dealers, 
from coast to coast, for all of your support, and say to each one of you...
from the bottom of my heart, how deeply touched I was by the
incredible outpouring of love and support you gave me, as I departed this,
my last meeting... I will never forget Michael Croxon's beautiful words,
and the tremendous ovation that you all gave me. I am so very blessed...
and so very grateful to all of you... Thank you... again... it meant so much.
I would also like to thank Dayna and Dean, for (literally) being on this flight
with me this past week... It was a pleasure to get to know you, and I am so
very grateful that you were there with me for this very special time.

It has been an amazing ride, but I know, (and am at peace) with my decision
to move on. I know in my heart that this is not goodbye, simply the beginning
of a new, and exciting chapter in my life. I know that the time has come for me
to stop the "human doing" .... and become the "human being" that I am destined
to become. Time will tell where simply "being" will lead me, but I am confident
that the universe has something wonderful.... with some amazing things in store...

I would like to leave you (now) with the same message that I have always said....
Success is not always measured by "what" we do...
But (more importantly) by "HOW" we do it.
We (Subaru) are a family... of that there is no doubt...
We must always remember to support, listen, and take care of one other...
For if we lead.... (always) from our heart....and stay passionate to what it is
that we truly "believe," then we will "all-ways" be.... on the right course!"

I wish everyone the very best of health, success, and happiness....
Live... with joy in your heart.... and in your life....
My sincerest thanks..... and best wishes to you all...
Until we meet again.....

Live. Inspired.

Ray 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. A Peaceful Warrior. Inspired.

The source of inspiration for this post comes from an excerpt
from the book "The Way of the Peaceful Warrior" by Dan Millman.

"There is no need to search;
achievement leads to nowhere.
It makes no difference at all,
so just be happy now!
Love is the only reality of the world,
because it is all One, you see.
And the only laws are paradox, humour, and change.
There is no problem, never was, and never will be.
Release your struggle, let go of your mind,
throw away your concerns, and relax into the world.
No need to resist life:
just do your best.
Open your eyes, and see.....
that you are far more than you imagine.
You are the world, you are the universe;
you are yourself, and everyone else, too!
It's all the marvelous Play....
of the God within You."

Live. Inspired.

Ray 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. Child-like. Inspired.


Today's sharing of my Live. Inspired. comes with
gratitude and thanks to my little niece Amber and 
nephew Riley Robertson. I have enjoyed every minute
of my time with them during this week's cruise for my 
Mother's 80th birthday. Their sheer energy, passion and 
exuberance for life, has been totally inspiring to me. 
Thank you Amber and Riley, for all the smiles, laughter,
and beautiful moments... I love you.... 
Uncle Paul


How do I choose to Live. Today.
How am I going to be Child-like. Today.
How am I going to be Inspired. Today.


See the innocence,
that is Living, 
Childlike,
in Life.
Bewildered, playful, 
a complete sense of awe...
where everything is simply,
beautiful, anew, 
and filled with joy, enthusiasm,
love, and faith.
To Live this way,
is to experience,
and trust in Life,
as you would as a Child.
Discover the world,
and everything in it,
through Child-like eyes.
Know everything,
in Life "again"
for the very first time.
Feel the joy that is,
fearless, content,
and free of any,
and all judgement.
Appreciate the small things,
as Childlike,
where all wonder is generated,
from simply "being"
your Child within.
Trust that everything is,
exactly as it should be,
right here... in this precise moment.
Embrace Life,
and everything in it,
as perfect...
Take time to laugh,
and giggle at yourself....
just as a Child views Life,
through twinkling, and curious eyes.
Believe, just as the Child does,
at what is real to you in your heart.
Imagine, like a Child,
that anything is possible,
where all dreams, wishes,
and desires can come true,
if you can imagine it first.
Live.
the bliss that is,
the open-mind of a beautiful Child.
Be Inspired.
by the contagious energy,
that is shared by every living thing,
when you Live, every day,
Child-like;
in your heart.

Live. Inspired.

Ray Paul

Living The Wisdom of The Tao.
Verse 52

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 52.

                     Returning to the Beginning


                Seeing everything small is clarity,
                                            when
                             returning to the beginning.
                      Being in touch with who you truly are,
              is the beauty (of dreams) that you see in every star.

                  Flexible the strength filled with radiant light,
                                             when
                               returning to the beginning.
                    Where all creations are birthed, and emerge,
                        not seen, nor felt, in it's silent surge.

                   From the constant invisible which sustains all things,
                                              when
                                returning to the beginning.
            It remains, unavailable, and mysterious, to our every sense,
                       the peaceful witness to a present tense.

                        No-thing is separate from Mother Earth
                                              when
                                 returning to the beginning.
                        Every-thing a one, in silence, and in awe,
          to all that is eternal, and perfect... an existence without flaw.
                                           

                            Like hearing... without listening.
                               saying... without speaking.
                               seeing... without looking.
                                                 or
                              knowing... without thinking.
                                   You can never truly be
                                              Living,
                                     without a conscious,
                                  returning to the beginning.

Live. Inspired.

Ray Paul            

Happy Mother's Day

Happy Mother's Day to all of the Mother's
of the world. We celebrate your greatest gift...
the gift of life... and are grateful for your 
unconditional love and support of our lives.
In honour of your special day I offer my own
inspired (poetic) words with love and respect
from my heart.


                            Mother


         We are grateful to you Mother,
            your love so pure, and like no other.
       Your courage, beauty, and sense of strength,
            a commitment to go to any length.


             You pick us up when we fall,
         straighten our backs so we stand tall.
           Hold our hand when we live in fear,
             and tenderly dab a fallen tear.


              You Mother, are beauty defined,
       turn what is wrong into something refined.
             The power to weather any storm,
        Your arms reach out and keep us warm.

           For you Mother, in your humble grace,
   show us meaning, purpose, and our rightful place.
            With kind words, you gently teach,
        and nothing we feel, is beyond our reach.

             I love you Mom... with all my heart;
             it's been that way from the very start.
               For without you, there is no me,
         and for that I am appreciative as I can be.

            Thank you Mom... Have a great day!

Love. Inspired.

Ray Paul

Living The  Wisdom of The Tao
Verse 51

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 51.


                          The Hidden Virtue


                       Unconscious, perfect, and free...
                               the hidden virtue.     
                Honour, and value, it always gives, without asking.
            A quiet knowing, of what is pure, true, and meant to be. 


                Nourishing, nurturing, it shelters and protects...
                                the hidden virtue.
               Does not posses, only grows, knows and fosters,
              always produces, yet never needs, wants or expects.


                   Spontaneous, and responsible in every choice...
                                 the hidden virtue.
                     Allows, expands, in all that it creates, 
               is free, and perfect... a oneness with the inner voice.


                               Like a true love surreal...
                                  the hidden virtue.
                       is the gift, of strength, trust and patience,
              the power of belief, together, with everything you feel.


                     Safe, and complete, in the beautiful Way...
                                 the hidden virtue.
           that lies in all of us....when we simply let go, trust and believe, 
                      in what we know today... and every day;
                             the beauty that is the gift of
                                  the hidden virtue.


Live. Inspired.


Ray Paul