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First Day of Autumn

Today is officially the first day of autumn - so Fall is now in our midst.  There's been a lot of events around peace and sustainability this week, so I thought we should start today's post with the following quote: -- Quote of the Day --   “ Each country can achieve abundance without sacrificing the abundance of other nations. Each ethnic group can achieve abundance without taking from others. … People of all faith can live a good life if they are willing to wish the same on their brethren of other faith. Belief (in the guiding principle of abundance) forces cooperation – for one to succeed, all must succeed. …If there is enough for all then the world that we can have is one where we cheer for other people, we believe there is enough for all… and then there is no reason for war because we are all collaborating. ” ~ Jackie Lapin   Today’s quote originates from the ConsciousDiscussions Talk Radio episode titled: Best of CD#26 ...

World of Writing, interview

-- World of Writing -- World of Writing Interview posts are published every week or two, if possible, on this blog - offering interesting insight into what it takes to be a writer, what makes a writer tick, the business of writing and how so many people are able to pursue passions and leave a positive impact on the world through writing. Today's post offers some insight from author Frank Romano: Frank Romano is an assistant tenured professor at the University of Paris Oueste in the Anglo-American Literature and Civilization Department and a member of the California and Marseille Bars . At present, he teaches law, literature, history and philosophy of law and practices law in France and in the United States. Over the past 5 years as a peace activist and international lawyer, Frank has faced hostility and worked through a maze of communication and cultural issues while actively organizing and participating in interfaith events. Efforts to bring interfaith pea...

Poetry

-- Conscious Discussions Talk Radio --  It is time for another installment of the World of Writing series... today we'll focus on the realm of poetry.  Poetry - what is poetry, the art of poetry, being published, selling your work, leaving a legacy, telling your story... Join us live @ 11 AM-12 Mountain, 10 AM-11 Pacific...  and drop in the live chat room while there. Or access the archive of today's discussion later on at your convenience: Find out more about the host @: http://brummet.ca http://www.blogtalkradio.com/consciousdiscussions/2012/03/04/world-of-writing--poetry Find Dave and Lillian Brummet, excerpts from their books, information about their radio program, newsletter, blog, and more at: www.brummet.ca * Support the Brummets by telling your friends, or visiting the Brummet's Store - every sale raises funds for charity as well!

Orphans of Conflict

-- Quote of the Day -- " No matter what the odds are If you believe in your heart That you can accomplish something - You can do it. " Jenny Craig -- Conscious Discussions Radio -- Today at 10-11 AM (pacific) live: Our guest today is Gabriel Constans – He has worked with people experiencing grief, loss and trauma for over 35 years. He has 12 books published in North America, including  Beyond One's Own - healing humanity after personal tragedy; the novel Buddha's Wife  and  The Skin of Lions - Rwandan Folk Tales . As s a freelance journalist, Gabriel writes for magazines and newspapers in Europe, Asia, Africa and the U.S. He is the father of 5 children and 1 grandchild in the United States and an advisor for the Rwandan Orphan's Project . Join us live or access the archived episode at your convenience at:  http://www.blogtalkradio.com/consciousdiscussions/2010/11/02/rwandan-orphans-project Find Dave and Lillian Brummet, excerpts fr...