Tree of Life

After getting behind the filibuster against Alito last weekend, I listened to various voices express disgust, dismay, and outrage. The good news is that many more people are paying attention to the acts of our federal administration and recognizing that they reflect us. That is, they take and spend our money and represent, on a global and national level, attitudes associated with United States' citizens - whether or not the majority support said acts. What happens to the federal court isn't nearly as important as what happens in people's hearts and minds.

Throughout history, a major chasm separated what the people knew and actions taken by various administrations. Tidbits of news danced from the inner pages of one newspaper or another, but rarely did true offenses become front-page fact. For instance, there are people in power today that were charged and convicted for crimes against the country during the Iran/Contra debacle. Their previous offenses are not mentioned when being quoted today - as if they deserve the public trust. Fool me once, it is your fault; fool me twice, it is mine. In the past, we had to rely upon the traditional media to inform us. Now we have one another.

At this point in our history, the powerful arrogantly reveal true disdain and disrespect for the populace. Political publicity spins contradict reality and when challenged, attack the patriotism of the questioner. It is a method of communication honed and refined for over a dozen years - although lying, cheating, and stealing have always existed in the public and private sector. But like all acts in life, they reap what they sow. Negativity does not last. From this chaos and oppression, we will catalyze change to take this country on its true path of individual liberty and freedom. We are better than this - and we know it.

The Tree of Life painting represents our individual uniqueness and inherent power. The best of us, the radiance of our being, carries true power and brilliance. With honesty, we shine. With integrity we stabilize. With responsibility we create a forest of protection. Our commonality is not in opposition to our individuality; it is dependent upon it.