Do we live in a finite [system of] universe[s] that only seems infinite? Or do we live in an infinite [system of] universe[s] that only seems finite?

If it is true that neither energy nor matter are created or destroyed, then wouldn't there have to be a finite amount? And if it is true that E=mc^2, then isn't it also true that energy and matter keep interchanging infinitely?

If space is finite, then what is its shape? Where are its boundaries? Inside what does space exist?

If space is infinite, the what is its shape? Inside what does space exist? Where do you really "go" when you venture into space? Can you really "go" or "arrive" anywhere?

Here is my suggestion for reducing global warming and caring for the environment --

Go vegetarian, or better yet vegan!

I don't have time to go into a long justification right now, but you can do more research on your own.

Veg*nism uses far fewer resources and generates far fewer emissions. Additionally, it enables so many more people to be fed.

Consider becoming veg*n for environmental reasons if not for any of the other ethical ones.

Peace,
Marc

Kol Nidre was Sunday, Sep. 27 and Yom Kippur was Monday, Sep. 28.

My mom visited us Sep. 30 - Oct 5. My dad stayed home with the doggie and 'cause is recently unretired with a part-time job.

I had some new clients to catch up with for the handyman business after my mom went back home. I've purchased an air compressor to do sprinkler system blowouts and have completed a few blowouts, including my own system.

Tim Kelley signed up as a member and service provider on Self Actualization Resource. Do you think you would be a good service provider?

Simchat Torah was Friday, Oct. 9. I coordinated and played in the band at services.

Saturday, Oct. 10 was my 10 year anniversary.

Sunday, Oct. 11 I started the planning efforts for the Rick Recht concert I am bringing to Congregation Beth Evergreen on November 14, 2009.

I've got a few handyman projects I need to work on this coming week.

Almost one year ago to the day I was hiking in Deer Creek Canyon and I came across a rattle snake. On my hike there today, which was just my second time there, I came across another one. These are the only two times I have seen rattle snakes in Colorado, and believe me, I have done plenty of hiking. So, rattle snakes are 2 for 2 in Deer Creek Canyon.

and so can all of yous who so choose!

Kol Nidre begins on Sunday, September 27 at sunset. This is the start of one of the biggest holidays in the Jewish Calendar -- Yom Kippur. Kol Nidre means all vows. It is during this service that we ask to be released from all vows that we made during the past year on which we have failed to follow through. Yom Kippur means day of atonement. In fact, during the ten days from Rosh Hashanah through Yom Kippur we are supposed to be seeking forgiveness for the wrongdoings which we have committed against humans. On Yom Kippur we are seeking forgiveness from God. In the Jewish tradition not even God can grant forgiveness for wrongdoings we have committed against humans, as it is only the person who has been wronged who can grant forgiveness. So, one places oneself in a particularly difficult situation when the person who has been wronged is no longer able to grant forgiveness, such as when that person has been killed.

What about wrongs we have committed against non-humans? Can animals grant forgiveness? Can the earth grant forgiveness?

There is a Jewish story that instructs us to repent the day before we die. When one asks, "But how do we know the day we are going to die?" we are told that is exactly the issue. We don't know when we are going to die. So, we must live each day as if that could be the day before we die and must repent daily. Don't wait for Yom Kippur!

I hope that my presence in this community has been more of a blessing than a curse. Please forgive me of any wrongdoings I committed, either knowingly or unknowingly. I promise that I have done the best that I have been able and further promise to continue to work to grow my awareness of all my actions and to continue to work to focus them ever more on the greater good.

L'Shana Tova v'tikateivu v'tichateimu,
To a good year and may you be written and sealed [in the book of Life]

Friday night marks the start of the Jewish new year. I have been busy with my music coordinator duties at my congregation.

I have also been busy checking items off my to-do list!

I feel like I am making good progress emptying myself and creating more space to grow.

Projects are slowly trickling back into my handyman business; I think that the storm that tore through the neighborhood really disrupted things. It's nice to be able to earn some money.

How are you enjoying the last days of summer?

Thanks for stopping by,
Marc

I've got my five questions for the third version of the short story.
The web applications are up and running on Self Actualization Resource, and I'm actively engaged in populating the resource database.
I've completed the first draft of my first presentation/seminar: "Living a Life of Abundance: Now Is the Perfect Time to Start Living the Life of Your Dreams."

Yippee!!!

Thanks for stopping by,
Marc

I'm sorry. I haven't been devoting the time I have available to work on the things that I claim are most important to me. Specifically, I have been finding ways to distract myself from making more progress writing my presentations, stories, and other marketing pieces for my Life Coach/Motivational Speaker business. I have been putting off cleaning up and completing the two websites, too. I don't know why I am sabotaging myself this way. What am I afraid of? Why am I not pursuing that which I claim to be my purpose in life? Please forgive me, universe.

I promise that I will spend time tonight to make changes to the referral website, even if it's only for a few minutes. I do hear you, trusted source. I am with you universe.

There, I've made it public; I can no longer hide. Now I have others as my witnesses. I am making myself accountable.

Time to get to work.

Greetings wonderful gaia beings! (Sorry, Siona, for stealing your line)

I have been working (reasonably) diligently on completing my items on my to do list. I continue my meditation practice and am now meditating twice daily for 15 minutes each sitting. The web applications are complete on Self Actualization Resource. Now I need to restructure the rest of the site a bit. I have unsubscribed from numerous email lists and have shed myself of some of my self-imposed obligations. My journey continues on my path of reinvention (and refocusing) in my changing world. How about you?

A lot of people are finding that with the world changing and their lives changing, it’s hard to keep up. A lot of their old assumptions aren’t true anymore, and the life they thought they would lead either seems out of reach or isn’t as fulfilling as they thought it would be. Is it time to reinvent yourself? If so, how can you know how to do it, and who to become? The great thing about this purpose work I’ve been doing is that it takes the guesswork out of it: you can learn exactly what’s possible for you, and how to recreate your life. It’s hard to explain how profound it is to know your higher purpose, and how much better life can be when you’re living it. But I’d love for you to get a sense of it!

I’m very excited to invite you to an upcoming teleclass on September 3 and 10 to explore your purpose on this Earth.

These calls are about:

* Aligning your life with a deeper and more fulfilling sense of purpose

* Knowing exactly what you're meant to do and who you’re meant to be

* Being successful and happy doing what you love

* Making the difference you are meant to make in the world

Jeffrey Van Dyk and Tim Kelley, two experts in methods for finding your life purpose, will be leading the calls. They will cover the best possible sources for finding your purpose and the best methods for doing so.

This process is documented in a new book by Tim, "True Purpose: 12 Strategies for Discovering the Difference You Are Meant to Make". There's also a True Purpose Teleseminar course which guides people through the whole process to reliably find their own unique purpose. I expect the call will cover that, too.

I used Tim Kelley's book to find my purpose. Those of you who have been following my blogs are seeing the results of my moving towards leading a more purposeful life. It is still very much an ongoing process. And, I can't say that lately it has been an easy process. Nonetheless, I am fully committed to staying on this path as long as I am able. Are you interested in finding out how to put yourself on the path of purpose?

Please come join me on the calls!

What: Two one-hour calls, "Reinventing Yourself in a Changing World"

When: Thursdays, September 3 and 10, 3-4pm PDT, 6-7pm EDT

Cost: None!

Registration: Click Here

I’ve been on this path for about four months and have grown and changed significantly in that time. That's not to say that I am becoming somebody new. Rather, I am becoming more “ME!” My purpose has called me to make the world a better place by activating people to pursue their true purpose in life and connecting them with the resources to help them on their journey. I can’t wait to hear what your purpose calls forth from you!

P.S. I'd love to talk with you sometime after the calls to compare notes on what you got from them.

I know that we are currently living in “interesting” times. I also know that this is a community of individuals who believe in the possibility of creating a better world. I'd love for you to check out the information on the calls and see if Tim Kelley and his True Purpose Community can help you on your journey.

In love, peace, and true purpose,

Marc

You may visit the link below to dispel some of the myths and lies that are circulating:

http://my.barackobama.com/page/content/settingtherecord

Don't let yourself be scared and misled by misrepresentation and outright lying.