One of these fine days, I shall compile the fabulous insights of my Mentrix, Mavis, and put them in a purple-colored volume, suitable for keeping by your altar, or if that is too irreverent for you, by your bedside. I shall call this volume the "Daily Mavis", or maybe the "Daily Mentrix". It will also include important dates, like the equinoxes and solstices, as well as the signs of the zodiac, a chakra chart, and a list of crystals and their powers. Also, dietary advice, like "eat your eggs and chocolate (but not in the same forkful)."
She came out with a good one this past Sunday, while we were chowing down at the local Indian lunch buffet (I love those things - excellent vegetable curries, and so reasonably priced, too!). We were discussing prayer and the universe's response to our needs. According to Mavis, the best attitude to take with prayer is:
"Expect it, but don't direct it."
In other words, have confidence that you are loved, protected, and cared for, but don't restrict the universe's helpful functions by trying to micro-manage how you want to see your blessings or benefts manifest. Expect it, but don't direct it. I like that one a lot.
Mavis also likes to address her prayers in a rather broad fashion. She generally sends out her requests to:
"God, or Goddess, or whoever's on duty."
I like that "whoever's on duty" thing. It allows for a response from any quandrant of the galaxy.
Anyway, Mavis was dressed to the nines for her big day out on Sunday. A large brimmed purple hat, flowing blue patterned skirt and blouse, a purple sort of cape-like thing, and half a dozen strands of stuff around her neck - the necklaces ranged from a real bear claw to a day-glo green rosary. And don't forget the carved walking stick. Eat your heart out, Elton John!
I had rented a car to drive Mavis out to San Dimas to visit my aunt, who is in a rehab facility there. Mavis wanted to visit with my aunt one last time before heading back to Colorado for the summer, so I decided to spurge. $45 for gas! Good gravy, I am so glad to be taking the bus at this point!
I think I will be taking my pupil Gilbert to meet Mavis next weekend - she has some stuff she wants to give to him to take to Mexico. Now, that will be an interesting match-up!
Back to Buddhism tomorrow.
Remember:
EXPECT IT, BUT DON'T DIRECT IT!
Byrd in LA
I'm reading this book by Stuart Smalley. Yeah, that Stuart Smalley from Saturday Night Live. The guy who is in 5 or 6 different 12 step programs. "Expect it, but don't direct it" sounds like Stuart. Except he would have three things like "Select it, expect it, but don't direct it."
Nancy
Posted by: Nancy at May 21, 2008 06:32 PMBeautiful! I love the "or whoever's on duty" part.