Gaia: MFA: Marvelous FREE Art! - Member Intros & Chat

Re: kia ora

http://mrprophet.gaia.com — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 05:02:50 GMT

Welcome! Good luck in all your endeavors here.

kia ora

http://bodhiimages.gaia.com — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 22:14:42 GMT

just posted an intro here

http://groups.gaia.com/gaia/conversations/view/421460#421460

warmest wishes
tim

Re: New Member - a junk artist from Oregon

http://sol.gaia.com — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 05:22:28 GMT

Thanks for being here, Sarah! There's definitely some good stuff on MFA, so enjoy exploring the various Discussion Boards. :-) And maybe you'll feel like sharing some of your own stuff ... Be well & happy, S

New Member - a junk artist from Oregon

http://kaliopelaughs.gaia.com — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 23:31:59 GMT

Hey y'all,

I just joined the Gaia network yesterday and am still figuring out how all of this works. I'm an artist who works with recycled materials - I also work for an arts nonprofit that is based on creative reuse. I am not so technologically savvy (I'm more comfortable digging in garden or working in the studio than sitting in front of a computer), but I do think the internet is an incredible tool for sharing art. It's tearing down the elite status of the art gallery and democratizing act of making and viewing work! I'm looking forward to seeing how you all share your work!

Thanks,
Sarah

Re: My Invitation Here...

http://sol.gaia.com — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 03:23:18 GMT

Yes, Global Potentiation Day was a big event. We had 820 separate feeds, which meant well over a thousand people were listening in live, with many more "tuning in" privately. Thanks for commenting, and enjoy exploring Regenetics!

Re: My Invitatation Here...

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:19:12 GMT

Now , I understand:0)
I was not able to make Global Potentiation Day, and really wanted too.

My children , had activities , at this time, yet I will look further into this, as It is interesting.

I am not leaving this pod as this is who I am.

So I am glad you did what you did, and I thank you.

Thanks for having me here Sol.

Hugs,

Lori

Re: My Invitatation Here...

http://sol.gaia.com — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 19:25:06 GMT

Hi, Lori!

I merged the contents and members of the Global Potentiation Pod with MFA after Global Potentiation Day, knowing that anyone who didn't really want to be here could just press a button and leave the group. :-)

Thanks for sharing, and blessings on your wonderful projects!

Thanks for being here. :-)

S

Re: My Invitatation Here...

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 17:31:19 GMT

Not to be misunderstood.
I do not believe in using someones work, I believe in asking to use , or creating something , or doing it way different , and using what I have seen , and creating , and growing from this.
LG

Re: My Invitatation Here...

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 17:07:01 GMT

I love my profile Theme Song Youtube, it would be an amazing cover for our magazine.
The world our Gaia, Then Gaia in Gold , as Gaia is worth pure GOLD to me, and I believe many think this here too.
Love,

Lori

Re: Greetings from the Gaia Village Idiot

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 16:28:44 GMT

I understand:)

Thanks, friend

Re: Greetings from the Gaia Village Idiot

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 16:21:01 GMT

Dear Lori, thank you for your poem.

The following is a story I've included in my profile.

I really appreciate your concern, that is why I'm reproducing it here, that you might understand...

One day, God came walking through the world to see how his children were faring. He came upon an old ascetic who had spent his entire adult life in severe body mortification and forceful mental disciplines.

The ascetic had gained a certain degree of clarity of his senses from his prolonged practice and realise that the man casually walking by his cave was fully established in awareness of the inner divine self. Painfully unwinding his body from his rigid posture, the ascetic bowed before God and said, “Great Souled One! I perceive you are an illumined master. Pray tell me, honourable sir, how long will it be before I realise my inner Divine Nature?”

God smiled warmly and laughingly replied, “You are doing well, my son! At your present rate of progress, you will realise your inner Divine Self with just one more lifetime of similar effort.”

The ascetic, terrified, in shock, cried, “Another lifetime of this horror? How can I endure this boredom, this agony, this pain for another day, let alone another lifetime! How horrible! You have cursed me this day! Begone from this place, you imposter! Never would I believe such as you.”

God smiled lovingly at him and walked on. Soon he came upon an idiot splashing in the river, laughing and singing. This mans primary activity every day was to cry out, “God! How I love God! God! I love God! God!” This foolish one never took the slightest care for his physical needs, never cared if he were fed, clothed, housed. He never noticed if he were clean or dirty, hot or cold, wet or dry. He might have been locked up in a padded cell in our modern age, but in those days, people saw that he was harmless and therefore tolerated him and occasionally gave him a crust of bread or some old, half rotten fruits or vegetables to eat.

The idiot was attracted by the radiance of this handsome stranger, came up out of the water, bowed before him and said, “How wonderful! God has sent by a Great-Souled One. I have been enjoying myself so much of late I had nearly forgotten that I have a goal. I began my quest to realise enlightenment long ago but of late have become distracted by this constant joy welling up inside. Seeing you just now reminded me of my journey and I was wondering if you could tell me how long it will be before I realise my inner Divine Nature?”

God smiled warmly and laughingly replied, “You are doing well, my son! At your present rate of progress, you will realise your inner Divine Self with just 70 more lifetimes of similar effort.”

“70 lifetimes of similar effort!” cried the idiot with perfect joy. “How wonderful! What a flawless boon, you have today bestowed upon me, Great Lord!” The idiot was so filled with joy at the prospect of another 70 lifetimes of such bliss that the last doubt fled from his mind; his last question melted into the joy that was his life; his ignorance was irrevocably crushed; he attained the highest state of enlightenment instantly.

-Maharishi Sadashiva Isham, Ascension! Ch.5 ‘Escape from Darkness’

My Invitation Here...

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 16:15:27 GMT

Hello one , and all my name is Lori.
When People ask what I do?
I say I will never work again in my life.
I play, I write, I paint , I dance , I sing, I create.
Well so far I have not made any money on this creation that I have been working on.

This week I am looking for people to help me put my site together, and my goal is to have some of my work finishe by the end of this month ,I have movie ,book ideas with in. Also just need to have them edited, and also , I do write back wards at times, just how I am.I have joined Gaia in Apirl , and ever since , I have gone up hill.

I creating what I have always wanted , and am surrounded by like minded souls , that understand or if not , accept me , and incourage, my growth.

Anyways, each day , I could write a story book of my daily wows.

The other day I was gone all evening , and I get back and something odd happened. I had joined this MFA group.

Well, I have never heard of this group or even come across it since I have been here on Gaia.Wow , there are a lot of members here too!

I talked to someone ,and they siad well may you just pressed the wrong button.

I said NO.

I know when I press , a button , and I certainly did not press this button.

So , I just take it as this is where I was meant to show up.

If anyone can direct me to people that would help me set up a website. Also I am wanting to put a magazine together as well.
I would want to focus on our community featured members , artists, writers, I have never done anything like this , and also would want some funds each month to go to different charities too.
I can't do this by myself , and our business is also about creating Global Gaia's within our countries , so we may have an Oasis to go , too.
The people on the outside think I think too big.
I have never wanted something so bad , and it is for the good of all man kind.
Like the geese
They are all flying together.
If one strays behind one will go back and encourage this goose.
As they all are a team.
They all work together .
As one.
Enjoy your Sunday, and I am glad I am here, and thank you for this place.
Love, light , wonder,
Lori

Re: Greetings from the Gaia Village Idiot

http://Domus-ulixes.gaia.com — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 15:51:37 GMT

Even though, in general, I dislike forms of selfproclaimed titles. even negative ones (or especially). But in this very unusally exception, it might actually be apt :P

Re: Greetings from the Gaia Village Idiot

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 15:47:21 GMT

Andrew that is what makes you so eccentric , and unique.

We all have the rights to our opinions, and I really do not like it when people do not respect themselves , and call themselves a name such as an idiot.I believe many may call me different name , and misunderstand me. Also assume all these things . Yet , I go to a depth , and where I go sometimes many do not understand.

It is what I call an inner healing .So you have the right be you , and be unique , and people do not have to agree with what you say.

Or you may not understand , some poetry ,or art.

Sometimes an artist , does not want to give away the answers to hisor her work, as this is what leaves a work of art very desirable , and mysterious.So I do not think of you as a village idiot, I think of you as a kind hearted man, with a strong opinion, I accept , and respect you for you.

As this is my 2 take, as I know nothing .

Here is a poem for you my kind hearted friend,
I would send a picture with it , although I amhaving computer issues.
LOve, Light,wonder,
Lori

The November Day

The November day

Is quiet , and still

Cold ,hazy , misty too,

The trees are bare,

They do not care,

On this November day

The summer is gone

The Autum leaves blew away,

All my leaves , have almost fallen too,

The winter settles,

Cold , and bitter,

Clarity settles with in my mind,

The sun still shines,

Guiding my way,
They say the winter blues are here to stay,
For me it is cool , and crisp,
The snow glistens , and sings,
The blues do not come within my mind,
It's a November day soon the children will be out to play,
The winter is setlling in,
The lands of gold , have virgin snow,
On this November day.

Greetings from the Gaia Village Idiot

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 10:50:34 GMT

Hi

My name is Andrew and I'm the Gaia Village Idiot. Why, because every village should have one.

I have recently started paying more attention to poetry, particularly mystical poetry, and am hoping to plumb the depths of this pod and see what I can find.

I'm not a poet and yes, I know it.

But I am starting to "get into the head" of the poet, through reading and absorbing and I'm finding it a marvellous experience.

As to the idiot bit, I'm often misunderstood and generally manage to upset at least one person a day. If I'm a known idiot it takes the barb of the sting off the misunderstanding.

An eccentric Aussie

Hello everybody

http://steve-n-lee.gaia.com — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 18:10:00 GMT

Hi,

I'm Steve and I'm a writer from the North of England who's just stumbled upon Gaia via Care2.

For those who want a quick snapshot :

* I love travel, music, and movies, but also have a passion for philosophy, martial arts, and spirituality.

* I write a blog which explores human rights and environmental issues, and how they relate to our spiritual, material, and philosophical growth, both as individuals and a society
- Lions Led By Sheep

* I've also written a suspense thriller which incorporates themes on those same issues called 'What if...?'.

* And I can't get the 'indent' or 'bullet' options to work on this thread! Hence the asterisks :-)

There's much more info on my profile page for those who may be interested.

I'm very pleased to meet you all and am looking forward to making new friends here. Feel free to send me a friend request if you feel that way inclined.

Hope you're all having a great weekend,
Steve

Re: Voices From the North

http://soundspeaceful.gaia.com — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 23:33:16 GMT

Some of the interviews I'm uploading have been done live such as the one for Australian master douser Alanna Moore. They often begin with a full two minutes of music so please persevere, the dialogue will begin. Click here for her link. Do enjoy.

John

Voices From the North

http://soundspeaceful.gaia.com — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 01:47:26 GMT

I'm excited to announce that I've finally found a way to upload some of my Voices From the North radio programs to the net so that they are now available to everyone, as opposed to my usual geographically limited audience in New Zealand's Far North.

They're on Odeo.com. In order to ready them for inclusion on that site I've had to compress the one hour shows in an MP3 format that gets each show down to about 7mb in size (from the approximately 600mb size in the original .wav format). Unfortunately this decreases sound quality somewhat. This is a price I'm prepared to pay for now to get the interviews out there.

Click on the link below for an interview with a fellow Gaia member, Elan Sun Star.

http://www.odeo.com/episodes/23482992-The-Smile-Interview-with-Elan-Sun-Star

This interview with Elan Sun Star is guaranteed to put a smile on your face. In addition to dialogue packed with anecdotes and scientific evidence supporting the value of smiling, the hour is sprinkled with smiley songs from the likes of Tony Bennett and Red Grammar. Hear about:

How smiling assists brain development in children
The Duchenne Smile
The value of smiling to astronauts and peace negotiators
How Norman Cousins cured himself of an incurable disease
Laughing clubs spring up in India and elsewhere
The Inner Smile

The smile is quite simply the easiest, cheapest and perhaps most important and available means of attaining radiant health and finding peace in any situation. This is one of my favorite interviews.

Re: Hello Everybody.

http://mrprophet.gaia.com — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 03:43:37 GMT

Hello Everybody,

I am Mr. Prophet. Like you, I work to earn my daily bread. Like you, I am on a path to enlightenment. Everyone whether they realize it or not, believes in a higher power. Different philosophies have different names for this higher power. I call this higher power The Lord. The sum total of mankind's knowledge of The Lord probably consists of 137 pieces of a thousand piece puzzle. The essence of The Lord does not change, mankind's perception of The Lord does. The human race has come to a greater understanding of themselves and The Lord in increments over long periods of time. The time is drawing near for the next set of pieces of the puzzle to be revealed. i invite you to look at my profile page and some of my quotes. My quotes are under P for Prophet, Mr. I await your contact and wish you a pleasant journey on your road to enlightenment.

Re: Hello Everybody.

http://sol.gaia.com — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 22:15:43 GMT

Thanks for asking, Matt! Doing great on this end.Thanks for joining us!