A human being is a part of the whole called by us
"the universe," a part limited in time and space.
He experiences himself, his thoughts and feelings,
as something separate from the rest -- a kind of
optical delusion of consciousness. This delusion
is a kind of prison for us, restricting us to our
personal desires and affection for a few persons
nearest to us. Our task must be to free ourselves
from this prison by widening the circle of under-
standing and compassion to embrace all l... read more

Today is my official birthday and I just wanted to take some time and thank you!

Thank you beautiful people for being in my life. You inspire me, challenge me, comfort me, and most of all you're all a bunch of rock stars!

Thanks to everyone for sending such warm birthday wishes.

I am now watching Wayne's World II and I must say.... my life is blessed.

peace.

~Michael

Compassion has become a very powerful theme in my life lately.

Compassion for that disruptive person on the subway.
Compassion for my friends who I may not always agree with.
Compassion for my family whom I may harbor negative memories of.
Compassion for people who I do not understand.
Compassion for those who have wronged me.
A hope for compassion from those I have wronged.