There is a certain satisfaction in completing a good pack.  When everything is done and everything is ready: the journey begins.   That about sums up my morning today.  I am beginning a new journey towards the unknown, with no plans or schedule, no itinerary, or idea of what the future holds; I am completely free.  I thought I would leave you with a couple quotes from the two movies I decided to watch before my trip.  I hope you enjoy….

Opening Quote from The Beach – Movie

”My name is Richard; so what else do you need to know?  Stuff about my family or where I am from? None of that matters.  Not once you have crossed the ocean and cut yourself lose; looking for something more beautiful; more exciting.  And yes I admit something more dangerous.  So after 18 hours in the back of an airplane; three dumb movies; two plastic meals; six beers and absolutely no sleep.  I finally touched down…”

“…So never refuse an invitation; never resist the unfamiliar; never fail to be polite; never over stay your welcome.  Just keep your mind open and suck in the experience: and if it hurts it’s probably worth it.”

“and as for traveling alone; fuck it.  If that’s the way it has to be; then that’s the way it is.” Quote The Beach Movie

The movie Pointbreak

“I must be crazy.”

“but are you crazy enough”

Opening Quote from The Beach Movie

So E.Y.D has changed with the fall season to a new look and feel for the moment. 

 You will find enlightened quotes, meditations, and philosophies from the great teachers of past and present. Along with Pop culture Zen from StumbleUpon, You tube, and other Social Media sites.

I hope you will enjoy my photo blog series:

Heart warming Winter quotes and photos

Enchanting Autumn incantations of sublime seasonal change

In the Lumbini grove, under the shade of a flowering Sal tree, The Buddha, founder of the philosophy of Buddhism was born. He was known as Siddhattha. (Siddhartha = one whose purpose has been achieved). This is my continuing series of Buddhist quotes from the Dhammapada.

The Dhammapada – the essential teachings of the Buddha

The Wisdom of the Buddha

Buddhist verses from Siddhartha – The enlightened one

“The reason why we are here, I call “The Personal Legend”. All my characters, somehow they have a reason to be here, and they have to struggle to find their place under the sun. Which they do…
…and of course they have to pay a high price.”  Paulo Coelho

Top Ten Paulo Coelho Videos on Youtube

My mantra is: To Strive for Love, To seek knowledge, To Find happiness, and Yield not to fear.  Inspired by my favorite poem Ulysses by Lord Alfred Tennyson.  “To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield.”

A philosophy in 25 words of less: inspired by Pete Carroll’s Win forever

Inspiring FNL Speech

A Zen Art Blog

Bring a little Enlightenment into your life.  In addition to my personal musings and experiences about life. I hope my readers will enjoy a weekly dose of great artists like Paulo Coelho, Kahlil Gibran, and many others.

You will find enlightened quotes, meditations, and philosophies from the great teachers of past and present. Along with Pop culture Zen from StumbleUpon, You tube, and other Social Media sites.

Experience the beautiful artistry of the world in the present moment, the only time you can truly live.

 I love this quote “O Lord, help me to be pure, but not yet.” Saint Augustine #quote

“My Twitter philosophy is simple: share truth and beauty. Here is list of my favorite Retweets and Tweets. Kindest Regards to all my Twitter contributors.” E.Y.D

Click here: Inspiring Tweets and Zen Retweets from my Twitter Contributors  

“Originality is beyond any definition I can provide for you.  So I decided to transform this question into my monthly E.Y.D Photo Blog hoping it will spark some illuminating thoughts.” E.Y.D

Click Here A photo definition of Originality

“Everything Is Illuminated.”  Jorge Luis Borges 

“Upon finding a great Author that captures your heart, look further down the rabbit hole to find the writer that captured theirs.” E.Y.D  

Click here:  Poetry Spotlight on Jorge Luis Borges

“Religion is for people who are scared to go to hell.  Spirituality is for people who have already been there.”  Bonnie Raitt

1.)  “That which you resist stays.”  David R. Hawkins

Click here:  61 Spirituality Quotes for the Soul to Ponder

My philosophy is simple: share truth and beauty

I hope to share with my readers some of the everyday artistic beauty I find in the world.    Here are some of my most popular posts from my new blog:  http://enlightenyourday.com/

  Check them out and leave me a comment with your feedback and thoughts.  Thanks  

Create your own Personal Creed today.

“Just open the flood gates of your mind and let your inner thoughts and emotions flow. My creed felt wonderful to express and I enjoyed the experience tremendously. I titled my creed: I will. It embodies the direction I set forth for my heart and soul. “

Quotes from the book: Spiritual Sayings of Kahlil Gibran

“In hopes of lifting my spirits, I perused the used book stores looking for inspiration, something to bring new hope; maybe even an omen. Looking to brighten my own sad day. Only one author comes to mind, Kahlil Gibran, who writes pure stark beauty for the soul.”

Stillness Speaks: Meditative thoughts by Eckhart Tolle

“I love Meditative thought books. A book without a story, beginning, or ending. Just food for thought that contains bite size bits of knowledge allowing the reader to think gently or deeply about something. The focus is not within the pages, but within your thoughts, feelings, and aspirations. “

Dr. Wayne Dyer’s practical guide to meditation and his nine spiritual principles.

“So on a recent trip to the book store, I picked up a copy Dr. Wayne Dyer’s book, Getting into the Gap, which included a free meditation CD.  Getting into the Gap is a great introduction to meditation; and the world of Wayne Dyer. So I thought I would share his practical guidance for meditation and a summary of his nine spiritual principles here on E.Y.D. “

Stumbleupon is thy Addiction

“I recently Stumbled-upon a social bookmarking website for images and photos called Vi.sualize.us.  I found some terrific photos and pop culture quotes that inspired me to put together my fourth collection of inspirational favourites found on Stumble.”

Finding the Zen of closing a sale!

“I remember the feeling of closing a fortune 100 company at first sales gig. I roared a loud triumphant cheer and felt the rush of self-actualization pass through me. Closing that sale felt fantastic, and as with all fantastic things, I wanted more right away. Now that initial rush has changed to more consistent and complete feeling that I carry with me throughout my workday. The simple feeling that I am good at something, I have the power to enjoy it, and it brings me joy to succeed at it.”

15 Pop Culture Love Quotes and Proverbs for the Hopeless Romantic

There is no earthly bliss not watered by tears.”   Pilipino proverb

“When you are in Love you can’t fall asleep because reality is better than your dreams.”   Dr Seuss

“If you understand, things are just as they are: if you do not understand, things are just as they are.”    Zen proverbs

Finding the beauty of sexuality with Erotic Poetry

So I decided to tap into this never ending abyss of desire and share a collection of erotic poetry with my readers. If this blog in anyway contributes to you having just one more sexual encounter in your life…. Wasn’t it worth the read? So what are you waiting for…. Start reading….. or otherwise…. You know what I mean…

13 more Movie quotes for the Enlightened Mind

The Basketball Diaries     Jim Carroll: “You’re growing up. And rain sort of remains on the branches of a tree that will someday rule the Earth. And it’s good that there is rain. It clears the month of your sorry rainbow expressions, and it clears the streets of the silent armies… so we can dance.”

 Have you seen Where the Hell is Matt? And what was his Girlfriend was doing?

” If you love to travel and see the beauty of the world, then you will love his short films featuring his happy feet traveling around the world.  Below is Dancing Matt’s best video.

Following Dancing Matt, is a very funny video that I recently watched about his girlfriend: and what she was doing while Dancing Matt was away.”

The beauty of photography captured in a kiss

Thy Addiction to Stumbleupon has brought forth a new love in my life. The love of photography. The extraordinary amount of breathtaking pictures I have viewed on social media sites has been a wonderful experience. So I have decided to highlight each month, one Photo blog and an assortment of pictures I discover on the net.

Your Daily Cup of Enlightened Zen on E.Y.D

Here are some of my most popular posts from my new blog:  http://enlightenyourday.com/

 Check them out and leave me a comment with your feedback and thoughts.  Thanks  

Enlightening Chinese proverbs and a question from a quote  

“Religion answers questions. spirituality asks questions.”  Is one inherently better then the other? And can there be balance between the two? Most importantly, is this quote trying to say that spirituality is of greater importance then religion? 

11 Enlightening movie quotes that will touch your Heart

“Quit, don’t quit, noodles, don’t noodles. You are too concerned with what was and what will be. There is a saying, “Yesterday is History, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift, that’s why it is called a present.” 

Famous Jack Kerouac quotes & his Buddhist literary style of Spontaneous Prose   

 He was first, his own hero, living the life he wanted to live, the life of an artist on the road seeking the freedom of leaving everything behind you for what is in front of you. Striving to experience as many unknown present moment joys as possible. Like most of my favourite heroes, he found the light in the darkest hour of the night, he devoured the quick and easy highs in life, but never stops chasing the pure seemingly intangible ones – Enlightenment.

 My response to Ed Varney’s poem titled Happiness

In this book, I found my first piece of literature that I felt compelled to respond to with a poem of my own. I am by no means a poet, far from it to be honest, but his poem made sense to me and I just wanted to write my own version.

 Amazing & Inspiring Football Speech: I am a champion!

I love football. Nobody can hide on a football field: all your strengths, fears, and weakness are on the field of battle for everyone to see. It’s not only the game that I love, but the elevating calm before the storm. Getting your mind in a place that will know no surrender-no defeat. Creating a mental zone to give it everything you have and leave nothing on the battle field. I hope you will enjoy this inspiring and motivating speech by coach Flowers…

The beautiful & enchanting wisdom of Hugh Prather

The New York Times has called Hugh Prather “an American Kahlil Gibran.” A minister, lecturer and counsellor, he is best known for his many books, including the best-selling Notes to Myself, which helped spark the personal growth movement of the 1970s and has sold more than 5 million copies.

A list of inspiring quotes and pictures to elevate your day

“Energy is the essence of life. Every day you decide how you’re going to use it by knowing what you want and what it takes to reach that goal, and by maintaining focus.”
- Oprah Winfrey

Poetic Teachings on Life and Death  
Existence that multiplied itself for sheer delight of being
and plunged into numberless trillions of forms
so that it might find itself innumerably.

An inspiring collection of lessons, illustrated quotes and proverbs found on Stumbleupon

I hope you will enjoy this third collection of inspiring and enlightening quotes, pictures, and proverbs I have collected on Stumbleupon.com.

A few great posts from my new blog about enlightenment, spirituality and much more…

Dear Readers,  

I have recently been neglecting my travel blog as I have focused my creative spirit on my new blog Enlightenyourday.com.  My new blog encountered tremendous initial success lately by gaining well over 33,000 visitors in only three months of publication.  I have listed below my top ten posts that readers have enjoyed and commented on over time.  I hope you will take the time to explore this new endeavor with me and find yourself smiling, laughing and gaining useful information to brighten your day.  A daily cup of enlightened Zen for the soul anyone?  Interested, subscribe today!  

Funny Zen story of two monks and a lovely girl

 Timeless Relaxing Zen quotes to soothe your being

Great lessons and a little Zen I have learned on Stumbleupon

Wise and inspiring Zen instructions on life from the Dalai Lama

Wonderful Proverbs complimenting Beautiful Photos

Use the power of positive affirmations to change your life

A photo definition of cute and some Winnie the Pooh wisdom

Deliciously Healthy Juice Recipes for the Heart and Soul

Shambhala the Sacred Path of the warrior Part 2

The Pink Bubble Technique a simply beautiful meditation

Check out my new blog on Zen, enlightenment, inspiration, and all things good.