Irish Blessing Wall
Irish Blessing Wall
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Alternative to Mid Life Crisis: Find Your Voice Inspired by the Dreams of Others and Muses
Some comfortably well off empty nester baby boomers may obtain the car of their dreams or have an affair as the means to inspire passion.
This born and bred New Yorker, who moved to Florida before Mickey Mouse arrived, and whose sanctuary for the last ten years is upon ten acres in the Green Swamp [environmentally protected areas atop aquifers] of Central Florida, did something else instead.
A 1954 baby, born in Greenwich Village who got to grow up free to roam in Levittown when kids left the house after two bowls of Capt'n Crunch and as long as they returned home before the sun went down, nobody worried.
My childhood dream of growing up to be Brenda Starr, morphed into an adult desire to be a Dorothy Day-the 20th socialist anarchist Roman Catholic who challenged church, state and corporate media - for the 21st century.
Inspired by many muses I crossed paths with during my first of five trips to Israel Palestine in June 2005, on July 22, 2005, WAWA was born.
WAWA/WeAreWideAwake is a Pro-Bono/FREE Public Service to America. As a civilian journalist who has journeyed five times into Israel Palestine since June 2005, WAWA is dedicated to confronting media and governments that shield the whole truth. We who are wide awake are compelled by the "fierce urgency of Now"[Rev MLK, Jr.] to raise awareness and promote the human dialogue about many of the crucial issues of our day: the state of our Union and in protection of democracy, what life is like for Christians in Israel Palestine in the 21st Century, nuclear weapons, the environment, science, medicine, theology and spirituality.
Being inspired by the events of 9/11 to find out WHY did a few-back then it was a few-people in the world hated America so much to target and murder innocent ones-I began to research for answers to questions the media was not asking.
Hate that can kill any other, is a deep hate indeed, and I wanted to understand what fueled it. All roads led me to Jerusalem and the troubled bit of real estate we call the Holy Land, which in reality is in pieces; Bantustans.
Inspired by my faith as a Christian of the Beatitudes [meaning my manifesto is the Sermon on The Mount+] I wanted to do something positive, and was led to connect with a local interfaith non-political non-profit organization in 2003, the newly founded Olive Trees Foundation for Peace/OTFFP.
The OTFFP was envisioned by an American Palestinian and '48 refugee from the upper Galilee who made his way to the USA and realized the American dream.
After a lucrative career with Top Secret Clearance in the Defense Industry during the Cold War and THAT DAY we call 9/11, Dr. Khaled Diab's dream of helping his homeland by going PRO was born.
PRO seeks Peace and Reconciliation by providing Opportunities for all.
The OTFFP PRO dream came into reality when a few committed American Jews, Christians and Muslims got together in Orlando, Fl. and established the 501 3-c Olive Trees Foundation for Peace five years ago. http://www.olivetreesfoundation.org/
Inspired by my seven months of Tuesday afternoons listening to the memories of Dr. Diab's life, I wrote my first historical fiction, KEEP HOPE ALIVE with all proceeds going to help realize the OTFFP dream of blanketing the Holy Land with one million trees on both sides of The Wall.
Inspired by a photograph of a little boy of Bethlehem, published first in the Florida Catholic in 2001, and the desire to meet him, I traveled out of the states for the first time along with the first USA OTFFP delegation to Israel Palestine in June 2005. It is that photo of George of Beit Jala, a five minute car ride from the Church of The Nativity in downtown Bethlehem, occupied territory that adorns the WAWA banner.
Inspired by the fact that George's sanctuary was destroyed the night before his photo was taken and the shrapnel was imprinted: MADE IN USA, I vowed I would devote the rest of my life to doing something to help end the occupation and terror little children endure because of adults who choose violence.
Inspired by my meetings with the OTFFP's 'boots on the ground' who disseminated the now over 41,000 trees which are deeply rooted at houses of worship, schools and on private property of the neediest of land owners, I journeyed back solo four more times.
Inspired by the growing numbers of nonviolent Palestinians, Israelis and internationals who engage in nonviolent acts of civil disobedience in protest of the route of The Wall and 40+ years of military occupation, I published Memoirs of a Nice Irish American 'Girl's' Life in Occupied Territory which is dedicated to the Palestinian Christians with hope that their Exodus will soon cease and the land we call holy will be whole indeed.
Inspired by the dream that Reverend Martin Luther King had just days before his assassination when he saw "Israel as one of the greatest outposts of democracy in the world" and as an act of nonviolent civil disobedience, I am holding onto that dream by emailing, phoning and streaming video of Mordechai Vanunu, the whistle blower of Israel's WMD Program, who has been forbidden to speak to any foreigners ever since his 2004 release from 18 years in jail [most all in solitary] for telling the world that Israel was already nuclear in 1985.
Vanunu's freedom of speech trial began in January 2006 for speaking to foreign media in 2004 and concludes July 8, 2008 in Jerusalem. Israel could put Vanunu back behind bars for six more months, or be inspired to accept the Norwegians offer of asylum http://www.vanunu.org/ for him.
Inspired by the lack of spiritual depth and disappointing ending of The Da Vinci Code, KEEP HOPE ALIVE begins with the Nag Hamadi Library and the stages of the soul and ends with a howling wind to USA Christians to wake up to the heretical theology and neo-con ideology, of the Left Behind series.
Inspired by Gilda Radner/ Baba Wawa, George Harrison's opening number at the Concert for Bangladesh/ Wah Wah, the Arabic for a boo-boo/wawa and nonviolent internationals, Israelis and Palestinians who are wide awake and see the way to peace is justice and the way to justice is equal human rights and international law, WAWA: WeAreWideAwake.org is a labor of love in that cause.
Inspired by my intimate relationship with Jesus, who was never a Christian, but a social, justice, radical revolutionary Palestinian devout Jewish road warrior who rose up against the corrupt Temple authorities and challenged their job security by teaching the people they did NOT need to pay the priests for ritual baths or sacrificing livestock to be OK with God; for God LOVED them just as they were: sinners, poor, diseased, outcasts, widows, orphans, refugees and prisoners all living under Roman Military Occupation, I offer a new spin on Jesus in KEEP HOPE ALIVE.
Might you be inspired by the fact that 2,000 years ago The Cross had NO symbolic religious meaning. When JC said: "Pick up your cross and follow me" everyone understood he was issuing a POLITICAL statement, for the main roads in Jerusalem were lined with crucified agitators, rebels, dissidents and any who disturbed the status quo of the Roman Occupying Forces.
The Beatitudes for the 21st century:
About 2,000 years ago, when Christ was about 33, he hiked up a hill and sat down under an olive tree and began to teach the people;
"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of heaven."
In other words: it is those who know their own spiritual poverty, their own limitations and sins honestly and trust God loves them in spite of themselves who already live in the Kingdom of God.
How comforted we will all be, when we see, we haven't got a clue, as to the depth and breadth of pure love and mercy of The Divine Mystery of The Universe. God's name in ancient Aramaic is Abba which means Daddy as much as Mommy and He/She: The Lord has said, "My ways are not your ways. My thoughts are not yours." -Isaiah 55:8
Christ proclaimed more: "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth."
The essence of meek is to be patient with ignorance, slow to anger and never hold a grudge. In other words: how happy you will be when you also know humility; when you know yourself, the good and the bad, for both cut through every human heart.
"Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, they will be filled."
In other words: how happy you will be when your greatest desire is to do what "God requires, and he has already told you what that is; BE JUST, BE MERCIFUL and walk humbly with your Lord."-Micah 6:8
"Blessed are the merciful, they will be shown mercy." In other words: how happy you will all be when you choose to return only kindness to your 'enemy.'
"For with the measure you measure against another, it will be measured back to you." Christ warns his disciples as he explains the law of karma in Luke 6:27-38.
"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they see God."
In other words: how happy you will be when you WAKE UP and see God is already within you, within every man, every woman and every child. The Supreme Being is everywhere, the Alpha and Omega, beginning and end. Beyond The Universe -and yet so small; within the heart of every atom.
"Blessed are The Peacemakers: THEY shall be called the children of God."
Oh how happy the WORLD will be when we all seek justice and pursue it, for there can be none without the other.
"Blessed are those who are persecuted because they do what God requires, theirs is The Kingdom of Heaven."
And one fine day the lion will lie down with The Lamb and man will make war no more and that is the Kingdom of God.
About the Author
Eileen Fleming, Reporter and Editor WAWA:
http://www.wearewideawake.org/
Author "Keep Hope Alive" and "Memoirs of a Nice Irish American 'Girl's' Life in Occupied Territory"
Producer "30 Minutes With Vanunu" and "13 Minutes with Vanunu"
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Nostalgic Irish Blessing Thermometer $13.99 This distressed Irish designed tin thermometer would look great hanging anywhere. How appropriate that the three lines of the Irish Blessing all have to do with weather - wind, rain, and sun. Imported. |
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Celtic Irish Blessing Suncatcher $29.99 Our gorgeously colored, handpainted glass plaque, imprinted with the Irish Blessing, comes alive as the sun streams in. From Royal Tara Galway of Ireland. 6 x 1/4 square. |
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Irish Blessing Cross $18.99 A beautiful and delicate spring-like design. This Celtic cross will be a blessing in any room. 5 ??W x 9 ??H. Poly Resin. |
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Irish Blessing Plaque $37.99 Ireland?s most loved blessing, artfully painted on a handcrafted green wood plaque, and ready to hang. 9 x 18?. USA |
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Irish Blessing Plate with Stand $24.99 A graceful ceramic plate embossed with the beloved blessing ?May the road rise to meet you?? and sprigs of shamrocks. plate comes with a stand. Designed in Ireland. |
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An Irish Blessing Shamrock Mug $9.99 A happy way to begin the day with a blessing on your mug! Ceramic, microwave and dishwasher safe. From Shamrock Gift Co., Dublin, Ireland. |
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Irish Blessing Throw $57.99 A traditional yet contemporary design where the Blessing is the focal point but with added Celtic knots and a block design in shades of green and blue. 60 x 50?. Cotton, lurex and nylon blend. |
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Irish Family Blessing Sitter Plaque $23.99 A unique triple message plague that sits beautifully on a table, mantle or even your office desk. This touching blessing will remind you of family throughout the day. Resin. Imported. 7 x 6 x 1?. |
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Irish Blessing Sheltie Pets Wall Clock by CafePress $15 May you always walk in sunshine, may you never want for more. May Irish angels rest their wings right beside your door. This Irish Blessing Sheltie clock is a blessing for every Shetland Sheepdog lo Pets Wall Clock Decorate any room in your home or office with our 10 inch wall clock. Black plastic case. Requires 1 AA battery included. |
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Irish Blessing Irish Framed Tile by CafePress $15 Irish Blessing Irish Framed Tile Set off our decorative ceramic tile in its own stylish stained wooden frame -- the perfect way to complete a decorative gift or keepsake. Rounded edges and quality construction make this Framed Tile the ultimate wall accent. Frame measures 6qu |
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Irish Christmas Blessing Platter $29.99 Inscribed with a beautiful verse and decorated with raised Celtic knot work, this platter will be used time and time again during the Christmas season. Crafted of oven, microwave and dishwasher safe ceramic. 13 7/8? x 11 ??. Imported. Boxed. |
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Irish Blessing Mirror Plaque $9.99 Fresh, new and contemporary artwork graces this high quality sentiment mirror plaque that can either stand or hang. Imported. 7 x 2 ??. |
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Blessing Keyring $10.99 Bring yourself a wee bit of Irish luck with this 4 leaf clover and an ?Irish luck? proverb. Metal with real clover. Shamrock Gifts, Dublin. |
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Personalized Irish Wedding Blessing Unity Candle $34 Personalize this beautiful pillar unity candle with your own names and wedding date. Irish Wedding Blessing reads, My God be with you and bless you. May you see your children's children. May you be poor in misfortunes, and rich in blessings. May you know nothing but happiness from this day forward. Measures 3 x 9. Also available as three-piece set. Ships separately - allow 2 weeks. Web Exclusive! |
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Irish Blessing Irish Oval Ornament by CafePress $12.5 Our St. Patrick's Day Ornament features a beautiful old Irish blessing. Makes a great gift or keepsake Irish Oval Ornament Instantly accessorize bare wall-space with our Oval Ornament. Makes great room or office accessories, fun favors for birthday parties, wedding or baby shower Ornaments, or adding a unique, special touch to gift-wrapped packages. Comes with its own festive |
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Colorfully Celtic Stepping Stone $22.99 Etched with two lines from the famous Irish Blessing, this ornately etched stepping stone may also be used to decorate a wall. Resin/stone mix. Imported. 10 1/4. Exclusively Ours! |
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Porcelain Irish Marriage Blessing Plates - 3 3/4 $9.99 Adorned with a lovely rose, claddagh, and Celtic knot pattern, these gold-trimmed porcelain plates are inscribed with the beloved marriage blessing. Stand included. From Ireland. Gift boxed. |
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Irish Home Blessing Irish Framed Tile by CafePress $15 A traditional Blessing on a home, set against beautiful flowers. Great as a house warming gift Irish Framed Tile Set off our decorative ceramic tile in its own stylish stained wooden frame -- the perfect way to complete a decorative gift or keepsake. Rounded edges and quality construction make this Framed Tile the ultimate wall accent. Frame measures 6qu |
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Personalized Our Irish Blessing Has Arrived Romper $19.99 Announce your new arrival with heartfelt Irish pride! Made of supersoft, garment washed 100% cotton. Please state name and birthdate. Shipped separately; allow 2-3 weeks. USA. Sizes 3-6 mos., 6-12 mos. |
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Candle In The Window Christmas Blessing Cards $14.99 Send a warm Christmas blessing with cards portraying a lovely Irish Christmas window. 18 single fold 5 x 7 cards and 19 envelopes. USA. Boxed. |
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Irish Blessing Hot Plate And Trivet $10.99 Freeze it to keep cold dishes chilled during a meal, or place a drop of cinnamon oil on this etched porcelain trivet and the heat from a dish will bring out a wonderful aroma. Can also hang. Dishwasher and freezer safe. USA. 6 sq. |
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Irish Marriage Blessing Romance Framed Tile by CafePress $15 Having an Irish ceremony? Don't forget the Irish Marriage Blessing's Very classic blessing Romance Framed Tile Set off our decorative ceramic tile in its own stylish stained wooden frame -- the perfect way to complete a decorative gift or keepsake. Rounded edges and quality construction make this Framed Tile the ultimate wall accent. Frame measures 6qu |
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Irish Marriage Blessing Romance Oval Ornament by CafePress $12.5 Having an Irish ceremony? Don't forget the Irish Marriage Blessing's Very classic blessing Romance Oval Ornament Instantly accessorize bare wall-space with our Oval Ornament. Makes great room or office accessories, fun favors for birthday parties, wedding or baby shower Ornaments, or adding a unique, special touch to gift-wrapped packages. Comes with its own festive |
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