The Naked Soul is a blog about my spiritual journey. First I should define “spiritual”, spiritual in the sense that I will be using it, does not have anything to do with any “ism” or organized religion. I am not a subscriber to any one organized belief. The naked soul is a reference to me, my soul, me spirit, my energy. It is the evolution of my awareness of my soul and the detachment of my ego. A fully aware soul, with a detachment from a ego is in essccence a naked soul.
Please understand that this is a journey of awareness and understanding with a concious effort from me to bare my soul and not let my ego get in my way.
I will be exploring the essence of me, which means that I will be writing about various subjects that affect my life and understanding of my soul. Therefore I am open to talk about a wide range of subjects, some of the subjects that I will speak to will be love, relationships, connectivity, the ego, the soul, eternal life.
I want you to join me as I take this journey of awareness and detachment. I am very open to your constructive feedback and I look forward to learning from those of you who choose to follow my evolutionary progress as I live the life of a naked soul. I am open for my thoughts to be challenged, for out of challenge I will grow.
Posted by enreal on April 19, 2007 at 8:34 am
As an avid reader of your work…I must begin by commenting “about” your site. It is beautiful. I believe you are about peace and tranquility with an ambition to touch other peoples lives with your words. Peace and happiness always to you.
Posted by tobeme on April 19, 2007 at 5:05 pm
Enreal,
Thank-you so much for your kind words! I am very glad that you find value in my writing! Peace, love and happiness to you.
Be blessed, for you are.
Posted by Ask Lucid on July 28, 2007 at 6:08 am
Some things left unsaid enhance the mystique! Like the new look, very nice mystery man
!
Posted by tobeme on August 1, 2007 at 1:59 am
Lucid,
Thank-you!
I am still not ready to reveal too much about myself. I believe that this leaves me less vulnerable to be labled in anyway, which I feel allows people to be more open.
Posted by scarletbegonia on August 1, 2007 at 5:33 am
I found your site from surface earth’s blog. (linked it on mine.) Your posts are though provoking and really warrants discussion. I can’t wait to read more and hopefully have the opportunity to participate in discussion.
Posted by scarletbegonia on August 1, 2007 at 5:35 am
*thought…. sorry for the typo…
Posted by Ask Lucid on August 2, 2007 at 7:38 am
I know Mark…. you didn’t have to say … doesn’t matter to me either way. You are who you are… A Teacher, A Writer, A Philosopher. You obviously have a profound effect on people, and if it works this way, then don’t fix it
Nice to meet you!
Posted by tobeme on August 2, 2007 at 10:47 pm
Scarletbegonia,
Thank-you so much for your kind words. I love that you find value in what I write. I look forward to your particitation in our discussions! Thanks for the link!
Posted by AB on August 7, 2007 at 4:03 am
Dig your blog. Very philosophical. I will return for more.
Posted by tobeme on August 12, 2007 at 10:11 pm
AB,
Thank-you so very much. Looking forward to what you will add to our discussions.
Posted by scarletbegonia on August 16, 2007 at 5:09 am
I have no idea where else to post this. but I truly enjoy your perspective. I find I agree with some and of course have a difference of opinion on others. I’m currently reading a book called Urban Shaman… it fascinates me. And I actually thought… I wonder what “he” would think. Strange as I barely know you. But I believe I should say thank you…. your perspective has been enlightening.
Posted by tobeme on August 16, 2007 at 11:28 pm
Scarletbegonia,
This is as good as any place to post your comment. Thank-you. I glad that you find value here and that you think of me as you read. I am very honored that you consider me when you read. You will have to give us a review of Urban Shaman. I am not familar with this book.
Glad you find my thoughts enlightening! Thank-you!
Posted by AG on August 23, 2007 at 12:08 am
I enjoy reading your blog and I am sorry about your mother’s passing.
I was reading the comments and I understand what you mean by labeling. People are easy to sit in judgment, by our position in the world , our outward appearance, etc. I never realized to how visual people are, everything is about a image, either positive or negative. I do believe when writing without placing a name and place to it, it allows you total freedom.I lived in isolation for many years, 14 to be exact, with no neighbors, no friends, no family. You become very in tune to your surroundings. I found it to be an experience that was a trial that teetered on the minimum existence and a awakening.
The older you get the more you realize how short life is. Allow laughter in your heart to release your soul from yesterdays luggage.
Posted by tobeme on August 23, 2007 at 12:52 am
AG,
That must have been a very interesting 14 years! I agree allow much laughter into your heart!
Thanks for your kind thoughts about my Mom!
Posted by Ronnie Ann on August 23, 2007 at 9:30 pm
Hey Mark! I came to your blog today to let you know how much I appreciate the respectful way you deal with people with different (maybe even opposing) points of view. And not only did I find a post today about that very thing, but I found that you recently lost your mom (I’m so sorry), just as the one year anniversary of my own mom’s death this month approaches. I know we do not agree on some things, but I so respect your approach and loving nature. And I will certainly give the “no accidents” thing much more consideration after this! (-;
Posted by tobeme on August 23, 2007 at 10:55 pm
Ronnie Ann,
Thanks for your generous comments! It wouldn’t be much fun and there would not be much learning going on if we all agreed. Glad that you find value here.
Thanks for your kind words about my Mom, much appreciated!
Posted by Lucy Dee on September 8, 2007 at 4:23 am
I think you are on a noble quest–the quest for spirituality. I think you and I have a lot in common. I’m a standup comedienne blogging her way to stardom. My quest is give the gift of laughter.
Feel free to stop by and leave an insightful comment. I’m sure we’ll be blogger buddies in this life and the next!!
The Quest for Comedic Stardom
http://standup101.blogspot.com
Posted by tobeme on September 11, 2007 at 12:00 am
Lucy,
Laughter is a very wonderful gift. We all need to smile and laugh more. You too are on a noble quest. There is much truth hidden in humor and much sadness too.
Posted by Life's Elsewhere on September 28, 2007 at 8:06 am
Discovered you from samanthamj’s blog…and I am so glad that I have discovered you!
I am sure that ‘tobeyou’ will enlighten the darker path of ‘tobeme’.
Thanks for giving me the experience of this blog…
Posted by tobeme on September 28, 2007 at 6:46 pm
Life’s Elsewhere,
Welcome! I glad that you are here and I hope that you find value in what I write. Your thoughts are always welcome here!
Posted by sebastian on October 1, 2007 at 12:44 am
I could present myself and how i found ur blog, but that would be wasting time. In short, i’d like to know what’s up with this crap of “journey of the soul” and all that… seriously, i’d really like to know what convinced you to believe in all that spiritual stuff. i’m just a regular 16 year old guy (im mentally stable dont worry) with my whole life ahead of me and from time to time i lay back and look at the big picture and wonder wuts up with life and all. you feel me? apparently your not christian or anything so you don’t believe in God? Why? in short, write to me and explain what convinced you to believe in what u believe. thank you, i’d apreciate alot.
Posted by tobeme on October 2, 2007 at 11:05 pm
Sebastian,
I appreciate your interest and questions. To call someone elses thoughts “crap” is an interesting approach. Not sure why you chose to do this and at the same time seek to understand, however seeking is a positive step. I find it interesting that you believe from what you have read that I am not Christian or anything and that I don’t believe in God. I don’t believe I have said either about what I am. As you read my writings you will discover that I do not like the use of lables such as Christian, Agnostice, Jew, Muslim, etc, I feel that all of these type of labels are limiting for both myself and the reader.
I do believe in a source, a source which we all emenate from. Some call this source God, to me that is just a lable, a human way to understand that which we cannot explain.
You ask me to write and explain why I believe what I believe. That is a great question, however the answer is too long for an answer to a comment. I believe if you read through the 200 plus posts on this blog you will begin to gain an understanding of who I am and why I believe as I do.
I look forward to your future comments.
Peace and love be with you.
Be true to yourself and do not allow your ego to control you. You know who you really are, honor and love that true self.
Posted by realworldnumbers on October 4, 2007 at 12:22 am
This is a nice page. My friend Jules likes it too.
Posted by tobeme on October 4, 2007 at 12:25 am
Realworldnumbers,
Glad you are enjoying. Hope to hear from you again!
Posted by Rod E. Smith, MSMFT on October 24, 2007 at 6:39 am
Nice to read your work again — welcome back: Rod Smith
Posted by tobeme on October 27, 2007 at 2:56 am
Rod,
Thanks for stopping by! As you know I am an avid reader of your writing as well. Take care.
Posted by anthonynorth on November 12, 2007 at 4:34 am
Hi Mark,
My sincerest apologises but I’ve been tagged, so must tag someone. I made a random selection of my Blogroll with my eyes closed. Sadly, my random finger landed on you.
Rules, instructions, etc, on my blog.
I feel for you. I really do
Posted by tobeme on November 13, 2007 at 3:22 am
Tony,
Thanks, but no thanks for the tag. I have been tagged many times before and I have not participated, therefore it would be unfair to choose to participate now. Thanks for the random choice, however I don’t believe anything is truly random, ha.
Take care!
Posted by Ross Bishop on November 29, 2007 at 6:44 pm
Mark,
Enjoyed your blog. I think you might find my new book – Journey to Enlightenment of interest. You can find it and my other writings on my web site – http://www.rossbishop.com or Amazon. We’re trying to get the word out, would appreciate any mention you could make.
Sincerely,
Ross Bishop
Posted by tobeme on November 29, 2007 at 7:01 pm
Ross,
Welcome, and thank-you! Glad you enjoy my writing. I will check out your site and add your book to my reading list.
Posted by Kirill Zaitsev on December 19, 2007 at 9:34 am
Hi there.
Another impulse propelled me farther today. I tried to google a way to connect with my soul (as I feel I once again lost that percievable connection), and I found this place.
First of all, I’d like to thank you for taking such an open stance. Personally, I was baptized, but was not raised religiously, and eventually called myself an atheist. Then agnostic.
Later I decided that I would not limit myself to labels and worship a part of spirituality, but I would study, reflect and create a definition of a God that made sense to me. Because even if there is no perfect definition, the journey is worth it.
I’m sure one day I’ll complete my definition, but as far as I know that’s decades away. I’m not even in my 20’s yet.
I feel I should mention what spurred my interest in spirituality, for context. I had an epiphany some time ago, but I did not understand it. The feeling disappeared the next day, to return several times later. I frantically tried to understand what happened, and in my hurry, I made many mistakes and assumptions. The biggest one: I completely failed to even consider the idea that I’m not the only one. I thought I had to go out there, dissect my epiphany in public, and tell the world how to save itself.
“The Zone”. “Flow”. “Flow-Consciousness”. “Optimal Experience.”
That’s what I experienced during my epiphany, and several times afterwards. I tried to bring the flow to myself, and in the process I disconnected from it fully. Luckily, I leaned many things, and experienced things that many people do not even realize exist.
And I’ve realized many things. I am lucky. Very lucky. I have choice.
I also realized that the more I know, and the more I experience, the more choice I have.
On and off, I’m studying various things too few people have put it in writing:
Pre-life, after-life and reincarnation; lucid dreaming; various states of consciousness; optimal experience (flow); and the fact that there is more to reality than meets the eye.
Did you know that in a recent Scientific American issue, one group of researchers claimed that what we see is but one of millions of realities that our brain interprets? But it selects only one.
My own opinions hover above right, wrong, socially acceptable or not, because I remember making the basis for this rule:
Nothing Is Impossible.
The catch: you don’t know what IS. We cannot observe our universe from the outside, but only from the inside. We can’t feel the rain outside if we’re sleeping peacefully in the basement. And we can’t see anything until we turn the light on.
That’s just the way we are, and the sooner we accept our limitations, the sooner we will percieve reality as it is. In my humble opinion.
Thanks, tobeme, for putting a part of yourself online. I’m looking forward to reading your blogs and getting an idea of who you are as a person, and as a soul. And at the end of the universe, I’ll meet you at the Four Winds Bar, and buy you a drink.
Posted by tobeme on December 20, 2007 at 12:39 am
Kirill,
First, welcome to the Naked Soul. I appreciate you taking time to leave a comment. It is good to hear that you have disgarded lables and try not to be limited by them.
I think that as you go further down the rabbit hole you will find that all limitations are a product of our mind and nothing more than that. There are no limits per se. I look forward to hearing more of your thoughts as you read through my writings and as you travel on your journey. I will take you up on that drink! Thanks for all of your thoughts.
Posted by Alexys Fairfield on December 20, 2007 at 5:11 am
Hi Mark,
I just wanted to take this time to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. May the season of peace and goodwill always be yours and may the new year bring you a sense of renewal, joy, happiness and bountiful blessings.
I also wanted to tell you know that I thoroughly appreciate reading your outstanding blog. I know that it takes a lot of thought, preparation and time to consistently produce posts and I think you are doing an awesome job.
There are many people out there who rely on your words to get them through and many lost Souls who may never comment, but they too appreciate you. We all do. Thank you.
You really do make the world a brighter place. Keep up the good work.
I look forward to reading next year’s posts as I have read this year’s posts.
Warmest Wishes and Blessings,
Alexys
Posted by gypsy-heart on January 2, 2008 at 7:59 pm
Seems we are on the same journey..and somehow our paths have crossed. Going to read some of your posts now, and I will back to visit again.
Namaste’,
~gypsy-heart
Posted by tobeme on January 2, 2008 at 9:43 pm
Gypsy-Heart,
Welcome to my corner of the world. Your thoughts are always welcome here. Hope you enjoy exploring my blog. I will be checking yours out. Happy New Year! Hope to hear from you again.
Posted by awareness on January 4, 2008 at 3:45 pm
I had hoped there was an email address to connect with you, but based on the number of comments and the traffic on your site, it’s understandable. I think you would receive too many emails because what you write is very accessible to applicable to all who are ready for the journey. So, instead, I will ask you the questions I would’ve put in a more private email.
I was wondering though…….and have since I stumbled onto your site…….are you a counsellor? Facilitator? Have you published your work? I ask because I see similar threads and themes in your writing. I am both a counsellor and facilitator with a strong desire to write on the same kind of topics you do……one of my goals is to pull together some of my work and then seek out a publisher….. to let my writing lead my journey and work towards a career change which would include coaching and consulting work.
I am not asking for help………just intrigued that perhaps I have found someone else with the same interests and career path?
Posted by Brit Hammer on January 4, 2008 at 9:12 pm
I just wanted to express my heartfelt thanks for putting so eloquently in words how I feel about so many things. It heartens me to know that there are others in the world walking alongside me on my journey. Please continue to hold a candle to light the way for others, and I will do the same.
“People fear darkness, therefore light the way for them so that they may know the great love within themselves. Show them how to light their own candles so that the world may become brighter for everyone. You have this power in you.”
– Johnathan (one of my spirit guides)
Namaste,
Brit
Posted by Rachel on January 19, 2008 at 10:54 pm
I was reading the comments and the fact that you like to remain in anonymous state. I find that people are quick to judge to either limit or set unrealistic expectations on a person. I always felt fairly average and those who were closest to me said ” you are far from average” A nake soul it is those I believe that fall within the kindred spirits that can truly see another human being from the inside. Yet I have experience how at one glimpse of a person instantly an image is formed. Who you are , status, ability, etc. I have always found this completely frustrating and yet these limitaions are an ongoing experience in life. I know we all come into life to experience and we all shall leave this body behind and that is all one can really be assured of. But I am also aware that when I am wearing a suit dress that I am more likely to be respected then in a t shirt and jeans. Simple steps of respect that I have experienced shaking of hands to simply personal advantages better treatment in shops and resturants. Life can be cruel to the disadvantaged and all it feels like a huge game at times, reinventing of self. I agree that your writing stands on its own merit, as you have removed your outer being as
a measure of determining your qualifications to expres yourself.
Posted by tobeme on January 23, 2008 at 8:22 pm
Awareness,
Sorry for the delayed response, some how I missed this comment.
My e-mail is mark.brown@cte.com. Feel free to write to me.
By proffession I am not a cousler or facilitator, even though in many ways I do serve in these roles.
I have not been published. I too desire to go the route of publishing my work. I have not yet pursued this path. The one thing that I am struggling with is how to organize what I write in a manner that would flow well in a book.
You have a great talent for writing, I encourage you to keep moving towards getting published. I would love to share anything each of us may find as we travel the path of a writer.
I would agree that we have similar interests and are traveling a like path. Drop me an e-mail.
Posted by tobeme on January 23, 2008 at 11:48 pm
Brit,
Sorry this response has taken so long. I need to remember to check this page more often. I am glad that you find comfort here and that you realize that there are many who are on a similar path as you. I love the words from Jonathan your spirt guide. Very wise indeed. We are all full of light, we must simply lift the covers and allow it to shine on all of this world and help others to lift their veil of darkness.
I appreciate your kind words. Welcome. Your thoughts are always welcome here.
Posted by tobeme on January 24, 2008 at 12:11 am
Rachel,
I appreciate your understanding. As time goes on, I feel that I am ready to reveal more of my physical self. I do believe that most people do make decisions based on physical appearance. I often question the concept of placing ones picture on the back cover of a book. Many people are instantly turned off because of gender or outward appearance before they even attempt to read the content of the book.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Posted by Catherine Magree on January 25, 2008 at 11:17 am
I stumbled across your blog — I find your openmindedness refreshing and sympathise with your spiritual quest. I’m currently reading Dawkins’ The God Delusion, and although I object to the terms of his argument (spirituality stems from experience, not belief) it’s forcing me to think about what I actually do believe in — if not a supernatural God, then what? What exactly is out there (and in us) and will scientists one day be able to quantify it?
I’ve recently started a blog with a spiritual theme, Inspired Shopping, and would be extremely grateful if you’d consider including it in your blogroll. It’s about an approach to shopping that I developed very gradually and accidentally. I’ve long been an admirer of Shakti Gawain, and I’ve combined her insights on intuition with twelve-step principles and mindfulness in my shopping life and found I’m more likely to buy the things I want and need. I would love people to try out the ideas and see if they help them become better shoppers.
Posted by tobeme on January 25, 2008 at 7:16 pm
Catherine,
Welcome to my corner of the blog world. Glad that you like what you have read here so far.
I have not read Dawkin’s book. It intriques me a little, however I don’t believe now is the time for me to read it. It’s good that it is making you think and raising your awareness.
As far as adding you to my blog roll, I will check out your blog and let you know. Sounds interesting.
Your thoughts are always welcome here. Hope to hear from you again.
Posted by RubyShooZ on January 27, 2008 at 11:13 pm
Hi Mark,
Since this seems to be the place for Q./A. I’ve got a question and that’s about whether or not you think your goals when you started this blog have changed since you began. (II think I posed that correctly) I just answered this question recently on my own blog and some other chimed in with their own thoughts and views and I wondered what yours were.
Thanks for your time.
Always love and peace.
Posted by tobeme on January 28, 2008 at 8:36 pm
Ruby,
This is an excellent question. I just went back and read my first post and reviewed the goals that I outlined. I believe that my original intentions have not changed very much. This blog is meeting and exceeding my intentions and expectations. This blog has been a great tool, which has helped me to grow and evolve. I am truly blessed to have all of the input that I do from people like yourself. Blogging for me is still fun, something I look forward to everyday.
Thanks for asking.
Posted by rhosie on February 5, 2008 at 8:28 am
you have such a wonderful blogsite…all your post somehow we can relate…every topic tackled reflect each one of us and possible at some point we also experiencing that journey or scenario… i really enjoy reading your post at the same time im learning…
May Godbless you always…Thank you and keep writing and inspiring us… You’re such a gifted one…
Posted by enreal on February 7, 2008 at 10:03 am
Mark…I came across this…thought you might enjoy…look through the gallery, amazing imagery
http://www.ashesandsnow.org/
Posted by tobeme on February 8, 2008 at 8:18 pm
Enreal,
Thank-you very much!
Posted by Bop on February 23, 2008 at 1:41 am
I don’t think you’ve done any memes before, but I got tagged for two on books and I’d love to know more about what makes your reading list, so I’ve tagged you. If you want to play along that would be great (either here or in a response to my post) but if not, that’s okay too — don’t feel obligated if you don’t like memes. I understand.
Anyway, here’s the link:
http://extrasinmyordinarylife.blogspot.com/2008/02/extra-ordinary-memes.html
Posted by enreal on February 27, 2008 at 7:42 am
Got a project for you if you’re interested…wow are you going to be overwhelmed when you get back from your vacation…So many words, so little time…
http://enreal.wordpress.com/2008/02/26/six-defining-words/
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Posted by SanityFound on May 15, 2008 at 10:34 pm
I have only just found your blog through Enreals and I can see that I am going to enjoy reading further, since I started blogging I have found so many raw people, it gives me hope for humanity and a better society one without labels and prejudice. Keep up the good work and never lose hope!
Posted by tobeme on May 16, 2008 at 1:56 am
Sanity Found,
Welcome! I am glad that you find value in what you find here. I hope you take the time to read through some of my writings. Take care and keep sharing your thoughts.
Posted by LynxLee on May 22, 2008 at 10:55 am
Your writings are so inspiring to think more openly than we normally do. I like how you describe a simple everyday thought that we have and spread it to so many meanings and widen our awareness. Thanks!
Posted by tobeme on May 23, 2008 at 2:43 am
Lynxlee,
Glad that you enjoy my thoughts. Thank-you for your inspiring words.
Posted by Dave on June 27, 2008 at 8:57 pm
You know as much as anyone else does! we’re all hedging our bets… you included.
Posted by soulscaping vamp on August 28, 2008 at 11:08 pm
‘tobeme’ – your blog resonates with me, your words resonate with me & the overall general sentiment of the essence of what it is like to be you .. same same but different different
thank you for adding me to your blogroll – i have done likewise & look forward to further perusing your posts .. glad to make acquaintances with another kindred spirit!
namaste,
vamp
Posted by tobeme on August 30, 2008 at 12:24 am
Vamp,
I enjoyed looking at your blog. Glad you find something here. I look forward to our friendship.
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I l landed on to your blog through the wordpress dashboard and could see that we do have some common people between us like Sanity Found. I do feel some of the thoughts that you have mentioned on here would be something that I would have echoed as well. Felt a lot of similarity, would be sure a regular reader here. Great Blog – keep it up!
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Posted by movindowntheroad on February 6, 2009 at 10:22 pm
LOVING your blog. A gem I just stumbled on and look forward to reading more (from the beginning and then onward)
Posted by MindyMom on February 7, 2009 at 5:11 am
Your comment to T today was so thoughtful I thought I should come check you out! I’m glad I did. Now I will go read your blog and will be checking back again in the future.
Posted by Evita on February 17, 2009 at 4:31 am
Hello Mark!
It is a pleasure to have found your “being”, your blog and your wonderful writing. Your blog is so soft and has a wonderful calming look. Your writing is deeply moving, wise and thought provoking. And you being shines through as a great beacon of light.
As I continue on my own spiritual awakening and journey, I am glad to move through life’s experiences with people like you.
Posted by tobeme on February 17, 2009 at 5:03 am
Evita,
I am so glad that we have crossed paths and found each other. Thank-you so much for your kind words. I am glad that you find this a place of peace and love. Much love to you!
Posted by Stream on February 18, 2009 at 4:00 am
Reading your blog makes me feel like I feel while closing my eyes and catching a snowflake on the tip of my tongue.
What you capture with words, is that good…
Posted by tobeme on February 18, 2009 at 7:32 pm
Stream,
Wow! I am humbled by your comment! Never has anyone paid me a higher compliment then this, thank-you!
Posted by jjsolutions on March 8, 2009 at 4:07 pm
I’m fascinated by your beautiful blog! I wondered if you’d be interested in a book I have commissioned, which aims to make the Sacred Text of Jesus accessible to spiritual seekers from all walks of life. In short, the book gives fresh access to the stories of Jesus by weaving modern day writings and images throughout the Sacred Texts. Writings include meditations, prayers of harmony, beautiful poetry and topical articles, which help to give a broader perspective on certain relevant issues in the Texts. Some of the topics include: Crystals, Angels, the Environment, Wisdom and Astrology.
Let me know if you’d be keen to see the sample chapter or talk about it more. Here is the web link- http://jjsolutions.wordpress.com/projects/book-awaken-the-spirit/
If its not your thing, that’s ok.
Blessings and peace,
Jay
Seekers.word@gmail.com
Posted by dadshouse on March 12, 2009 at 10:18 pm
You are an aweseome writer. I read one of your comments on a single mom blog, and it was so clear, insightful, wise, lucid. It’s the type of writing I aspire to whenever I pen serious thoughts.
I’m looking forward to checking out your blog.
Posted by underOvr on April 10, 2009 at 11:23 pm
Good afternoon,
Someone left a comment on my blog and the link brought me here.
I will return and read of your journey.
U
Posted by Finding Pam on May 24, 2009 at 7:53 pm
I feel total peace and tranquility reading your blog. I enjoyed your comment about ego.
EGO-
E-edging
G-God
O-out
Blessings and peace.
Pam
Posted by Amy Jewell on May 27, 2009 at 10:27 pm
Are you on Twitter? I am @cirklagirl – would love to follow you!
Posted by tobeme on May 27, 2009 at 10:48 pm
Amy,
Nice to meet you. Glad that you are enjoying what you are finding in my writing and the comments of the readers. I am not yet on Twitter.
Posted by JackiesMagic on June 6, 2009 at 5:57 pm
Hi Mark,
I have a hankering for some Naked Soul wisdom & insight.. on my “This” post.. I have a feeling you are not online on the weekend.. so I’ll check back!
Blessings!
Posted by tobeme on June 6, 2009 at 11:14 pm
Jackie,
I am not in a position at the moment to share insight about your post, however I will do so as soon as I have the opportunity. I am honored that you are asking for my insight. Have a blessed weekend!
Posted by Carol on June 9, 2009 at 11:33 am
Hello Mark,
I somehow found your blog a little while ago and am very grateful that I did. I believe there is a Buddhist saying, something like, ” when a student is ready a teacher will appear” and you are a wonderful teacher though I am afraid I have much to learn! Thank you for wriitng about and sharing your thoughts.