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World Monuments Fund Watch Day

Greetings to all. I would like to put into perspective today for Mira chose this very good day months ago to hold the World Monuments Fund Watch Day.  Just yesterday was the UN’s 69th birthday and I had the privilege of being in the General Assembly for its birthday as Lang Lang and Sting played.  …

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United Nations 69th Birthday

Deeply honored by the invitation from Mrs. Ban to attend the United Nation’s 69th Birthday Celebration, I rearranged my schedule and was there! What a happy evening for a happy birthday. It was presented by the United Nations in collaboration with the Lang Lang International Music Foundation.  The speakers included H.E. Mr. Ban Ki-Moon, H.E. …

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Santa Fe, New Mexico

When the All USA Meeting in Taos ended, my daughter and I went to Santa Fe. The city was a gentle reentry into the general culture, integrating many aspects of New Mexico. It’s the capital of the state so there are several large governmental buildings along with the grounding presence of the Native American everywhere, …

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Summer Solstice June 21

Allow the dross to burn away So your radiant light Shines on this longest day. May the yearnings of your spirit, now known, Meet the strong rays of the sun To show the path on your way home. For with the kiss of self illumination embracing, All bursts into golden blessing and When filled with …

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Women’s International Forum

The mission of the Women’s International Forum is to provide a forum for briefings and discussions on international affairs, in order to promote understanding and mutual appreciation among members of the diplomatic community, the United Nations Secretariat and the United Nations community at large.  WIF’s mission is to also  network, promote knowledge and raise awareness …

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United Nations International Bazaar

Mrs. Ban Soon-Taek, spouse of the United Nations Secretary General, invited her “dear friends” to participate in the 1st “United Nations International Bazaar”. Although this was sent out in February, she made a good choice of May 20th for it was a beautiful spring Tuesday. The event was held in the Rose Garden outside the …

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A Happy Green 2014

As you reflect on the year past, here is a simple ritual you can do to prepare for the new year: a happy green 2014.     Make a list of that which you wish to let go.  These may be negative thoughts, habits, traits, experiences, people.  Whatever. Then burn this list with all the …

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Winter Solstice

As the days shorten and the nights grow longer, we turn inwards – resting in the warmth of the heart with family and friends. Give yourself this chance to feel the holy joy of now. A bird sighting, the low sun’s light, the cold air, the embrace of a loved one: each is a treasured …

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Chanukkah

And if Chanukkah reverberates for you, consider that it, as Thanksgiving, is a holiday of religious freedom.  It is filled with the awe of faith & miracles. Indeed, Chanukkah is called the Festival of Light, extending for 8 happy days. The unique confluence of these 2 holidays is wonderful and empowers each other. Gratitude, empowered …

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Valentine’s Day

The best gift for Valentine’s Day – or any day – is all wrapped up, waiting to be opened. As we proceed to the Day of Love on February 14th, there are many possibilities: jewelry, red roses, clothes, chocolates, music, a romantic dinner.  Of course, these are all lovely and wonderful.  They are tried and …

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