Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Welcome to FlexingHeart.com Richard and Maureen Levy
Oneness • Awareness • Stability
Come with us as we learn to use life’s inconveniences
to awaken to love’s presence
In these tumultuous times, it has never been more important to develop a spacious mind of peace and an open heart. Richard and Maureen Levy present teachings and a direct experience of the divine to move one forward into inner peace and a deeper sense of love and appreciation for yourself and others.
It is our pleasure to serve you!
where the buddhaful mind of the presence touches the heart of the living truthHE SIX NOBLE TRUTHS OF UNITY
1. There is only One Presence and One Power in the Universe: God, the Good, Omnipotent. No matter what the outer circumstances may be showing us, God is ever present.
2. We are spiritual beings, created in God’s image; therefore, we are innately good. The Spirit of God lives within each of us.
3. We create our life’s experiences by how we choose to act/react to the events of our lives. By consciously choosing our thoughts and becoming aware of our feelings, we can change our reality.
4. Prayer and meditation open our insight, intuition, and conscious awareness of the Divine Presence which is within us always. Through daily practice we reconnect to this Presence. This is our inner work.
5. Through the practices of lovingkindness and forgiveness, we bring the Spirit of God into the world. This is our outer work.
6. We live these principles through practical application, by practicing daily. Remember, that which is done with ease, was first practiced with great diligence.
Spiritual Practices: View, Practice, Action
Buddhist thought speaks of View, Practice, and Action. In using this framework, we can take a simple look at Unity’s spiritual beliefs and practices which are supported and upheld through our Sunday services, classes and programs.
Unity’s view comes from our first basic Spiritual Principle. There is only One Presence and One Power in the universe, God, the Good, Omnipotent. From this perspective we understand that all things are a part of this One Dynamic, Loving Presence. No matter what shows up in our life, beneath, above and through it all, The One Presence and One Power is there, loving us, supporting us, living through us.
Unity uses the practices of meditation and prayer to help us take an honest look at not only our divinity, but also our humanity. These practices help us to look deeply at what is going on inside of ourselves. We see not only the good within us, but we look at the parts that most of us want to run away from: the anger, resentment, jealousy, fear…As long as we run away from these emotions, we are ruled by them. The more we sit in meditation, the more we pray, the more we realize the whole universe is playing out inside of our own being! This helps us develop a sense of humor and a grander perspective about our individual condition, as well as our collective condition on planet earth. In these moments of fearless investigation of ourselves, “my pain”, “my suffering”, “my anger” is transformed into “the pain”, “the suffering”, “the anger” that we all share. This is when real transformation and healing become possible in the world, because we are dealing with it within ourselves.
From this honest investigation, we take action in the world. The spontaneous actions we take come from the Wellspring of Love, which lies just beneath the surface of all turmoil. These acts include lovingkindness, forgiveness, compassion, and generosity. We no longer see others as separate, but rather as extensions of the One Self of which we are all a part. These are the greatest actions we can take in this world.
Available for Sunday Services, Workshops, Retreats, Board Retreats,
Meditation Retreats, Weddings and Funerals
Come with us as we learn to use life’s inconveniences
to awaken to love’s presence
In these tumultuous times, it has never been more important to develop a spacious mind of peace and an open heart. Richard and Maureen Levy present teachings and a direct experience of the divine to move one forward into inner peace and a deeper sense of love and appreciation for yourself and others.
It is our pleasure to serve you!
where the buddhaful mind of the presence touches the heart of the living truthHE SIX NOBLE TRUTHS OF UNITY
1. There is only One Presence and One Power in the Universe: God, the Good, Omnipotent. No matter what the outer circumstances may be showing us, God is ever present.
2. We are spiritual beings, created in God’s image; therefore, we are innately good. The Spirit of God lives within each of us.
3. We create our life’s experiences by how we choose to act/react to the events of our lives. By consciously choosing our thoughts and becoming aware of our feelings, we can change our reality.
4. Prayer and meditation open our insight, intuition, and conscious awareness of the Divine Presence which is within us always. Through daily practice we reconnect to this Presence. This is our inner work.
5. Through the practices of lovingkindness and forgiveness, we bring the Spirit of God into the world. This is our outer work.
6. We live these principles through practical application, by practicing daily. Remember, that which is done with ease, was first practiced with great diligence.
Spiritual Practices: View, Practice, Action
Buddhist thought speaks of View, Practice, and Action. In using this framework, we can take a simple look at Unity’s spiritual beliefs and practices which are supported and upheld through our Sunday services, classes and programs.
Unity’s view comes from our first basic Spiritual Principle. There is only One Presence and One Power in the universe, God, the Good, Omnipotent. From this perspective we understand that all things are a part of this One Dynamic, Loving Presence. No matter what shows up in our life, beneath, above and through it all, The One Presence and One Power is there, loving us, supporting us, living through us.
Unity uses the practices of meditation and prayer to help us take an honest look at not only our divinity, but also our humanity. These practices help us to look deeply at what is going on inside of ourselves. We see not only the good within us, but we look at the parts that most of us want to run away from: the anger, resentment, jealousy, fear…As long as we run away from these emotions, we are ruled by them. The more we sit in meditation, the more we pray, the more we realize the whole universe is playing out inside of our own being! This helps us develop a sense of humor and a grander perspective about our individual condition, as well as our collective condition on planet earth. In these moments of fearless investigation of ourselves, “my pain”, “my suffering”, “my anger” is transformed into “the pain”, “the suffering”, “the anger” that we all share. This is when real transformation and healing become possible in the world, because we are dealing with it within ourselves.
From this honest investigation, we take action in the world. The spontaneous actions we take come from the Wellspring of Love, which lies just beneath the surface of all turmoil. These acts include lovingkindness, forgiveness, compassion, and generosity. We no longer see others as separate, but rather as extensions of the One Self of which we are all a part. These are the greatest actions we can take in this world.
Available for Sunday Services, Workshops, Retreats, Board Retreats,
Meditation Retreats, Weddings and Funerals
Please visit www.FlexingHeart.com for more information. Live life with true Aloha!!!!!
Monday, April 27, 2009
Discover Hawaii's Natural Beauty
Discover Hawaii’s Natural Beauty If you’re looking for fresh floral air, warm and calm waters, sunny beaches and beautiful sunrises and sunsets to refresh and energize you, then the Big Island of Hawaii is the place for you. Altogether, the chain of Hawaiian Islands has a breathtaking, natural beautywhich encompasses incredible scenery, vistas, valleys, violent waterfalls, blowing winds & volcanic Island chains. People are also attracted by the Hawaiian mystical rainforests and clear blue waters. Hawaii, with its wide spread flora, fauna and fresh greenery, is the perfect place to satisfy your strong desire for tropical adventure. Hawaii is the home to one of the world’s most active and dormant volcanoes, rainbows, snow, rushing rivers, historical sites and the world’s tallest sea mountains. But perhaps Hawaii’s most unique feature is its Aloha Spirit: the warm affection of the people of Hawaii that wonderfully complements the Islands’ fluctuating temperatures. Activities like hiking, bird watching, sailboat tours, kayaking, deep sea fishing, diving and snorkeling are regular pastimes in local life. Unlike some other more developed islands in the volcanic chain, the Big Island feels more prehistoric, exotic, lush and wild. Vacation Rentals in Hawaii The array of Hawaii Vacation Rentals found here, combine the unique, practically attractive landscapes of the Big Island with a fresh level of beauty. The elegant and masterfully designed homes, cottages and condos look graceful among the residential neighborhood, while providing breathtaking oceanfront views on the magnificent Kohala and Kona Coast. The Big Island & the Kona and Kohala coasts provide a great variety of opportunities for relaxation. In Hawaii, people can find plenty of vacation cottages, suitable for couples, small families and even groups. People can enjoy their holidays in well furnished & beautifully designed houses and gorgeous private rentals. Some of the world’s most upscale resorts are found here. The vacation rentals of Hawaii are perfect for both adventure and nature lovers to discover and enjoy the charming island.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Maui Glass Blowing -- Da Factory
DaFactory's hotshop crew creates a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, to honor Furthur.
Portland June 19th 2008. Portland, Oregon
DaFactory Glass Studio from Maui, Hawaii is bringing their show on the road, with an exciting evening of live glassblowing, spoken word and musical entertainment. The Merry Band of Pranksters, a group originally formed around Oregon author Ken Kesey in the early 1960!s, will be bringing the Furthur bus to Portland for a very rare appearance. COME GET ON THE BUS
Da magic of Da Factory
And so began my Da Factory experience.
by Vanessa Ghantous The first time I went looking for Da Factory at the Pauwela Cannery, I wasn’t sure I was in the right place. Sure, there was a big sign on the front of the building that said “Da Factory,” but as I made my way down a very long, deserted, windowless concrete hallway, with minimal lighting and a lot of metal doors, I seriously considered turning around. Then, towards the end of the hall, I saw an open door...Entire article at Haleakala Times
Optical Delusion
The glass blowing at Da Factory is far more than meets the eye
by Starr Begley Walking into Da Factory in the Pauwela Cannery is a lot like I imagine a desert at midday feels like, but a lot more industrial. Because of the humungous 600-pound pot furnace and four “glory-holes” in various sizes, the large 1,400 square foot studio is hot. But it’s a dry heat...Entire article at The Maui Time Weekly
DAFACTORY CELEBRATES ITS 1ST ANNIVERSARY ON SATURDAY, APRIL 5th
Glassblowing, Fashion Show and DaFactory All-Star Band Music Performance
Rock the North Shore on “First Saturday Art Walk” at Haiku’s Pauwela Cannery
HAIKU, MARCH 25, 2008 … DaFactory Glass Studio celebrates its 1st Anniversary on Saturday, April 5th with an exciting evening of glassblowing, a fashion show, DaFactory All-Star Band musical entertainment, all part of the anniversary festivities at the “First Saturday Art Walk” at the historic Pauwela Cannery in Haiku. Check it out NOW!.
Playing with fire
By Sky Barnhart, For The Maui News
It’s hot in here. Deep inside Pauwela Cannery, the heat fills every corner of DaFactory–not a passive, stuffy heat; but the raging, vibrant heat of working fire. A blowtorch shoots flame into the air next to a workbench; a small kiln smolders off to one side; a huge furnace bakes in the center of the room... Entire article at The Maui News.
DaFactory is an ULTRA-SHOP with state of the art equipment.
1400 square foot shop
Open floorplan
600 lb pot furnace
1 Large hole
2 medium holes
1 small hole
DaFactory is setup to create large scale glass work.
DaFactory hosts Live Glassblowing events.
DaFactory has parties that spark lots of creative energy.
DaFactory has art happening simultaneously in a variety of different mediums.
DaFactory hosts world class chefs who incorporate glassworking equipment and hot glass into food creation!
DaFactory is located in the famous Pauwela Cannery, an old pineapple cannery turned artistic hotspot and housing a variety of unique businesses including:
A coffee spot
Several surfboard shapers
Woodworkers, welders and more
Portland June 19th 2008. Portland, Oregon
DaFactory Glass Studio from Maui, Hawaii is bringing their show on the road, with an exciting evening of live glassblowing, spoken word and musical entertainment. The Merry Band of Pranksters, a group originally formed around Oregon author Ken Kesey in the early 1960!s, will be bringing the Furthur bus to Portland for a very rare appearance. COME GET ON THE BUS
Da magic of Da Factory
And so began my Da Factory experience.
by Vanessa Ghantous The first time I went looking for Da Factory at the Pauwela Cannery, I wasn’t sure I was in the right place. Sure, there was a big sign on the front of the building that said “Da Factory,” but as I made my way down a very long, deserted, windowless concrete hallway, with minimal lighting and a lot of metal doors, I seriously considered turning around. Then, towards the end of the hall, I saw an open door...Entire article at Haleakala Times
Optical Delusion
The glass blowing at Da Factory is far more than meets the eye
by Starr Begley Walking into Da Factory in the Pauwela Cannery is a lot like I imagine a desert at midday feels like, but a lot more industrial. Because of the humungous 600-pound pot furnace and four “glory-holes” in various sizes, the large 1,400 square foot studio is hot. But it’s a dry heat...Entire article at The Maui Time Weekly
DAFACTORY CELEBRATES ITS 1ST ANNIVERSARY ON SATURDAY, APRIL 5th
Glassblowing, Fashion Show and DaFactory All-Star Band Music Performance
Rock the North Shore on “First Saturday Art Walk” at Haiku’s Pauwela Cannery
HAIKU, MARCH 25, 2008 … DaFactory Glass Studio celebrates its 1st Anniversary on Saturday, April 5th with an exciting evening of glassblowing, a fashion show, DaFactory All-Star Band musical entertainment, all part of the anniversary festivities at the “First Saturday Art Walk” at the historic Pauwela Cannery in Haiku. Check it out NOW!.
Playing with fire
By Sky Barnhart, For The Maui News
It’s hot in here. Deep inside Pauwela Cannery, the heat fills every corner of DaFactory–not a passive, stuffy heat; but the raging, vibrant heat of working fire. A blowtorch shoots flame into the air next to a workbench; a small kiln smolders off to one side; a huge furnace bakes in the center of the room... Entire article at The Maui News.
DaFactory is an ULTRA-SHOP with state of the art equipment.
1400 square foot shop
Open floorplan
600 lb pot furnace
1 Large hole
2 medium holes
1 small hole
DaFactory is setup to create large scale glass work.
DaFactory hosts Live Glassblowing events.
DaFactory has parties that spark lots of creative energy.
DaFactory has art happening simultaneously in a variety of different mediums.
DaFactory hosts world class chefs who incorporate glassworking equipment and hot glass into food creation!
DaFactory is located in the famous Pauwela Cannery, an old pineapple cannery turned artistic hotspot and housing a variety of unique businesses including:
A coffee spot
Several surfboard shapers
Woodworkers, welders and more
www.HiloSailing.com Captain Dan Lappala
You are invited to come sailing!
Captain Dan offers offshore sail-training and navigation expeditions
For more than 20 years, Capt. Dan has been navigating and sharing knowledge with sailors who have a passion for learning and adventure. Join him for an instructional passage aboard the Prelude, a 34' Hunter, sloop which will give you the skills and ability to sail and understand yacht systems from keel to the riging standing and runing on your own yacht or mine with more confidence!
Allow me to show you the time of your life while showing you the art of sailing inside Hilo bay within the calm waters of the bay or on the high seas outside the 3 mile breakwall. Or chart your own Hawaiian island vacation passage to Kona, Hawaii, Maui or Oahu; Waikiki beach, Kauai, Hawaiian Islands, and sharing art of sailing and Hawaiian folklore.
Captain Dan offers offshore sail-training and navigation expeditions
For more than 20 years, Capt. Dan has been navigating and sharing knowledge with sailors who have a passion for learning and adventure. Join him for an instructional passage aboard the Prelude, a 34' Hunter, sloop which will give you the skills and ability to sail and understand yacht systems from keel to the riging standing and runing on your own yacht or mine with more confidence!
Allow me to show you the time of your life while showing you the art of sailing inside Hilo bay within the calm waters of the bay or on the high seas outside the 3 mile breakwall. Or chart your own Hawaiian island vacation passage to Kona, Hawaii, Maui or Oahu; Waikiki beach, Kauai, Hawaiian Islands, and sharing art of sailing and Hawaiian folklore.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Hawaii Vacation Rentals, Inc.
Vacation Rentals on the Big Island Hawaii!
Your local Luxury Hawaii Vacation Rentals Specialists. Locally owned and operated in historic Puako Hawaii.We offer unique private Big Island homes and condos for vacation rental from Kona to Hawaii along the majestic Kohala Coast. Many of these homes are situated on the same shoreline as several Luxury resort hotels including the Luxurious Four Seasons at Hualalai, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows, the Orchid at Mauna Lani, Hilton Waikoloa Village and Outrigger Waikoloa and of course the unique community of Puako Hawaii. These resorts afford you world-class golf and tennis along with excellent shopping, dining and recreational facilities. All rentals require 5 to 7 night minimum stay with special restrictions and rates for holiday rentals.
Your local Luxury Hawaii Vacation Rentals Specialists. Locally owned and operated in historic Puako Hawaii.We offer unique private Big Island homes and condos for vacation rental from Kona to Hawaii along the majestic Kohala Coast. Many of these homes are situated on the same shoreline as several Luxury resort hotels including the Luxurious Four Seasons at Hualalai, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows, the Orchid at Mauna Lani, Hilton Waikoloa Village and Outrigger Waikoloa and of course the unique community of Puako Hawaii. These resorts afford you world-class golf and tennis along with excellent shopping, dining and recreational facilities. All rentals require 5 to 7 night minimum stay with special restrictions and rates for holiday rentals.
Big Island rentals Oahu vacation rentals Maui vacation rentals Kauai vacation rentals
The Big Island of Hawaii, which is bigger than all of the other islands combined, still has the true authentic feel of old Hawaii. Unlike the other more developed islands in the chain, the Big Island feels primordial and wild. And for health-conscious travelers, adventure loving enthusiasts, and romantic traveling, Hawaii is a favorite. Activities like hiking, kayaking, deep sea fishing, diving and snorkeling play a big part in local life, which is primarily lived outdoors in the warm but trade wind-cooled breezes. If you're looking for a low-key, outdoorsy holiday in Hawaii, the Big Island is the tropical sanctuary you seek.
Puako Home Sales Blog
Locally owned and operated here in Puako, Hawaii Vacation Rentals is the best choice for creating your dream vacation. The translation of Puako is literally “sugar cane blossom” Pua (blossom) and Ko (sugar cane). The area was settled by the Hawaiians, who established several small fishing villages along the coast. Puako has a rich history of petroglyph art. Access to the Puako pertroglyphs through the Mauna Lani Resort.The Polynesians first spoke of a mystical island paradise to the north called Hawaii or "Hawa'i." When they finally set foot on Hawaii's Big Island around A.D. 600, they discovered an enormous, lush land mass, with thousand-foot waterfalls, thriving reefs, fertile valleys, and volcanoes exploding with red lava.
Locally owned and operated here in Puako, Hawaii Vacation Rentals is the best choice for creating your dream vacation. The translation of Puako is literally “sugar cane blossom” Pua (blossom) and Ko (sugar cane). The area was settled by the Hawaiians, who established several small fishing villages along the coast. Puako has a rich history of petroglyph art. Access to the Puako pertroglyphs through the Mauna Lani Resort.The Polynesians first spoke of a mystical island paradise to the north called Hawaii or "Hawa'i." When they finally set foot on Hawaii's Big Island around A.D. 600, they discovered an enormous, lush land mass, with thousand-foot waterfalls, thriving reefs, fertile valleys, and volcanoes exploding with red lava.
Friday, April 10, 2009
Big Island Styling!! www.HawaiiHHO.com
Check out the new HHO Powered Limos on the Kohala Coast . Still in the beginning process but soon these cherry classics will be running with the new HHO Water to Gas system.
Would you like to save money on gas and at the same time help out the environment?You are asking how you can do all that? There is a way for you to convert your car to run on water and gas. A car that runs on water is impossible you are thinking? But it is and thousands of people do it!
Why use water?
- You are saving money on gas- The engine's life expectancy is increased!- It makes the engine perform better!- The carbon deposits are removed and they do not accumulate in the future!- The overall temperature of the motor is decreased!- The motor is not as noisy as with gasoline fuel!- The conversion is reversible so the warranty of the car stays.- It is simple and the material is affordable!- Your friends will envy your success in saving some money on gas!
- You are saving money on gas- The engine's life expectancy is increased!- It makes the engine perform better!- The carbon deposits are removed and they do not accumulate in the future!- The overall temperature of the motor is decreased!- The motor is not as noisy as with gasoline fuel!- The conversion is reversible so the warranty of the car stays.- It is simple and the material is affordable!- Your friends will envy your success in saving some money on gas!
The LimoCruz!!!!!!!!
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