tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3039407930743334275.post4678193707087790133..comments2023-06-02T06:24:27.404-06:00Comments on Plain Talk and Ordinary Wisdom: AlonePathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14342681914492890553noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3039407930743334275.post-23374838286023405872008-05-12T21:26:00.000-06:002008-05-12T21:26:00.000-06:00JEMi - so glad to have you back. I appreciate what...JEMi - so glad to have you back. I appreciate what you said on what you're learning how to be alone.<BR/><BR/>I'm proud of you and how you've met the challenge of being alone not having a choice.<BR/><BR/>Unlike you and Dick, I've never been out on my own these 60 years of my life. My life lessons have come more in the form of learning to connect and be with others.<BR/><BR/>I can imagine how sweet the oneness would feel and I could get comfortable with the quiet moments. I catch glimpses of it at times and could stay there.<BR/><BR/>You're an inspiration to me in what you're learning and in your strength and courage.<BR/><BR/>I'm happy to have you as my friend.<BR/><BR/>Blessings,Pathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14342681914492890553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3039407930743334275.post-39687762834045470362008-05-12T05:04:00.000-06:002008-05-12T05:04:00.000-06:00I am amazed. 35 years..I am actually learning how...I am amazed. 35 years..<BR/><BR/>I am actually learning how to be alone right now. I have grown to love aloneness - and to think at one point I didnt think I could survive it. <BR/><BR/>My thoughts are still plenty and I am still learning to quiet the mind some. <BR/>Its true - society has us thinking we NEED many things..but thats not the actual case<BR/><BR/>And to be one like that.. completely satisfied with whats at hand<BR/><BR/>I suppose I have aways to go but I can at least imagine it being a beautiful thing (as opposed to so horrified)<BR/><BR/>Beautiful writing Pat.. it's been a while but I havent forgotten ya! :)<BR/><BR/>(( hugs ))Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3039407930743334275.post-74947101266652456602008-05-11T13:13:00.000-06:002008-05-11T13:13:00.000-06:00Stephen - I'm sorry you weren't able to view this ...Stephen - I'm sorry you weren't able to view this via closed captioning. I trust you were still able to come away with some feeling and understanding of the character and resourceful of this man.<BR/><BR/>To me, I came away from this story appreciating what one human can do when their heart and soul calls out to them. Our culture screams everything opposite of it.<BR/><BR/>It was amazing how he continued to live so efficiently in such a remote area with very little.<BR/><BR/>You're right. He did have supplies brought in to him from the bush pilot, Babe Alsworth. How often, I don't know. It probably depended on the weather. So, he did have human contact and he left to visit his family on occasion.<BR/><BR/>Not having human contact could drive you stir crazy but after awhile I wonder what else replaces that need. Is it communion with Spirit and how wonderful would that be? What he really alone?<BR/><BR/>I guess we'd have to experience it like Dick did to understand. Not many of us are willing to take that challenge.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for your warm thoughts. It's good to have you share. I love your feedback.<BR/><BR/>Blessings,Pathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14342681914492890553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3039407930743334275.post-59080300706818496652008-05-11T05:00:00.000-06:002008-05-11T05:00:00.000-06:00Pat:I watched the Youtube video with fascination. ...Pat:<BR/><BR/>I watched the Youtube video with fascination. As I was admiring the scenery and witnessing him build a cabin, it made me wonder about things we take for granted - like how did he wash his clothes?<BR/><BR/>A click on the link you provided revealed that he received supplies from a bush pilot so he did have some human contact, right? Or did I misread that?<BR/><BR/>I think I would go stir crazy myself as I need human beings around me. But this story does show how little we need to survive. Amazing!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3039407930743334275.post-36360039963289564142008-05-10T12:13:00.000-06:002008-05-10T12:13:00.000-06:00Merelyme - thank you for stopping by and commentin...Merelyme - thank you for stopping by and commenting.<BR/><BR/>You're right about wanting human life around. I think it takes someone who is ready for the challenge like he was and willing to take it to the next level in exploring what this life is all about. I think he discovered the key to life's purpose at least for himself.<BR/><BR/>By the way, I stopped by your site <A HREF="http://mser4.blogspot.com/" REL="nofollow">Merely Me's Multiple Synchronicities (and sclerosis)</A> and poked around a little.<BR/><BR/>I like what you have to say and I especially like the design of your new site where you do your writing. It's reflective and expresses your journey similar to what I'm working on.<BR/><BR/>Hope you come back and visit again now that we've made this connection to share and help each other on this life's path.<BR/><BR/>Blessings,Pathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14342681914492890553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3039407930743334275.post-49183148233291265592008-05-09T16:40:00.000-06:002008-05-09T16:40:00.000-06:00I am thinking I would go a little stir crazy. I l...I am thinking I would go a little stir crazy. I like the idea of having human life surrounding me. Maybe it is because I grew up in the city. Nonetheless it does seem romantic to think about.Synchronicityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07631238942909923311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3039407930743334275.post-35841714894954660822008-05-09T06:37:00.000-06:002008-05-09T06:37:00.000-06:00Barbara - it is amazing how this man lived in peac...Barbara - it is amazing how this man lived in peace and harmony living off the land and connecting with the outside world periodically as they brought in supplies.<BR/><BR/>If you watch the PBS documentary "Alone in the Wilderness" you'll get a better idea on how resourceful and talented he is in how he created and built the things he needed.<BR/><BR/>I was impressed.Pathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14342681914492890553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3039407930743334275.post-85812614011955947612008-05-09T00:31:00.000-06:002008-05-09T00:31:00.000-06:00Hi Pat,That's remarkable, isn't it? It does remin...Hi Pat,<BR/><BR/>That's remarkable, isn't it? <BR/><BR/>It does remind us how some can (and do) survive on "the land". <BR/><BR/>I can imagine he grew to love the quiet, the sounds of nature, and the simplicity of his life. <BR/><BR/>Can you imagine how much change he saw in the world after being away from it for 35 years? <BR/><BR/>The story is a great reminder of how little we actually need to survive.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com