Posts Tagged ‘Hawkeye Jay’

Director’s Message

Friday, March 5th, 2010

By Hawkeye Jay
As we near the end of 2009, I reflect on the many challenges this year has presented to so many of us. It is important to know that through all of it, growth and transformation happens to all of us. I give thanks for all the experiences that have created me and you to be just the way we are. We wisely use them to propel us toward our purpose.

“Man did not weave the web of life; he is merely a strand in it. Whatever he does to the web he does to himself.” – Chief Seattle

We are a human family – brothers and sisters sharing the same air on the same planet. In fact, quantum physics is revealing how this interconnectedness is a physical reality at the subatomic level. Oneness is encoded in our cells, our hearts, and our souls.

It has also been proven that when we are in service and giving of ourselves through acts of kindness our immune systems automatically improve and we are healthier and happier.
If you are reading this, there is a good chance that you are a part of the Mountain Wisdom family or tribe.

We share the vision of our youth being confident and making positive choices that contribute to themselves, their families and their communities.

The status quo is not good enough; changing it gives us the opportunity to make a big difference and settling for anything less is not effective or fun. With a persistent vision we will together allow change to happen.

I am asking you for a favor. Help others to connect with us. Tell others about our organization and send them to our website (http://www.mountainwisdominc.org). As Mountain Wisdom touches more people, these connections will lead to all of our success. NOW is the time and this is the place. Peace and Love on Earth, Hawkeye Jay

Mtn. Wisdom Winter Adventure

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

By Hawkeye Jay
We invited young men and staff in N. Ga. area to come together for a day hike. Sat Dec. 5th came, the day for the outing. We had snow and the coldest day of the season yet.

When we started up the trail the temperature was 27 degrees and about 2” of snow covering the ground. It was absolutely beautiful. Everyone was wrapped up and in good spirits. It was quiet and we listened. You could hear the breeze coming through the trees and a few winter birds chirping.

We arrived at the summit of Springer Mtn. (elevation 3,782 ft.). Springer Mtn. marks the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail. The Appalachian National Scenic Trail (AT) is a public footpath that follows 2,170 miles between Georgia and Maine.

We were in the clouds, visibility maybe 30 yards. Cold and windy but we were happy. We felt good about our accomplishment, glad to all be together in the moment, in the elements experiencing nature.