If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away.
- Henry David Thoreau

One of the things we Unitarians & Universalists cherish most is the uniqueness and individuality of each of us. We all bring different gifts, knowledge, understanding, and creativity. We more than acknowledge that we march to different drummers and different beats; we encourage each other to write and to play our own music and rhythm. So we have included some reflections here to illustrate the depth and range of our thought. Enjoy!

• Mother Earth's Day
• More reflections to come

From Mother's Day 2009:

Seattle, a Suquamish Chief writes, "Whatever befalls the earth befalls the sons and daughters of the earth. We did not weave the web of life; we are merely a strand in it. Whatever we do to the web, we do to ourselves."

Today, as we honor all mothers, we need to take time to honor Mother Earth. Where giving her a hanging basket may not be the appropriate gift, a visit, an acknowledgement of all of the great gifts she has bestowed on us, is. It is time to show gratitude for all of the beauty and diversity and the life that she creates and sustains. Take time today to marvel at the flowers and the birds and the trees, and yes, the dandelions, too. Gather a bunch and give it to someone you love. Pick one that has turned to seed and make a wish that our eyes remain open to all of the beauty that Mother Earth has given us. We are practicing our principles when we are present with the natural beauty that surrounds us. Respect your Mother.

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