At times I have an urge to dispose of the television. Daily it is filled with stories that require much deciphering on my part to get to the actual truth. Getting to the truth is not an easy task for the most committed of people and I must confess I would rather be doing other more fun things like making art. The television fills our minds with fear, uncertainty, and a sense of helplessness over the enormity of problems that require steadfast solutions. But in my meditation book I found this message that asks of me to do my part: "It seems to me that in the long run it is impossible to maintain a democratic society unless you can spread the benefits and burdens of being an American citizen reasonably evenly." ---Felix Rohatyn---
"In our relationships, in our work and play, do we assume an equal share of the burdens, and do we get a reasonable amount of benefits in exchange? There's no way to calculate the burdens and benefits of living. Bur our own inner awareness is a pretty accurate measure: if you feel ripped off and resentful, then something's wrong. Often we're reluctant to track down the source of our guilt or our resentment; we're afraid that what we find may force us to change the way we live and work, and change is painful. Letting go of a source of pain can be as difficult as losing a source of pleasure."--The Promise of a New Day---This is an image of St. Jude "Patron Saint of Hopeless Causes" by Mexican folk artist Lorenzo Lucas.
