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Greetings... This is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada. The Day commemorates Indigenous History and reconciliation efforts, given the atrocities of cultural genocide via the residential school system. There is a conscious effort to address past wrongs and to set the stage for a more equitable and fairer future for all. What might be your current thinking about this designation? Here’s a related composition…. 
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Good day, and happy Autumn…
Having a grateful heart does wonders. I am presently finalizing a poem on this topic for the YouTube poetry post on October 1st. In the meantime, I share some verses below. All the best as you continue to abide and thrive in the spirit of gratefulness. GRATEFULNESS [EXCERPT] ..... True expressions of gratitude Are key to healthy connections As grace is released lavishly Both in us and through our actions Beauty inhabits thankfulness It’s the wealth in the human heart And out of that selfsame storehouse Compassionate care we impart In all, gratefulness is freeing And has a contagion effect Tempering our relationships With empathy and deep respect Ah, gratefulness can change a day Even our very countenance Recognizing how blest we are Boosts our hope with strong assurance ….. So, filled with appreciation We mindfully take time to see The promise in each circumstance And the innate goodness there be ….. Like sunlight that prompts plants to grow Or truth that’s the basis for trust The soul in humble wholesomeness Regards gratefulness as a must David McAdam ©2026 www.davidmcadam.ca #gratefulness #gratitude #thanksgiving #alive #thankfulness Greetings...
As we continue to face heightening uncertainty throughout the world, it is easy to become distracted, fearful, unsettled, et cetera. However, in the name of health and wholeness, we are brought back to these timeless reminders:
IN THE REALM OF STILLNESS In stillness is found great riches Our whole being is set at ease And well-poised for restoration In sweet calmness, we find release Giving ourselves to such moments There, unhindered love flows in full Undistracted, in abandon Our senses transcend reason’s pull David McAdam © 2026 - www.davidmcadam.ca #keepcalm #rest #sanity #peace Greetings… I trust you are thriving - in good health and wellness. This week, we pause to honour victims, families, loved ones, and first responders in the notorious 9/11 attacks that shook the world. The following related poem is an encore. So much has happened in the last twenty-five years, and I am left wondering to what extent a catastrophe such as 9/11 is likely to recur.  #9/11 #worldtradecentre #underattack #terror
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Good day and happy September. As is well known, we are living in differently challenging times. Generally, goalposts are ever changing, guardrails are compromised, and the new norm includes heightening fakeness and relativism. Through all the uncertainties, we can take confidence in the knowledge that truth wins out in the end. May we wisely stay aligned with truth, and find peace as enduring truth demonstrates its full effect - and completes its perfect work. TRUTH MARCHES ON Can you detect it in the air Strong as the noonday sun? There is a message bright and clear ‘The truth still marches on’ Truth penetrates in places dark Dispelling gloom and doom To liberate the heavy heart So, peace can find some room And though it may seem otherwise With troubles and despair Nothing can stop the impact that Truth brings in fine repair Truth gives great energy to love That helps to shape our view Then suss out promising prospects And somehow see them through O’er centuries, rogues have tried hard The way of truth, to shun But truth proves irrefutable And cannot be outdone See earthly kingdoms rise and fall Of permanence, there’s none Yet heaven’s truth, from ancient days Forever marches on David McAdam © 2026 - www.davidmcadam.ca Hello…
We are living in a world of such deep restlessness and uncertainty, that we sometimes forget life’s dealings in duality. You see, amidst the mayhem, tension, fighting, et cetera, we are also afforded great opportunities. Hope says we will never despair, and we will do our best to steadfastly shine a light for the betterment of self and others. This is a test of character which requires conviction and courage. We must also keep reminding ourselves that we have what it takes to champion just causes and to weather any storm, especially in the spirit of togetherness. So, considering all that we face [including personal challenges, and escalating trade wars], it is worth asking: What is within my power to do and be, to promote peace, wholeness, health, and stability? Below are some short verses to ponder. Which one resonates with you the most?
©2026 Greetings... This week we continue with the theme of relationships. Increasingly, it is evident that we are living in a crazy world, where immense uncertainty is the order of the day. Among other things, these unprecedented times underscore our need for each other - perhaps more that we sometimes realize or admit. Of a truth, we make the best of life TOGETHER. Genuine, meaningful relationships are vital for our health and well-being. The odds are in our favour as we unite and stay connected in wholesome, supportive ways. Today, we give thanks for the people who have helped, and are helping us to stay healthy and strong - as we navigate with courage and hope. Amidst the chaos, we seize opportunities for goodness, while we work and pray for brighter days. LOVE IN UNITY Sweet love abounds As in unity We are woven together Heart, mind, and soul With the scarlet thread of immutability Into a brilliant tapestry David A. McAdam © 2026 www.davidmcadam.ca  Good day...
True friendship is an expression of unwavering love, defined by enduring faith and hope through every circumstance. It is rooted in mindful goodness and cordial mutuality. In friendship, we fulfil a universal human need. We are challenged, strengthened, and fuelled on our journey, and living is made more worthwhile. It’s an immense privilege to have trustworthy, devoted, noble companions in a supportive relationship of choice - for life. Here's to you.... FRIENDS TOGETHER Friends gather with gladness And find strength in unity They choose to pause, listen, speak, and learn With quiet confidence Recognizing and favouring The power of contagion in calmness Over that in fear and hopeless dread Here, the pleasure of sharing truth together Is one sure way by which they bless and enliven the world David A. McAdam www.davidmcadam.ca  Greetings… On August 6, 1962, Jamaica became a sovereign nation. Happy 64th Anniversary to this most resilient land.  Greetings…. It has been a hot, humid, smokey summer. A couple of days ago, during a brief break in the valued afternoon rain, I ventured outside only to discover a wonderful surprise from the City - with the signage below.  I am grateful for this recognition.
One of my favourite thrills in gardening is to acquire and restore distressed, perennial plants. Amidst this experience, I am reminded that it is all too easy to write off what may appear hopeless. I am also impressed that each of us is peculiarly located in the garden of life, and as we are tended in timely, appropriate ways, we grow and bloom with spectacular beauty. Moreover, our impact is ever intensified as a collective. Along this line, here are some enduring lessons or reminders that I have gleaned from these rescue efforts, and gardening in general: 1. Life is a process 2. Respect and appreciate the seasons, and follow their rhythm 3. Patience and kindness are among the greatest virtues 4. Variety is inherently beautiful 5. Pruning enhances health, wholeness, and fruitfulness 6. Stay open, flexible, adaptable, and resilient 7. Life brings us surprises in multiplied ways, and often with simplicity 8. Good grounding and a balanced diet are essential for healthful living 9. Some things are beyond our control 10.We make a unique, positive difference as we freely share our gifts and talents. Good cheers. |
