The Mary Christopher Podcast

As I am writing this article and doing my podcast, the temperature is dropping rapidly, caused by cold air coming down from the North.  At the same time, moisture from the Gulf of Mexico is moving up.  That means we are going to have Snow early this morning!  And, not just a little, but potentially a lot of Snow.  All local schools are closed for tomorrow, and maybe Wednesday as well.  We are havi...

During this past week, I’ve been thinking about what could be the most effective means for responding to all the anger, fear, and divisiveness in our World.  We know the “craziness” is not limited to the United States, but the chaos here seems to be escalating. I decided that I would do more “short” meditations during the day, maybe 3 or 4 that were 10 to 15 minutes.  I also decided to use “heart-...

Several weeks ago I went to a local Native Plant Society “Seed Swap”.  I had a wonderful time.  I left with a blue paper bag full of carefully labeled pollinator plant seeds, a 2025 Soil Conservation Calendar as well as color-coded pages that showed the best time to plant each pollinator.  I also collected several excellent handouts about planting for Monarch Butterflies.  And, I won a brand new g...

Welcome to another Sunday evening meditation as we continue through a very dramatic period in our lives.  As I was working on this podcast, I remembered the 70s.  I thought about the drama and intensity of protest marches, the homeless people in the big cities, and, of course, the Veterans from VietNam. Those of us who were in the Order at that time, usually remember some of our "adventures" durin...

Did you know that the Netherlands is the 2nd largest exporter of produce in the World !!!  China is number one in the world for produce, including grains.  India is near the top of the list as well.  The United States is usually at third.  The Netherlands does not have the land mass to grow as much grain, but they grow potatoes, onions, lots of vegetables, and some grains.   Their main exports are...

"I've got Love like an Ocean in my Soul."   During this past week, I have been wondering about our current cultural upheaval and all the political posturing.  I am aware that the turmoil we are experiencing did not happen overnight.  It has been in the making for years.  Those of us who came of age in the 60s and 70s felt those times were very difficult and threatening.  Many people put their live...

On Labor Day weekend in 2011, the Spicewood Fire in western Travis County destroyed 45 homes and scorched almost 6,500 acres.  There were other fires in the Austin area at the same time.  The worst was in Bastrop County where flames spread to homes scattered among the trees in and around Bastrop, burning nearly 1,700 homes and businesses and claiming the lives of two people.   At that time, I was...

Once again I have stepped from "civilization" back into Creation. And, I am happy to report that Creation is working just fine, all by itself! While humans are thrashing about, jumping up and down, and calling each other names, Creation is hummmming along, having a wonderful time being Creation.   Today I am sitting in a park in Tulsa, Oklahoma, enjoying the quiet, soaking up the symmetry, and wat...

Nuturing Our Thoughts As Carefully As Gardeners Nuture Their Seeds What if we considered our thoughts as carefully as Gardeners choose for their seeds?  All of the Gardeners I know, are so thoughtful and choosy about the seeds they sow.  They research seeds, using the internet as well as seed catalogues.  Most Gardeners share information about seeds and plants with each other.  And, they do this e...

It is cold here in Oklahoma today and supposed to be colder most of the week!  Brrrrr … !!!  Grateful that I am not responsible for keeping cattle and horses fed this week!  Definitely a blessing ... !!! We are aware of the turmoil, upset, and misinformation in the world.  It is apparent that some of the turmoil and upset is directly due to misinformation.  We are also aware that “misinformation”...

Creation Is Working Just Fine this Morning!  When I woke up, the Sun was shining through the window.  Light was sparkling off the snow that was left from our Big Winter Storm.  One squirrel was out looking for food.  One of the resident kitties was nestled up against my right arm.  I was warm and safe in the middle of Winter on the Prairie!  Definitely, an accomplishment for Human Beings! January...

This is our Sunday, January, 12, Inner Peace Guided Meditation.  As you may know, I am in Tulsa, Oklahoma and we have been snowed in!  However, yesterday afternoon the Sun came out, the snow started melting and families showed up at the park!  It is cold today, but warm enough for a walk. So, I am in the park, soaking up Sunshine and breathing fresh air.  As usual, Creation is working just fine! ...

For thousands of years, we lived our lives in the Sun and by the timing of sunrise and sunset.  Then, as we became more "civilized" and modern, we have been spending more time inside with "artificial" lighting.  We have been trying to fool our bodies and emotions that artificial light is the same as real Sunshine. and has the same benefits as the Real Thing.!   As you know in our more recent histo...

As you are probably aware, we are having Weather!  In the U.S. from the Great Lakes region going south and east, we have plunging temperatures, freezing rain, snow, sleet, and very difficult conditions for travel. During this week of Weather, please keep all the First Responders, including Firefighters, EMTs, Paramedics, Police, Highway Patrol, City and County Linemen, and anyone else you think of...

As I am sure you have noticed, we are facing a year of uncertainty and potential difficulties.  We all know people who are celebrating and people who are very concerned.  The road ahead looks potentially very bumpy. Since early this morning, I have been thinking about Jimmy Carter, our 39th president who passed away Sunday, December 29.  He was president from 1977 to 1981.  In 2002 he was awarded...

We know that Creation is Conscious.  We know this because we now have the technology that "shows us" our relationships and connections with plants and animals, even insects.  We can demonstrate the ability of Slime Mold to find its way through a maze to food!  Really … !!!  We know that plants respond to “loving-kindness”.  We know that herbs are healing. We all know people who have amazing relati...

We are the Caretakers of this Earth.  Right now, we are the ones who are making a difference for the next generations.  This is like the game of tag.  Those of us living on the Earth right now are the ones creating the kind of world that our children and grandchildren and their children will inherit!  This is our moment to make a difference! As you may know, I grew up in southwest Oklahoma.  We fa...

This is our Winter Solstice guided meditation and podcast for our weekly Inner Peace meditation. It is a beautiful day here.  It is cold and the Sun is shining.  I'm at a very lovely park in Tulsa.  There are parents out with their younger children. It is so good to see young children outside on scooters and swings and climbing all over the equipment rather than sitting in front of a screen!  This...

Today our redwood forests are at risk. Only 5% of the original old-growth coast redwood forests remain today.  These national treasures are in danger !!!  We know there are people who do not understand their value.  This leaves what remains of these iconic treasures, and the wildlife that depend on them, in grave danger.  However, there is hope and there is a plan, but we need your help to make it...

This is our inner peace, guided meditation for Sunday, December 15.  I am sitting in the Keystone Ancient Forest which is about 25 minutes outside Tulsa, Oklahoma.  The Keystone is approximately 1300 acres of undisturbed old growth forest.  It has not been developed or had any settlements or roads running through it. I have stepped out of civilization and back into Creation.  It is so peaceful.  I...

What Is So Important about the Boreal Forest … ? Oxygen, Oxygen, Oxygen … !!! The boreal forest, also known as the Taiga, is the world’s largest land biome and is characterized by coniferous forests.  The boreal forest is an “old growth forest” in most areas.  It is dominated by coniferous trees like pines, spruces, and firs.  Some broadleaf species like poplar and birch also grow there.  A biome...

Group Meditation at 7 pm PST, 8 pm MST, 9 pm CST and 10 pm EST  Happy Holidays ~ This week, Thursday, December 12, is the Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe.  Her day is celebrated throughout the Americas and wherever there are people with Hispanic family roots. On Tuesday, December 17, Sufis and Mystics around the world celebrate the passing of Rumi, into Heaven.  Jalal al-Din Rumi is considered...

This morning, as I was waking up, I "heard", "Seeds of Compassion".  I did my best to stay as quiet as possible and listen.  It was very clear to me this was a reminder that we need to be "Sowing Seeds of Compassion" even as humanity (that's us) is going through difficult times. As we go through this unsettling period, we need to be doing things that are constructive and helpful.  No matter how cr...

Inner Peace Guided Meditation with the ArchAngels! Welcome to the Holidays!  Suggestions for Building Emotional Resilience November was certainly a challenging month regardless of which side of the fence you were on.  One of the most disturbing parts for me was the increase in negativity and blaming.  We have seen this kind of political behavior in the past and it is usually tragic.  I have friend...

We are so deeply blessed and cared for by Creation every day in so many ways.  And we are often so busy or so preoccupied that we don't notice.  For instance, if we step outside as the Sun is rising and soak up a few minutes of golden Sunlight, our brain will produce serotonin which helps us wake up!  Serotonin is a neurotransmitter signaling our bodies that it is daytime. This early morning Sunli...