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<P>DATE:</B> April 25, 2004 </P><B>
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<P>LOCATION</B>: Ann’s Place, Rio Rancho, NM</P>
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<P>TEACHERS: TOMAS & ANATOLIA</P>
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<P>TOPICS:</B>
Life’s
Conundrum:<BR>
"It's a Wonderful
World"<BR>
yet "Life is Difficult"</P>
<P> <B>Q&A:</B>
Contentious
Co-Worker<BR>
Disappearing Pets</P><B>
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<P>T/R’s</B>: Gerdean and Matthew </P><B>
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<P>MUSIC</B>: Elena on Piano: "It’s A Wonderful World"</P>
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<P>PRAYER</B>: Matthew: Let us place ourselves in the presence of Jesus, the
Christ.</P><I>
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<P>Master Teacher, </P>
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<P>We come to you today, happy to be here, and reinforced with "It’s a Wonderful
World" because it is and it’s supposed to be that way, not burdened and
inundated with negativity, but with what we can bring to it to make it a
wonderful world, as it is already, and to be aware. </P>
<P> </P>
<P>We implore you to enable us where it is possible, where it is nevertheless
our choice and our ability to perceive and act accordingly, but nevertheless,
implore your assistance that we may not lose faith, that if we waiver, falter,
stumble by carrying the cross of faith that has been presented to us (giftedly),
that we are able to rise again and carry it to completion, to see our role in
creation carried forth to completion in and through you, before our Heavenly
Parents. This is the least we can ask yet the most we have to look forward to,
in terms of faith being lived and fulfilled.</P>
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<P>We ask for the Teachers today who are with us to be kind in our failings to
perhaps stay awake at times or otherwise ask their indulgence to know that
humanity is willing but we are often weak. We place ourselves before you, before
our God, in love and union now and always. Amen.</P></I><B>
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<P>Group</B>: Amen.</P><B>
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<P>TOMAS</B>: Lovely ones, I am Tomas, your teacher, embracing you in joy of our
gathering together once more to reassure each other of the fellowship of God’s
offspring, this family of faith that we enjoy, and the inspiration that is
brought to the gathering by each of us in anticipation of sharing that which is
of value to us all.</P>
<P> </P>
<P>"The control group," then, this shall be. There is great value to maintaining
an anchor of reality, of establishing a tether to that which has been, in order
for you to rise like a helium filled balloon and see from those lofty heights
what might be seen from that vantage point, knowing you have your roots firmly
planted in the soil of that which is enduring and everlasting. Like the
mountains, then, in your view here, let us stand firm in our resolve and
steadfast in the original format.</P>
<P> </P>
<P>The words I have for you today have to do with the fact of the wonderful life
that you live and that we live. Recently I spoke to you about the apparent
dichotomy of those who live entirely within the spirit world and those who live
entirely within the material world, rarely experience such conflicts as those
who have one foot in one world and the other foot inthe adjacent world, as if
you were straddled between two realities. Well,in the sense of today’s lesson,
this is precisely what you all do. I will elaborate.</P>
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<P>I will use the analogy of the personality of the human, so as to see, by
using yourself as an example, how the conflict of living in two worlds can
confuse your approach. </P>
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<P>In your spirit reality, the prevailing reality that is for those who are born
of the spirit, is to be had through the association with those spirit entities
and values which are eternal, which allow you to regard yourself as a part of
the divine, as part of the infinite pattern of all that is, and which
anticipates your arrival on the shores of Paradise long before you have left
your plane of origin. From the vantage point of the spiritualist you can put all
things in perspective and transcend all of life’s difficulties by standing
outside the mortal conundrum in full faith of your future being assured and your
mind being at peace in all things. This is the bounty and the blessing of those
of you who are born of the spirit. It is a viable reality, the preferred, no
doubt.</P>
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<P>There is, concurrently, the physical reality which is enjoyed by you as well,
even more so perhaps by those of you who have been able to see it as the
birthplace of your being and the provider of all the elements and essentials
necessary to oversee your coming into full-fledged being as a material mortal of
the realm. You have the atmosphere that enables you to breathe, the water that
cleanses and purges your system -- as it does the entire planet life. You have
the sun, which keeps you warm, generating the necessary temperature to sustain
life. You have the vegetation and, additionally, the fowl and fish -- food of
the realm. You have "the wonderful life" that you see before you in the
unfolding of spring blossoms, in life abundantly springing forth evermore in joy
of being. The music of the birds, the companionship of the animal kingdom, and
the comfort of one another. </P>
<P> </P>
<P>These two realities in and of themselves present no difficulty whatsoever.
The difficulty resides in the realm, in between. In the mental arena, in the
social arena that attempts to advance from one level of existence to the other …
in the throat chakra, as compared to the heart chakra and the perception chakra.
Here is the realm of choice, the arena wherein matter is presented for our
consideration. It is where experience is exposed in order for you to learn
life’s lessons, in order for you to rise from the essential levels of existence
to the more advanced understandings of the evolving creature you are. Here you
not only come in conflict with your own perceptions, as a result of your
experiences, but you also conflict with the minds and ideals of others. It is in
this mid-range that humanity lives. This is the area where men and women use
each other and push their weight around trying to get their needs met. It is in
that middle realm where so often the reality of the clarity of spirit or the
simplicity of the material life are cast aside as immaterial, insignificant. It
is the drama and the clash of values in the mid-range that holds such challenge
and has such fascination for the evolving mortal being - not only for the mortal
being but for heavenly beings, as well, for as you know by now, there have been
insurrections even in higher forms of creator consciousness, giving rise to
rebellion in the universes, such as Lucifer versus Gabriel, and the effects of
that conflict upon the realm in which you live.</P>
<P> </P>
<P>Most folks live in this mid range of conflict, and only occasionally think to
find themselves enrapt in the wonders of nature as a reflection of the divine,
or in the presence of the divine itself, humbly appreciating its being and its
immense power over all that is. You who have enjoyed the full range of reality
-- from the most minute to the most infinite -- have a wonderful life, indeed,
and will not become permanently mired in the psychodramas and conflicts of this
mid-range. But lest you lose your effectiveness in that mid-range arena, when
and as you work with and play with those who have not yet gotten your
transcendental perspective, bring what you can of those realities into the
emotions of the arena where you work and play by your own creative authority.
Introduce those elements of the divine and of nature that man can relate to.
</P>
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<P>Bring those things that do not generate more conflict but which can give you
a focal point on which to settle your disharmony for that moment or two, that
allows you to enjoy, for example, the taste of a chocolate drop, a photograph of
a new grandchild, a sprig of spring blossoms, a "God Bless You!" when you hear a
sneeze, or a pause to reflect on your response before you shoot from the hip in
a social conflict. In this way you will expand the lives and the consciousness
of those you encounter, as well as contributing to their sense of value … true
value, as Children of God. </P>
<P> </P>
<P>Recently the words of Scott Peck were brought forth: "Life is difficult." And
it caused a conflict of sorts, in that, from the vantage point of one degree or
another, there is nothing difficult about life whatsoever. It is a gift, it is
wonderful, it is not confusing, it is not complex. But for those who are in the
throes of a dimension that does not provide the satisfactions that you know as a
conscious being, there is <I>nothing but</I> difficulty. This is the challenge
and the opportunity. This is the rub and the crux. This is the mission and this
is the point. </P>
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<P>Let us make life less difficult for everyone, including ourselves, by
reminding ourselves incessantly of the interrelatedness of all that is and the
harmony that continues to lure us onward, ever upward into evolved states of
light and life.</P>
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<P>This is Tomas, the philosopher, concluding the sermonette for the afternoon
with thorough thanks for your attendance and appreciation for the sponge that
absorbs the living water therein. </P>
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<P>Anatolia, we look forward to your contribution this afternoon.</P><B>
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<P>ANATOLIA:</B> Welcome, all, to the home of Ann, our friend and associate. We
welcome you to our confines today as we have many times in the past, welcoming
you to a new day and a new hour, for as we had said not long ago, all is new --
that the earth has not spun in this space as the galaxy continues to spin in
place, in union with others; that the dance continues and all is continuously
new, despite the scenery and the speed at which we may be traveling. We are
making fine time and are on course for eternity-bound transport. </P>
<P> </P>
<P>It is my pleasure to be among you today as both student and teacher in your
realm. I am continuously amazed and impressed with the ability for humanity to
adjust and to adapt, for as it has been said, the insects are among the most
adaptable anywhere. I dispute this to the extent that I would put humanity up
against the insect any day, for both bravery, resilience, and the ability to
never be satisfied with just survival but to reach beyond the limit to become
part of the eternal equation. For survival is one accomplishment which can be
ranked on the scale of evolution; nevertheless, to become part of the eternal
equation is to become godlike, as is your charge and our responsibility to be
able to accomplish, in this, the <I>presumed</I> only life that we have to
live.</P>
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<P>I say "ours" individually and collectively, for we as teachers are no more
privy to assurance of our place in the sun, so to speak, or eternity, than the
students, nevertheless. The test for passage in this course may seem to be
deadly serious, yet it is forever light in its intent and certainly light in its
destination, for one need only to <B>choose life</B>, and therefore, it is light
that<B> </B>one chooses. It is essentially that simple. Yet to grow in the
process is what is being asked of each and all. <I>But in the final analysis, it
is choosing life and light that is the responsibility of each and all.</P></I>
<P> </P>
<P>There are those who seem predestined, or have a predilection, for choosing
the darkness. This is their responsibility as well, to choose that which is
life-giving and on-going. Where it is possible for any of us to assist one who
would be choosing darkness and death of spirit as their destination? Where is it
possible for us to know that and to guide one differently? It is something that
most of us would be willing to do if we were aware of the consequences. Again,
it is a serious matter, nevertheless, is light in its intent and purpose. For it
is up to each and all to choose that which is light-giving and eternal.</P>
<P> </P>
<P>I wish to assure you that by our purposes, and in joining in this
organization that we call the Teaching Mission, we have chosen to assist you so
that you may assist others as we continue along this path. For as you are well
aware, it is a group project. No one is in this program purely based upon their
own motivation, or if so, they will eventually discover that it is a group
activity. Hence, the old statement of preaching to the choir. It is not
preaching to the singer, but rather to the choir.</P>
<P> </P>
<P>Let us, therefore, see the type of music we can make together by practicing
individually and collectively the song that is sung throughout the universes and
for all ages, the one that the angels have sung forever and is ours to learn in
ages to come. It is, after all, the song of your hearts that do blend to become
the song of the ages.</P>
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<P>I rejoice with you in this day of days, as it is a reminder of new life
everywhere, in this -- the last Sunday of April, this spring, in the year of our
Lord 2004. Again, this place in time will never be realized again. Tomorrow is
new and different like never before. Let each day be appreciated for what it is,
a day to be new and unlike any day before. May this live and breathe in our
hearts as we continue to be children of the spheres and our Father’s heart.</P>
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<P>Peace be with you until we meet again. May the spring eternal within your
beings. </P>
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<P>Peace be with you.</P><B>
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<P>Group:</B> Thank you, Anatolia.</P><FONT face="Courier New"></FONT><B>
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<P>TOMAS:</B> Amen, indeed. </P>
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<P>We come now to our cherished chance to engage with you in learning and
growing, from your own life experiences. This is the true test, the laboratory
experiment, the living testimony of that which you are learning in and through
your efforts with the Spirit. What constructs of your lives are presented for
your growth, for your learning, that may give you pause, or question or
inspiration that you would share with your fellows?</P><B>
<P> </P>
<P>Gerdean</B>: I have a question. I work with a lady at work, a woman, she sits
right next to me, and I’m venturing this because of what Anatolia was talking
about, so maybe Anatolia would like to take this, but at any rate, this woman
seems to live in negativity. And she is not alone, I have known many people who
are happy in that negative place and are not happy, in fact, until everyone else
is negative with them, wherein they take great delight. I have no desire to go
there, and it’s upsetting to me. I don’t seem to be able to get beyond or rise
above the conflicts that woman presents for me.</P>
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<P>Of course, I feel unsuccessful; but, nonetheless. I do rally. I have my own
reality source, but I find her really disturbing, and I want to change jobs just
to get away from her sometimes, but I also feel that I shouldn’t have to run
from difficult personalities. I should be able to deal with that better. I’m
looking for counsel from On High about this problem I have, Anatolia, can you
take that?</P><B>
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<P>ANATOLIA: </B>It is my desire to share with you part of what I was speaking
of in terms of if you were aware of there being someone who apparently is
choosing darkness instead of light, to shed that light with them instead of
letting them stay in the darkness. It is somewhat a twofold program. I’ll add
three points to the ledger. </P>
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<P>And that is to, first of all, not to allow yourself to be taken down to that
level of hopelessness, for one who does not feel hope, must, from their vantage
point, bring others to that point of hopelessness in order for there to be
equilibrium within him or herself and to, therefore, not let light in where they
are uncomfortable or uncertain. Therefore, it is of greater comfort to remain in
ignorance than to allow the light to shine on such absence of love and
knowledge. </P>
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<P>I implore you, then, to aid the situation by not necessarily forcing yourself
to be an object of ridicule and self-sacrifice, but rather to call upon the
forces and sources that you know are true within yourself, to be activated
within her that she may see the light from her own internal sources of
brilliance; therefore not to have to subject yourself to group mistrust or
ridicule by presenting opportunities that may be lessons in learning but would
be resisted due to, again, ignorance.</P>
<P> </P>
<P>What it is I am speaking of is to call upon the Force within you to be
present within her heart and mind, as you are well aware, the god force need not
be called upon to be strengthened, for it to be activated within her for it is
truly as active within her as it is within you, but by being a free will choice
individual, she must choose to become open to that which is a matter of truth
and light within. Effectively you are then aiding and praying for her self-
awareness to be brought to light, for her own acceptance of that which she
wishes to keep the light from, that she may know she is part of an eternal plan
which is only love.</P>
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<P>Is this helpful to your purposes?</P><B>
<P> </P>
<P>Gerdean:</B> Well, yes. I am praying for her and I will persist. I’m not
going to dazzle her with anything. I’m going to be as unobtrusive and out of her
face as possible, but when I do have dealings with her, they will be … fresh and
fraternal as I can be.</P>
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<P><STRONG>ANATOLIA:</STRONG> I am only suggesting a technique. The principle is
certainly there. When it appears the conversation, mood and overall general
attitude seems to be going south, as it were, use your own terminology, of
course, but an example would be to within your won heart and mind call upon the
holy spirit to enliven, refresh and redirect the attention and awareness for
which purposes the spirit calls and watch to see how those conditions,
circumstances may be effective. All you have to do is invite that which is to
prevail and let light dispel the darkness. </P>
<P> </P>
<P>I believe you certainly understand what I am thinking of. It doesn’t have to
be anything ultimately profound but simply to speak the truth that you know
within yourself that can allow the rays of light to shine where they are
attempted to be kept at bay. Is there anything else?</P><B>
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<P>Gerdean:</B> No, thank you. It’s just a continuing saga.</P><B>
<P> </P>
<P>ANATOLIA:</B> Pray and watch change before your eyes. This may reinforce your
faith, as well, that change can occur despite such surroundings. May peace be
with you.</P><B>
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<P>Gerdean:</B> Thank you.</P><B>
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<P>Maria:</B> I have a question. I had another cat disappear. About a month ago,
and I wonder if anybody can give me some idea of what happened. I have some
suspicions but I would like to know if either of you know what’s become of her
and….</P><B>
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<P>TOMAS:</B> This is Tomas. It is not within my purview to know these things
immediate. I need to go investigate such activities in order to get a better
handle on it. These fall within the purview of Our Mother. As you know, no
sparrow falls without her knowledge, and while Mother knows, she may opt not to
tell us. Even so, I will inquire. One moment. </P>
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<P>Alas, the picture I receive is none too pleasant. It even similarly reflects
the previous concern, having to do with the mindset that chooses darkness over
light. There are those whose sheer joy is in destruction. There are those who
torment the vulnerable. This, of course, is what makes life difficult.
Especially when you are the victim of such terrorism. The illness is unnatural.
It is a disease. And so you are personally being affected by the disease of the
darkness. </P>
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<P>The only comfort you could find in such a case is to know that the end is
swift and sure. The unmerciful aspect of such cruelty is that it is drawn out.
If it were done, let it be done quickly, and mercifully (all things being
relative). </P>
<P> </P>
<P>I would not get any more pets for awhile until this cycle has completed. When
it is completed, it will have nothing to feed upon but itself. This also relates
to the first scenario discussed. Evil will die of natural causes when it has
nothing to feed on. If it will not find its power and energy from the ultimate
source, it will not be able to sustain itself for long. Thus, let evil be its
own end. And when the way is clear, renew your resolve with good cheer and in
good faith of the ultimate triumph of good over evil.</P>
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<P>I have not necessarily brought cheerful news but it is valuable,
nonetheless.</P><B>
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<P>Maria:</B> My last cat vomited meat, so I suspect the other cat had been
poisoned. I imagine now at this point I may keep my last cat inside until this
stops. I also saved the vomit and am considering calling the police and taking
the vomit to the vet and having it analyzed.</P><B>
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<P>TOMAS:</B> A laboratory should be able to discern the elements and
prosecution is not outside the bounds of reason, but if you take on such a task,
you are engaging in battle with evil, which is a battle you may not want to
indulge. </P><B>
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<P>Maria:</B> Would a better course of action be to speak with my neighbors who
are cat owners? </P><B>
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<P>TOMAS:</B> Consultation with those who also may have been affected by this
scourge is good, for it comrades you and as a group you have more affect.
However, it may not be a problem for your neighbor. It never hurts to open doors
of communication, however. And in the course of unveiling the darkness, in
bringing light on the issue, in setting aright the wrongs of the material realm,
it is always good to confer openly, for this creates the group consciousness,
the "choir," the multitude that can oversee the truth and the light as the
darkness fades away – consumed by itself.</P>
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<P>Yes, speak to your neighbors. Not to rise up against they whom you suspect,
but to align yourself with those who empathize with the stance of those who
reject this recreation as inappropriate for civilized man. It is the same
blood-thirsty, yet culturally condoned activity such as cock-fighting or pitting
dogs, one against the other. It is simply barbarism in another form, unworthy of
human beings with the ability to reason and assign sensitivity to that over
which they have dominion.</P>
<P> </P>
<P>There are those that feel that this disease is the same one connected to
spousal abuse and domestic violence, thus it is a real concern to those who
delve into these issues in hope of ridding the world of those who are predators
or who gain their sense of empowerment by abusing weaker and lesser creatures.
This is the state of evolution your world is in and it is good that you are able
to acknowledge/look at the facts of the mortal existence, even these which are
less than sublime, for whether you deal with them in fact or not, at least you
are able to devote prayerful attention to them, and that is contributory to the
solution in itself. </P>
<P> </P>
<P>Yes, I see we have filled our quota for the day, and I will thus sign off for
the Teacher Corps, but glad I am to have been here, and happy we are to have met
with you once again, to feel your love and yearning to embrace the greater
reality with even more intensity, now having a greater appreciation for the
range of reality that realizes itself in you when you open yourself to the
reality that is. </P>
<P> </P>
<P>We look forward to our adventure throughout the week in the army that we are,
and look forward to our gathering next week, to hear from a visitor, a promise
and a surprise. Farewell.</P><B>
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<P>Group:</B> Thank you, Tomas. </P></BODY></HTML>