Month: March 2017

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Celebrating Connection

This is the power of gathering: it inspires us, delightfully, to be more hopeful, more joyful, more thoughtful; in a word, more alive. ~ Alice Waters

Welcome to “Paths of Heart“- a high spirited, heart-centered community where we gather together in music, poetry, commentary, and dialogue to create and nurture joy, compassion, gratitude, and love – in our own lives and throughout the world.  Paths of Heart is a 501(c)(3) Human Services/Educational non-profit organization that uses the arts, especially, to encourage and propel seekers of a better, more peaceful world to find ways to serve, while becoming more kind and compassionate human beings.

We welcome you as we collectively and individually explore the sweet mysteries of life – this is an invitation into co-creation! Our gatherings are most every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. at 117 Evans Drive in north Fort Collins. Childcare is available (please let us know ahead of time so we can make arrangements).

We hope our paths cross soon!

Sunday,
April 2nd

The changing of the seasons can give us pause to celebrate our connection with all that is, and to ponder how each season’s lessons can parallel and guide the cycles of our lives.  Ah, spring! 

“The spring wakes us, nurtures us and revitalizes us. How often does your spring come? If you are a prisoner of the calendar, it comes once a year. If you are creating authentic power, it comes frequently, or very frequently.” ~ Gary Zukav

“Oh, Spring! I want to go out and feel you and get inspiration. My old things seem dead. I want fresh contacts, more vital searching.” ~ Emily Carr

“Behold, my friends, the spring is come; the earth has gladly received the embraces of the sun, and we shall soon see the results of their love!” ~ Sitting Bull

Looking Ahead/Notes ofInterest

April 9th – We are thrilled to be back in touch with our dear friend and musical pal, Gayan Gregory Long, who will be joining us next Sunday, sharing his rhythmic wisdom!  Gayan is a drummer, composer, spiritual mentor, retreat leader, and story teller. He has dedicated his life to awakening human potential through music, devotional practices, and community celebration – a perfect match for a “Paths of Heart” gathering, yes?!

April 16th, Easter Sunday –We’ll “resurrect” our monthly potlucks starting this Sunday, immediately following our gathering!  Please bring a dish to share and your own (reusable) plates and utensils.  We’ll provide reusable cups, cloth napkins, and a variety of beverages.  Our aim is for zero waste at our gatherings.  We thank you and the environment thanks you for being mindful.

StrengthFinder info: For those wanting to explore further, following Roger Funke’s presentation a couple of weeks ago, there is an online assessment available to help you discover your strengths.  The cost is $15, and includes a download of the book.
https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/Purchase/en-US/Product 

We’re talking of gathering again as a group in the coming weeks, maybe on a weeknight for a couple of hours, to discuss our assessments more in depth. Stay tuned!

New Website – Colleen has been learning the intricacies of WordPress and has created a Paths of Heart website.  We hope you’ll stop by for a visit! www.pathsofheart.org

The Paths of Heart Community decided earlier this month to sponsor a child through Children International! We are excited to support and nurture Brithany, an 8 year old girl living with her family in Quito, Ecuador.  Thank you so much for your ongoing donations which will help support this unique sponsorship that breaks the cycle of poverty and helps Brithany grow up healthy, educated, and empowered!  What a beautiful opportunity to be of service!

If you know of other service projects we might participate in, locally or globally, we are always open to suggestions.

‘Gratitudes’

What a cool time we had with Myles Sloniker and Linda Briceño last week – we’re grateful they could be with us last Sunday, and share their youthful, expressive energy before heading back to NY.  We can’t wait to see who Myles brings with him next time!

What are you grateful for today?

Other Details….

If this has been forwarded to you by a friend and you would like to join us, we encourage you to add your name to our newsletter list, as schedules do occasionally change,and we like to keep you informed of topics and special events as well. If you know of other interested and kind-hearted souls, they may also contact us by email: info@pathsofheart.org or by phone: 970-484-9600, to learn more about our organization.Thanks! 

* CAR-EOGRAPHY *  You may park in the driveway, as well as diagonally along the north side of our property.  Should those areas become full, please park out on Hwy 1, which has plenty of space and a nice wide shoulder.  Please watch for cars as you are exiting and entering your vehicle, though! The carport area is reserved for folks with special parking needs. Out of respect for our neighbors, we ask that you kindly refrain from parking on Evans Drive beyond our property line. Car pooling is encouraged.

Yoga with Heart!

We do yoga here in our “community space” on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.  All levels are welcome to participate.  Let us know if you’re interested in joining this heart centered practice!

“Be a lamp, or a lifeboat, or a ladder. Help someone’s soul heal. Walk out of your house like a shepherd.” ― Rumi

Please note, we are a “remove your shoes upon entering” household (what better way to bare our “souls”…!).  Feel free to bring slippers or thick socks for your comfort (and we always have extras!) 
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Rest and Renewal

This is the power of gathering: it inspires us, delightfully, to be more hopeful, more joyful, more thoughtful; in a word, more alive. ~ Alice Waters

Welcome to “Paths of Heart“- a high spirited, heart-centered community where we gather together in music, poetry, commentary, and dialogue to create and nurture joy, compassion, gratitude, and love – in our own lives and throughout the world.  Paths of Heart is a 501(c)(3) Human Services/Educational non-profit organization that uses the arts, especially, to encourage and propel seekers of a better, more peaceful world to find ways to serve, while becoming more kind and compassionate human beings.

We welcome you as we collectively and individually explore the sweet mysteries of life – this is an invitation into co-creation! Our gatherings are most every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. at 117 Evans Drive in north Fort Collins. Childcare is available (please let us know ahead of time so we can make arrangements).

We hope our paths cross soon!

Sunday,
March 26th

It was “spring break” last week, for those of us still tied in to the PSD/CSU class schedules, and Mark and Colleen took a little time off in the Arizona desert for some rest and renewal.  We all need that recharge at times, whether we actually take some time away, or pamper ourselves on the home turf.  Just as spring is ramping up, we too may find ourselves with more on our plates, after winter’s (perhaps) slower pace.  What do you do to recharge, renew, revitalize, reinvent? That’s our discussion this week! We’ll also have some “revitalizing” music with Myles Sloniker/bass, Linda Briceno/trumpet, and Emma Sloniker/vocals, joining us in song!

“Rest leads to renewal of spirit, soul and strength….May you have a fresh strength in the spring season.” ~ Lailah Gifty Akita

“As you move through the seasons of change and make a deliberate decision to Review and Redo along the way, you can begin to see everything from a fresh perspective. This will generate new opportunities for making things better or creating something completely brand new.” ~ Susan C. Young

“Whether we know it or not, our lives are acts of imagination and the world is continually re-imagined through us.” ~ Michael Meade

Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest

New Website!  Colleen has been learning the intricacies of WordPress and has created a Paths of Heart website!  It is a work in progress for sure, but we hope you’ll stop by for a visit! www.pathsofheart.org

The Paths of Heart Community decided earlier this month to sponsor a child through Children International! We are excited to support and nurture Brithany, an 8 year old girl living with her family in Quito, Ecuador.  Thank you so much for your ongoing donations which will help support this unique sponsorship that breaks the cycle of poverty and helps Brithany grow up healthy, educated, and empowered!  What a beautiful opportunity to be of service!

If you know of other service projects we might participate in, locally or globally, we are always open to suggestions.

‘Gratitudes’

Big thanks to Roger Funke for his insightful presentation on finding our strengths through StrengthsFinder!  For those wanting to explore further, there is an online assessment available to help you discover your strengths.  The cost is $15, and includes a download of the book.
https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/Purchase/en-US/Product 

We’re talking of gathering again as a group in the coming weeks, maybe on a weeknight for a couple of hours, to discuss our assessments more in depth. Stay tuned!

” You are like no other being.  What you can give no other can give….” ~ Sally Rogers

What are you grateful for today?

Other Details….

If this has been forwarded to you by a friend and you would like to join us, we encourage you to add your name to our newsletter list, as schedules do occasionally change,and we like to keep you informed of topics and special events as well. If you know of other interested and kind-hearted souls, they may also contact us by email: info@pathsofheart.org or by phone: 970-484-9600, to learn more about our organization. Thanks! 

* CAR-EOGRAPHY *  You may park in the driveway, as well as diagonally along the north side of our property.  Should those areas become full, please park out on Hwy 1, which has plenty of space and a nice wide shoulder.  Please watch for cars as you are exiting and entering your vehicle, though! The carport area is reserved for folks with special parking needs. Out of respect for our neighbors, we ask that you kindly refrain from parking on Evans Drive beyond our property line. Car pooling is encouraged.

Yoga with Heart!

We do yoga here in our “community space” on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.  All levels are welcome to participate.  Let us know if you’re interested in joining this heart centered practice!

“Be a lamp, or a lifeboat, or a ladder. Help someone’s soul heal. Walk out of your house like a shepherd.” ― Rumi

Please note, we are a “remove your shoes upon entering” household (what better way to bare our “souls”…!).  Feel free to bring slippers or thick socks for your comfort (and we always have extras!) 
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Discovering our Strengths

 

This is the power of gathering: it inspires us, delightfully, to be more hopeful, more joyful, more thoughtful; in a word, more alive. ~ Alice Waters

Welcome to “Paths of Heart“- a high spirited,  heart-centered community where we gather together in music, poetry, commentary, and dialogue to create and nurture joy, compassion, gratitude, and love – in our own lives and throughout the world.  Paths of Heart is a 501(c)(3) Human Services/Educational non-profit organization that uses the arts, especially, to encourage and propel seekers of a better, more peaceful world to find ways to serve, while becoming more kind and compassionate human beings.

We welcome you as we collectively and individually explore the sweet mysteries of life – this is an invitation into co-creation! Our gatherings are most every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. at 117 Evans Drive in north Fort Collins. Childcare is available (please let us know ahead of time so we can make arrangements).

We look forward to being with you!  

Sunday,
March 19th

Roger Funke will lead a discussion on focusing our strengths, based on Tom Rath’s book “Strengths Finder”.
From Roger: “Do you have the opportunity to do what you do best every day?  All too often, our natural talents go untapped.  We devote more time to fixing our shortcomings than to developing our strengths.”  Roger will share the benefits of understanding and focusing on your strengths!

There is an online assessment available for those wishing to explore on their own before Roger’s presentation.  The cost is $15, and includes a download of the book.
https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/Purchase/en-US/Product

Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest

New Website! Colleen has been learning the intricacies of WordPress and has created a Paths of Heart website!  It is a work in progress for sure, but we hope you’ll stop by for a visit! www.pathsofheart.org

The Paths of Heart Community decided last week to sponsor a child through Children International! We are excited to support and nurture Brithany, an 8 year old girl living with her family in Quito, Ecuador.  Thank you so much for your ongoing donations which will help support this unique sponsorship that breaks the cycle of poverty and helps Brithany grow up healthy, educated, and empowered!  What a beautiful opportunity to be of service.

‘Gratitudes’

We are grateful for family and community!

“Be mindful. Be grateful. Be positive. Be true. Be kind.” ~ Roy T. Bennett

What are you grateful for today?

Other Details….

If this has been forwarded to you by a friend and you would like to join us, we encourage you to add your name to our newsletter list, as schedules do occasionally change, and we like to keep you informed of topics and special events as well. If you know of other interested and kind-hearted souls, they may also contact us by email: info@pathsofheart.org or by phone: 970-484-9600, to learn more about our organization. Thanks! 

* CAR-EOGRAPHY *  You may park in the driveway, as well as diagonally along the north side of our property.  Should those areas become full, please park out on Hwy 1, which has plenty of space and a nice wide shoulder.  Please watch for cars as you are exiting and entering your vehicle, though! The carport area is reserved for folks with special parking needs. Out of respect for our neighbors, we ask that you kindly refrain from parking on Evans Drive beyond our property line. Car pooling is encouraged.

Yoga with Heart!

We do yoga here in our “community space” on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.  All levels are welcome to participate.  Let us know if you’re interested in joining this heart centered practice!

“Be a lamp, or a lifeboat, or a ladder. Help someone’s soul heal. Walk out of your house like a shepherd.” ― Rumi

Please note, we are a “remove your shoes upon entering” household (what better way to bare our “souls”…!).  Feel free to bring slippers or thick socks for your comfort (and we always have extras!) 
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Paint the Picture that Sets You Free!

This is the power of gathering: it inspires us, delightfully, to be more hopeful, more joyful, more thoughtful; in a word, more alive. ~ Alice Waters

Welcome to “Paths of Heart“- a high spirited, heart-centered community where we gather together in music, poetry, commentary, and dialogue to create and nurture joy, compassion, gratitude, and love – in our own lives and throughout the world.  Paths of Heart is a 501(c)(3) Human Services/Educational non-profit organization that uses the arts, especially, to encourage and propel seekers of a better, more peaceful world to find ways to serve, while becoming more kind and compassionate human beings.

We welcome you as we collectively and individually explore the sweet mysteries of life – this is an invitation into co-creation! Our gatherings are most every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. at 117 Evans Drive in north Fort Collins. Childcare is available (please let us know ahead of time so we can make arrangements).

We look forward to being with you!  Colleen Crosson and Mark Sloniker
Founders and Orchestrators, Paths of Heart

Sunday,
March 12th

First off, remember to set your clocks AHEAD before you go to bed Saturday night!  Yup, we’re already back to Daylight Saving Time.  Next, contemplate what makes your heart soar, and paint that picture in your mind…in your heart.  Then, go about creating that in your life!  Let’s go on a magical mystery tour….

“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” ~ Pablo Picasso“Curiosity about life in all of its aspects, I think, is still the secret of great creative people”
~ Leo Burnett

“Imagination is the beginning of creation. You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine, and at last, you create what you will” ~
George Bernard Shaw

 

Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest

March 19th – Roger Funke will lead a discussion on focusing our strengths, based on Tom Rath’s book “Strengths Finder”.
From Roger: “Do you have the opportunity to do what you do best every day?  All too often, our natural talents go untapped.  We devote more time to fixing our shortcomings than to developing our strengths.”  Roger will share the benefits of understanding and focusing on your strengths!

There is an online assessment available for those wishing to explore on their own before Roger’s presentation.  The cost is $15, and includes a download of the book.
https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/Purchase/en-US/Product

We encourage others to share their experiences/passions and lead a discussion some Sunday.  Just let us know if this is something you’d like to do!

New Website!  Colleen has been learning the intricacies of WordPress and is finally ready to unveil the new Paths of Heart website!  It is a work in progress for sure, but we hope you’ll stop by for a visit!  www.pathsofheart.org

‘Gratitudes’

Thank you to Suzanne Rouge for sharing her life experiences with us last Sunday, and to Judi Lucero for sharing in the music!

“Be mindful. Be grateful. Be positive. Be true. Be kind.” ~ Roy T. Bennett

What are you grateful for today?

Other Details….

If this has been forwarded to you by a friend and you would like to join us, we encourage you to add your name to our newsletter list, as schedules do occasionally change,and we like to keep you informed of topics and special events as well. If you know of other interested and kind-hearted souls, they may also contact us by email:info@pathsofheart.org or by phone:970-484-9600, to learn more about our organization.Thanks! 

* CAR-EOGRAPHY *  You may park in the driveway, as well as diagonally along the north side of our property.  Should those areas become full, please park out on Hwy 1, which has plenty of space and a nice wide shoulder.  Please watch for cars as you are exiting and entering your vehicle, though! The carport area is reserved for folks with special parking needs. Out of respect for our neighbors, we ask that you kindly refrain from parking on Evans Drive beyond our property line. Car pooling is encouraged.

Yoga with Heart!

We do yoga here in our “community space” on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.  All levels are welcome to participate.  Let us know if you’re interested in joining this heart centered practice!

“Be a lamp, or a lifeboat, or a ladder. Help someone’s soul heal. Walk out of your house like a shepherd.” ― Rumi

Please note, we are a “remove your shoes upon entering” household (what better way to bare our “souls”…!).  Feel free to bring slippers or thick socks for your comfort (and we always have extras!) 
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Are You “Trying” or “Allowing”?

This is the power of gathering: it inspires us, delightfully, to be more hopeful, more joyful, more thoughtful; in a word, more alive. ~ Alice Waters

Welcome to “Paths of Heart“- a high spirited, heart-centered community where we gather together in music, poetry, commentary, and dialogue to create and nurture joy, compassion, gratitude, and love – in our own lives and throughout the world.  Paths of Heart is a 501(c)(3) Human Services/Educational non-profit organization that uses the arts, especially, to encourage and propel seekers of a better, more peaceful world to find ways to serve, while becoming more kind and compassionate human beings.

We welcome you as we collectively and individually explore the sweet mysteries of life – this is an invitation into co-creation! Our gatherings are most every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. at 117 Evans Drive in north Fort Collins. Childcare is available (please let us know ahead of time so we can make arrangements).

We look forward to being with you!  Colleen Crosson and Mark Sloniker
Founders and Orchestrators, Paths of Heart

Sunday,
March 5th

We are thrilled to have Suzanne Rouge back with us this week!  Suzanne has recently moved to Crestone, CO to explore her latest chapter in the grand adventure of living life to the fullest! Suzanne will share her thoughts on actualizing dreams: “Trying is the opposite of allowing. How do you recognize and clear your own resistance in order to Surrender to the moment and express your true purpose? Discover ways to connect with your own inner guidance and follow the next clue in the treasure hunt of life.”

“The truth is, no matter what your lifestyle or occupation, nothing can really stop you when you’re allowing yourself to be exactly who you want to be.”~ Hayley Williams
“I’m not trying to keep up or adapt. I’m allowing myself to grow, evolve and create…” ~ LL Cool J

“Make sure you keep an inner state of flexibility, and are not tightly bound to your visions.” ~ Kelly Martin

Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest

March 19th – Roger Funke will lead a discussion on focusing our strengths, based on Tom Rath’s book, StrengthsFinder.
From Roger: “Do you have the opportunity to do what you do best every day?  All too often, our natural talents go untapped.  We devote more time to fixing our shortcomings than to developing our strengths.”  Roger will share the benefits of understanding and focusing on our strengths!

There is an online assessment available for those wishing to explore on their own before Roger’s presentation.  The cost is $15, and includes a download of the ebook, StrengthsFinder 2.0.
https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/Purchase/en-US/Product

We encourage others to share their experiences/passions and lead a discussion some Sunday.  Just let us know!

‘Gratitudes’

“Be mindful. Be grateful. Be positive. Be true. Be kind.” ~ Roy T. Bennett

What are you grateful for today?

Other Details….

If this has been forwarded to you by a friend and you would like to join us, we encourage you to add your name to our newsletter list, as schedules do occasionally change,and we like to keep you informed of topics and special events as well. If you know of other interested and kind-hearted souls, they may also contact us by email:info@pathsofheart.org or by phone:970-484-9600, to learn more about our organization.Thanks! 

* CAR-EOGRAPHY *  You may park in the driveway, as well as diagonally along the north side of our property.  Should those areas become full, please park out on Hwy 1, which has plenty of space and a nice wide shoulder.  Please watch for cars as you are exiting and entering your vehicle, though! The carport area is reserved for folks with special parking needs. Out of respect for our neighbors, we ask that you kindly refrain from parking on Evans Drive beyond our property line. Car pooling is encouraged.

Yoga with Heart!

We do yoga here in our “community space” on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.  All levels are welcome to participate.  Let us know if you’re interested in joining this heart centered practice!

“Be a lamp, or a lifeboat, or a ladder. Help someone’s soul heal. Walk out of your house like a shepherd.” ― Rumi

Please note, we are a “remove your shoes upon entering” household (what better way to bare our “souls”…!).  Feel free to bring slippers or thick socks for your comfort (and we always have extras!)