Good Luck/Bad Luck?

Sunday, July 28th 
 
Good Luck/Bad Luck?

Continuing along our themes of destiny and taking chances, how many times have we found ourselves judging an event or circumstance as “good” or “bad”, only to realize it wasn’t necessarily so in the long run?  Things aren’t always as they seem and it may be true that events have no inherent meaning; we humans tend to add those.  Come join us for this thought provoking topic.

Quotes to ponder

“If you think about it, we really don’t have experiences in life.  We have reactions to our experiences.”
~ Christen Scott

“God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can; and wisdom to know the difference.”
~ Dr. Reinhold Niebuhr

Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest

“Paths of Heart Presents…” House Concert Series – After a bit of a break, we have several concerts planned that we’re really excited about!  Mark your calendars to hear these wonderful local and nationally touring artists!

Friday, July 26th, 7 pm – Brian David Collins.  There will be an intermission where we’ll share potluck finger foods and beverages.  Please bring something to share if you’re able.  Suggested donation is $10 with all proceeds going to the artist.  Brian will have CDs available to purchase as well.

Saturday, August 17th – Megan Bee with OMD (Our Mothers’ Daughters reunion!)
Saturday, Oct. 5th – The Home Fires
Saturday, Oct. 19th – Tracy Grammer

More details for these concerts to follow!

If you are an Amazon shopper, please consider shopping through Amazon Smile and designating Paths of Heart as your non-profit of choice.  A percentage of your purchases will be donated to Paths of Heart!  Here is a handy linkhttps://smile.amazon.com/ch/81-4175487

If you are a King Soopers shopper, please consider joining their Community Rewards program by linking your loyalty card online to Paths of Heart.  Our non-profit will receive a percentage of  all your purchases there!    

We invite you to visit our website, https://pathsofheart.org. There you’ll find past newsletters, a newsletter sign-up form, more about our organization, a photo gallery, and a ‘donate’ button, for those who prefer to donate to our non-profit with a credit card.  You can even sign up for automatic monthly donations, which folks find very convenient!  Stop by for a visit and please share with friends! 

Gratitudes

We so appreciate the financial contributions you lovingly give to Paths of Heart.  Our community gatherings are funded almost entirely by your donations and we are able to continue and expand our programs because of your generosity.  Many hours per week are dedicated to preparing each week’s discussion and music, as well as keeping up with all the business responsibilities of a 501(c)3 non-profit.  We are grateful to all who realize the labor of love required! 
 
“You simply will not be the same person two months from now after consciously giving thanks each day for the abundance that exists in your life. And you will have set in motion an ancient spiritual law: the more you have and are grateful for, the more will be given you.” ~ Sarah Ban Breathnach

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. Just visit our website https://pathsofheart.org and click the newsletter sign-up link. If you know of other interested and kind-hearted souls, please refer them to our website, or they may also contact us by email: info@pathsofheart.org or by phone: 970-484-9600, to learn more about our non-profit 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.  Do watch for passing 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.  We also have a bike rack for cyclists!

About Paths of Heart…

Paths of Heart is 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!

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

Taking Chances

Sunday, July 21st 
 
Taking Chances

Most weeks here at Paths of Heart we land on a topic to discuss and then pick music to compliment it.  Since Brian David Collins will be our featured music guest this week, we decided to center our theme around some of the songs that he might play on Sunday.  We’re taking a chance here – ha ha!  Come hear/see what transpires and join the conversation.  Remember, our monthly potluck is this Sunday, too!  See details below. 

Quotes to ponder

“Do you want to be safe and good, or do you want to take a chance and be great?”
~ Jimmy Johnson

“To live, to TRULY live, we must be willing to RISK. To be nothing in order to find everything. To leap before we look.” ~ Mandy Hale

“Even the smallest changes in our daily routine can create incredible ripple effects that expand our vision of what is possible.” ~ Charles F. Glassman

Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest


Sunday, July 21st – Brian David Collins will be our guest musician!  You’ll get a taste of Brian’s music as we look forward to his house concert the following Friday, which we hope you’ll be inspired to attend!  Songwriter and Pianist Brian David Collins has been playing along the Colorado Front Range for more than 20 years. Brian’s passionate lyrics pair with his dynamic talent on the piano to create a sound that is timeless and authentic. 

Sunday, July 21st – Our next Community Potluck.  As we aim for zero waste, we invite you to bring your own table settings (washable plates and utensils).  We provide cloth napkins, reusable cups, and a variety of beverages.  Please bring a favorite dish to share!

“Paths of Heart Presents…” House Concert Series – After a bit of a break, we have several concerts planned that we’re really excited about!  Mark your calendars to hear these wonderful local and nationally touring artists!

Friday, July 26th, 7 pm – Brian David Collins.  There will be an intermission where we’ll share potluck finger foods and drinks.  Please bring something to share if you’re able.  Suggested donation is $10 with all proceeds going to the artist.  Brian will have CDs available to purchase as well.

Saturday, August 17th – Megan Bee with OMD (Our Mothers’ Daughters reunion!)
Saturday, Oct. 5th – The Home Fires
Saturday, Oct. 19th – Tracy Grammer

More details for these concerts to follow!

If you are an Amazon shopper, please consider shopping through Amazon Smile and designating Paths of Heart as your non-profit of choice.  A percentage of your purchases will be donated to Paths of Heart!  Here is a handy linkhttps://smile.amazon.com/ch/81-4175487

If you are a King Soopers shopper, please consider joining their Community Rewards program by linking your loyalty card online to Paths of Heart.  Our non-profit will receive a percentage of  all your purchases there!    

We invite you to visit our website, https://pathsofheart.org. There you’ll find past newsletters, a newsletter sign-up form, more about our organization, a photo gallery, and a ‘donate’ button, for those who prefer to donate to our non-profit with a credit card.  You can even sign up for automatic monthly donations, which folks find very convenient!  Stop by for a visit and please share with friends! 

Gratitudes

We so appreciate the financial contributions you lovingly give to Paths of Heart.  Our community gatherings are funded almost entirely by your donations and we are able to continue and expand our programs because of your generosity.  Many hours per week are dedicated to preparing each week’s discussion and music, as well as keeping up with all the business responsibilities of a 501(c)3 non-profit.  We are grateful to all who realize the labor of love required! 
 
“You simply will not be the same person two months from now after consciously giving thanks each day for the abundance that exists in your life. And you will have set in motion an ancient spiritual law: the more you have and are grateful for, the more will be given you.” ~ Sarah Ban Breathnach

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. Just visit our website https://pathsofheart.org and click the newsletter sign-up link. If you know of other interested and kind-hearted souls, please refer them to our website, or they may also contact us by email: info@pathsofheart.org or by phone: 970-484-9600, to learn more about our non-profit 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.  Do watch for passing 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.  We also have a bike rack for cyclists!

About Paths of Heart…

Paths of Heart is 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!

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

Awakening Your Destiny

Sunday, July 14

Awakening Your Destiny

This week’s discussion is based in part on John O’Donohue’s writings about fulfilling your destiny.  O’Donohue writes that, “Each one of us has something to do here that can be done by no one else.”  Some might use the word “destiny” interchangeably with “fate”, but there appears to be distinct differences.  Reflect on your ideas of these concepts and join the conversation!

Quotes to ponder

“There’s nowhere you can be that isn’t where you’re meant to be…” 
~
John Lennon

“When you feel connected to everything, you also feel responsible for everything. And you cannot turn away. Your destiny is bound with the destinies of others. You must either learn to carry the Universe or be crushed by it. You must grow strong enough to love the world, yet empty enough to sit down at the same table with its worst horrors.” ~ Andrew Boyd

“Does the walker choose the path, or the path the walker?” ~ Garth Nix

Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest


Sunday, July 21st – Brian David Collins will be our guest musician!  You’ll get a taste of Brian’s music as we look forward to his house concert the following Friday.

Sunday, July 21st – Our next Community Potluck.  As we aim for zero waste, we invite you to bring your own table settings (washable plates and utensils).  We provide cloth napkins, reusable cups, and a variety of beverages.  Please bring a favorite dish to share!

“Paths of Heart Presents…” House Concert Series – After a bit of a break, we have several concerts planned that we’re really excited about!  Mark your calendars to hear these wonderful local and nationally touring artists!
Friday, July 26th – Brian David Collins
Saturday, August 17th – Megan Bee with OMD (Our Mothers’ Daughters reunion!)
Saturday, Oct. 5th – The Home Fires
Saturday, Oct. 19th – Tracy Grammer

More details to follow!

If you are an Amazon shopper, please consider shopping through Amazon Smile and designating Paths of Heart as your non-profit of choice.  A percentage of your purchases will be donated to Paths of Heart!  Here is a handy linkhttps://smile.amazon.com/ch/81-4175487

If you are a King Soopers shopper, please consider joining their Community Rewards program by linking your loyalty card online to Paths of Heart.  Our non-profit will receive a percentage of  all your purchases there!  

We invite you to visit our website, https://pathsofheart.org. There you’ll find past newsletters, a newsletter sign-up form, more about our organization, a photo gallery, and a ‘donate’ button, for those who prefer to donate to our non-profit with a credit card.  You can even sign up for automatic monthly donations.  Stop by for a visit and please share with friends! 


Gratitudes

We so appreciate the financial contributions you lovingly give to Paths of Heart.  Our community gatherings are funded almost entirely by your donations and we are able to continue and expand our programs because of your generosity.  Many hours per week are dedicated to preparing each week’s discussion and music, as well as keeping up with all the business responsibilities of a 501(c)3 non-profit.  We are grateful to all who realize the labor of love required!  

“Summoning gratitude is a sure way to get our life back on track. Opening our eyes to affirm gratitude grows the garden of our inner abundance, just as standing close to a fire eventually warms our heart.” ~ Alexandra Katehakis

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. Just visit our website https://pathsofheart.org and click the newsletter sign-up link. If you know of other interested and kind-hearted souls, please refer them to our website, or they may also contact us by email: info@pathsofheart.org or by phone: 970-484-9600, to learn more about our non-profit 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.  Do watch for passing 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.  We also have a bike rack for cyclists!

About Paths of Heart…

Paths of Heart is 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!

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

Embracing Ritual

Sunday, July 7th

Embracing Ritual
Ritual is usually associated with religion, but if we look within our own personal lives, we often see that they’re filled with activities of a ritualistic nature. We’ll look at the origin of ritual, and explore how ritual affects and enhances our everyday lives.

Quotes to ponder

“Like music and art, rituals can open our hearts to new possibilities. They allow us to see with a fresh clarity, and bring us to a space of liminality.” ~ Lucy Aitkenread

“For me, starting the day without a pot of tea would be a day forever out of kilter.”
~ Bill Drummond

“The human soul can always use a new tradition. Sometimes we require them.”
~ Pat Conroy


Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest

Tuesday, July 9th, 7-8:30 pm – Paths of Heart Song Circle. Gather with us to sing songs of love, joy, and peace! Your song suggestions are welcome. Light refreshments provided. Love offerings to Paths of Heart appreciated.

Sunday, July 21st – Brian David Collins will be our guest musician! You’ll get a taste of Brian’s music as we look forward to his house concert the following Friday.

Sunday, July 21st – Our next Community Potluck. As we aim for zero waste, we invite you to bring your own table settings (washable plates and utensils). We provide cloth napkins, reusable cups, and a variety of beverages. Please bring a favorite dish to share!

“Paths of Heart Presents…” House Concert Series – After a bit of a break, we have several concerts planned that we’re really excited about! Mark your calendars to hear these wonderful local and nationally touring artists!
Friday, July 26th – Brian David Collins
Saturday, August 17th – Megan Bee with OMD (Our Mothers’ Daughters reunion!)
Saturday, Oct. 5th – The Home Fires
Saturday, Oct. 19th – Tracy Grammer
More details to follow!

If you are an Amazon shopper, please consider shopping through Amazon Smile and designating Paths of Heart as your non-profit of choice. A percentage of your purchases will be donated to Paths of Heart! Here is a handy link: https://smile.amazon.com/ch/81-4175487

If you are a King Soopers shopper, please consider joining their Community Rewards program by linking your loyalty card online to Paths of Heart. Our non-profit will receive a percentage of all your purchases there!

We invite you to visit our website, https://pathsofheart.org. There you’ll find past newsletters, a newsletter sign-up form, more about our organization, a photo gallery, and a ‘donate’ button, for those who prefer to donate to our non-profit with a credit card . Stop by for a visit and please share with friends!

Gratitudes


Thanks for sharing your insights during our discussion on freedom. We so look forward to our Sunday mornings together and the wisdom you all bring!

“Summoning gratitude is a sure way to get our life back on track. Opening our eyes to affirm gratitude grows the garden of our inner abundance, just as standing close to a fire eventually warms our heart.” ~ Alexandra Katehakis

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. Just visit our website https://pathsofheart.org and click the newsletter sign-up link. If you know of other interested and kind-hearted souls, please refer them to our website, or they may also contact us by email: info@pathsofheart.org or by phone: 970-484-9600, to learn more about our non-profit 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. Do watch for passing 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. We also have a bike rack for cyclists!


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