Tag Archives: nature

Rediscovering Nature’s Paradigm, Part I

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Christopher Chase

“Every particular in nature, a leaf, a drop, a crystal, a moment of time is related to the whole, and partakes of the perfection of the whole. Each particle is a microcosm, and faithfully renders the likeness of the world.” … Continue reading →

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Children of the Cosmic Dance

Posted on February 18, 2014 by Christopher Chase

Every manifestation of Nature is a magical unfolding– each flower, person, planet, animal and tree- a unique and precious gem… Most of us see the Universe this way from time-to-time, but not always. Often, the biggest challenge we face is … Continue reading →

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Much That Matters Cannot Be Measured

Posted on February 16, 2014 by Christopher Chase

This painting was done last year by my son Andy, the day before his 13th birthday. He started it in the morning and I helped by advising him as he worked on it all through the day. It’s the best … Continue reading →

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Glimpses of a Creative Universe

Posted on February 10, 2014 by Christopher Chase

Our Universe exists as a unified field or whole. Creative energy swirling as atoms, giving rise to molecules, forming galaxies, stars, planets, mountains, rivers and the bodies of all living beings. If this is so, why do we not “see” … Continue reading →