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DRUM CIRCLE

Two weeks ago I went to my first drum circle at a music school. It was fun and cleansing, a great stress reliever. What has fascinated me was here was a group of strangers who felt compelled to come to a place to play on a primitive instrument to fill an hour of their life at the end of the day. Another aspect of this that made a strong impression on me was that we were able to put together some beautiful rhythms and timing beats without ever having practiced with each other before. It was a wonderful and exciting experience for me.

I would very much like to have the Senate and Congress have a drum circle before they start a session so that they could see that they can work together for the benefit of all. Playing in harmony and working in harmony for the good of the people of this country.

I would like to see the whole world have a "drum circle mentality" to work on stopping hunger, to create a sustainable worldwide economy, to provide health care for everyone, to stop dividing ourselves on who God loves more. It builds such a strong community within the first three beats.

I wonder if Jesus built any drums as a carpenter? I wonder if Jesus and the twelve Apostles ever had a drum circle when they were away from the crowds? I have a strong feeling that there are drum circles in Heaven and that in Heaven they have a "drum circle mentality"! 


(WRITTEN 7/24/12)

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