"Clear spiritual expression is very powerful. The tone of life must be heard by some for there to be a starting point."

by Sanford Baran, John Gray, Linda Bahan, Bill Bahan, Larry Krantz
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Sanford Baran: Good morning, everyone. Nine of us have been gathering for our Tone of Life coordinators’ weekend here in the desert at Larry and Joyce’s home in beautiful Oro Valley, Arizona. Our gathering began on Friday evening and we’ve been engaged in some interesting and substantial discussions, enjoying lovely meals together and appreciating each other’s company. I thought you might enjoy a few photographs that capture the flavor and spirit of the rich and substantial time we’ve been sharing together.  Watch the photo slide show  

So, without further ado I’ll hand it over to John.

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"Shangri-La is a beautiful depiction of the true state of man on earth where the sweet essences of heaven are present by reason of those who dwell there."

by Linda Bahan, Bill Bahan & Larry Krantz
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Linda Bahan: Recently Bill and I watched one of our favorite movies, Lost Horizon. Perhaps you have seen it, maybe many years ago. To set the stage for our consideration, I am going to read a synopsis of the movie based on the original 1937 version directed by Frank Capra.

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"It's not an ordinary time, Not an ordinary time at all. It's a time for heroes..."

By Pamela Gray, Bill Bahan, Linda Bahan, John Gray
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Pamela Gray:It is wonderful to be together on this auspicious New Year 2023. Last night and today, around the world, wishes of good health and good luck have been toasted with hopes of a year of peace and prosperity, but for many people it’s clouded with uncertainty. Well, how great to gather today and sound a different tone! A tone of assurance and trust. I asked Chris Foster if I could read a poem of his that speaks to the current world situation, but more importantly, it speaks to our responsibility to shine the light of assurance and trust. I invite you, as I’m reading the poem, to join in a vibration of love throughout the world.

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