These passages were selected by lion on 20 October 1999 from some of the later Best of Notes files. I'm still amazed at the quantity and quality of material that came through in those first few years of serving as the voice for consciousness to express.

It's easy to understand how physical laws keep things in their respective places. Similarly, there are spiritual laws that do the same in a different domain. Yet the result is the same, a predestination from which we cannot escape. But, what about chaos, the stuff that provides the uncertainty factor that keeps science on it's toes? Is there the equivalent is a metaphysical or spiritual chaos wherein free will might make it's appearance?

That such songs have gained such prominance indicates that the tide has turned and revolution is close at hand. It's as if the mass consciousness is being prepared for something. Yet, most are unaware that they are indeed being programmed. Programmed for what? The bottom line is for living life in community and service. The ME generation is about to become the WE generation. The resulting change will send a shock wave round the world. The changes to come are mind blowing, truly beyond imagination. And, they are extremely close at hand.

And here I sit in peaceful bliss knowing that everything is already complete and decided. I only need await its enactment and what will be will be exactly what is needed at the time. Consciousness operates out of perfection. Everything happens in accord with spiritual law. And, spiritual law says that consciousness creates reality. A minor point often neglected is that this truth applies to the Higher Self not the conscious one that is currently experiencing life here on Earth.

Consciously, I know of nothing that I truly control. Nothing. At another time that would have been frightening. Now, it is a simple statement of fact, subjective though it may be.

Consciousness fills my head with the energies that get translated into these words. It is to her that I bow, not to any mortal being. Though, this same consciousness within me is within all others as well. To that spirit, I bow, when I use the term Namaste. Interesting that this would be so, ONE consciousness at the center of all existence. Yet, I still experience myself as an individual, as separated from others most of the time.

The major issue is awareness and how to extend awareness as far as possible in this existence, for the degree of awareness directly impacts the degree to which consciousness can express within the physical.

I don't have to worry about anything. My Higher Self and consciousness have taken care of everything and are feeding me exactly what is needed to carry out my part at any time. Further, my part is not to take actions. These just happen. I observe them, and then take the next step of trying to understand what thy mean and what I'm supposed to learn from them. This doesn't mean that I'm not responsible for what happens. Quite the contrary. I accept that my Higher Self chose everything I experience, and that I consciously will see spiritual law operating in full. However, I don't believe that I can consciously choose what I think or what I do. There is no contradiction, I will reap what I see myself sow, but I am consciousness watching it all happen, I am not a limited self locked inside a body.

We create incarnations to provide opportunity to learn and grow. It appears that restriction is necessary to focus the self enough for specific lessons to be learned.

Distribution of wealth is a big deal and society should decide how this is done, not just the owners of the big companies. There is a very real sense that we have a few wealthy owners and a lot of slaves in this country. Yes, I would consider most workers to be slaves of their jobs. Their lifestyles require them to indenture a good part of them time in doing things that others demand of them.

My explanation is that consciousness is the source of thought and she resides outside of space and time. Further, all thought for all individuals originates from the same ONE consciousness. In a very real way, we are ONE and have never been otherwise. However, our experience is that we are individuals. Most of us have no awareness of an inner connection at all. Even fewer have a strongly developed intuition of which they are consciously aware.

Trust your own intuition to guide you to what is true for your unique path. Much of what I do is mark the territory of consciousness itself. It is one of the few uncharted territories. Oh, there have been a few who have found ways to journey here and there. However, it is time for a much more thorough and disciplined exploration. And, it truly is an exploration. I am constantly amazed by what I find. Further, I am amazed that so little of what I have read applies to what I am experiencing as reality.

One strong conclusion out of all of this is that there is indeed a spiritually world expressed in the ordinary symbols that surround us. However, one can only get to the specific information applicable to the individual via the intuition. One must allow spirit or consciousness to guide one's attention to what symbols are meaningful NOW, and then to interpret the relevant meaning.

The sense is that I am doing work that will ultimately lead to the spiritual transformation of the country and the world, impacting hundreds of millions if not billions before it is over. All that I ask in return is that my needs continue to be met, and that the circumstances be optimized where possible for the performance of my mission. I don't believe that is asking much. My needs are not great by any means, especially given the task for which I am literally willing to give my life in service to perform.

I don't know how many times this point have been made, in slightly different ways here and there, but it is definitely repeated often enough, that my awareness is cognizant of it always. I know not how nor from where these ideas come. I consider myself but a scribe, and consider the source to be consciousness herself, a non-physical entity akin to Goddess, The Empress. Further, I believe this source to be the ONE, so that the same consciousness driving my thoughts drives the thoughts of all others as well. Further, because of this, everything is perfectly coordinated, things occur exactly as they are planned, with the one exception being our own personal realization and awareness.

The idea that it is time to scrap the US Constitution and build a new one that can take us into a new millennia would probably be considered to be high treason by the majority in this country. Yet, we have a current situation where a document with a set of ten initial Amendments and another couple dozen Amendments made over time has served a nation for over 200 years to a time where the nature and complexities of life are far different and greater than the Founding Fathers could every had imagined. It is absurd that we haven't taken action sooner to build a government more capable of serving us in the modern world.

Belief systems are used to translate these events into meaning. They are tools that are available to consciousness to assist in understanding it's world as a reflection of the nature of itself.

There is a sense that at any given moment, the world is perfect in accord with the awareness of each individual and the resulting collective awareness of the whole. How can this be given that there is so much violence and crime, and so few examples of the Power of Love in day to day life? Regardless of appearances, such is indeed the case. Experience in the world, and experience for spirit, while related, are very different things. Spirit is subtle. It does not force its way or desires upon the world. It gives completely of itself wherever it is needed and called. It is primarily called by awakenings of awareness. These come about through timing in special cases and through the appropriate self-work and observation in general.

I find it interesting that I can place so much trust and faith in this non-physical entity that I call consciousness. Yet, to me, it seems such a natural thing to do that I cannot imagine living in any other way. Also, I have a lot of experience with consciousness coming through, so the trust and faith now has a very strong foundation. The bottom line appears to be trust in the validity of inner reality vs the outer illusion.

Each day speaks out its wisdom, urging me onward on a path I know to be right though I know not where it ultimately leads, nor where it specifically touches on the way. I embrace the uncertainty of it all, knowing the uncertainty to be an illusion, existing solely within my mind, for truth is fully aware of the Plan of Consciousness. And, in that Plan, all is accounted for, nothing is uncertain, nothing important is left to chance. Originally, I wrote "nothing" and then moved back and added "important". I don't know why. I'm just noting what I observed.

I can only perform the actions that consciousness bids me perform. Then, it is up to the universe to produce the desired result. I will continue to do what I must do, what I am driven to do by the voice of consciousness within me. Her expression is my sole concern, for it is her works and not mine that must be done in accord with the Plan.

On my own I am nothing. I exist to serve consciousness. The rest of my life is basically filler, learning about the nature of my Self and coming into greater realization of whom that I am so that my service can be enhanced all the greater as well.

As to feedback for ideas from the world, to a large degree it doesn't matter. The ideas stand on their own. They are valid. Whether they are politically acceptable or economically acceptable is another matter, a matter that will ultimately be decided in the positive. The changes that are forecast will indeed arise. The Dawn is coming, and coming soon at that. A New Age will be here before we know it, and it will be very different from the reality that is currently experienced.

It's interesting how this process works. My soul pours forth in these notes offering a portrait of who I am, what I believe, how I think, what I observe, what actions I take, and how I interpret things. What comes through is no holds barred. I cannot stop it. I do not screen it for what someone else might think or whether it might bring embarrassment to me or others, though by this point I don't know what might happen that could cause me much concern. The bottom line is that I have absolute faith in consciousness, and in my Self, the spark of consciousness that I AM. What must be expressed will be expressed in whatever manner is appropriate. Furthermore, whatever results from this expression I am both meant and suited to handle.

It is so hard to keep the terminology from slipping back to that of a world possessed of freedom and free will. These are so ingrained into us, that we cannot imagine being able to have the same or better experience from an alternate point of view where predetermination and destiny are the chief operational characteristics. The only difference between the two is whether choice exists or not. This cannot be determined from within the illusion. The fact that we appear to make choices, or that we feel that we make choices, or even that we know that we compare alternatives before making choices means nothing. We are never placed in a position to go back to a point in time and test whether we could have taken a different path. Never. Everything that we ever do happens HERE and NOW. No other time nor space exists. The key lesson is to learn what it means to really BE and then to focus it HERE and NOW, in the very place we are at this very instant. This is how, and where, and when spirit is given expression. We, of and by ourselves, are nothing and can do nothing. It is only by allowing consciousness to flow through us that the works of spirit are made manifest. And, these are the works that matter most, for we are indeed spirit enfleshed. It is time that we find the ways to increase this manifestation of spirit in flesh in this world. This is the critical step required to reach the New Age. Further, such indeed we will do, it is written in the very heavens.

Overall, however, everything is unfolding according to Plan. One might say there is no other way that it could manifest, anyway. Consciousness writes the script, and every act, scene, and line is accounted for. Even the words that come through at this moment. Yes, even these words.

The universe sure shouts loudly when she has a point to make. I'm only glad that I've been granted the ears to hear. What wondrous things have I been able to behold in the past 2 years. I would not trade my experience for that of anyone even if I could. No, I am happy to be whom that I AM, and to serve consciousness in whatever manner she directs. My body may be in this realm, as are the works that spirit does through it; but, my essence, my soul is in another domain -- one where UNITY exists in the midst of diversity, where each part of consciousness understands it's place within the whole, and knows that there is only ONE consciousness that animates us all. The sparks only appear to be independent because they cannot see their true connections to the whole. It's all a matter of partitioning of information. This is the key that allows the illusion to be made manifest. It's not the illusion that is important, however, rather the consciousness behind the illusion. Interesting that the world would have things upside down and call the illusion, "reality." Interesting indeed.

What an intricate web consciousness has woven. How intriguing the depths of the connections and the beauty of the patterns that result. How interesting that you only need open oneself to the universe and allow consciousness to express through you without exerting personal control over that expression to reap the great abundance that is there for all with the eyes to see and ears to hear. My forte has been turning numbers into symbols with meaning, a very different meaning than mathematics applies.

I fear that what constitutes the World of Reality for me only agrees in part with that of anyone else, and only in small part at that. Christopher Columbus had maps of an ocean which was said to stretch infinitely to the west and was full of monsters and demons of all sorts. He challenged the leading authorities of his day at a time when the inquisition burned people with far less challenging ideas at the stake. Fortunately, for Christopher, the cost of his voyage to the state was small compared to it's potential gain ... the worst case being that the ships would never find land and the sailors would come to their deaths at sea. I'm starting to develop maps of the Nature of Consciousness and how reality is created. Thus far, these maps don't agree with anything that I've seen from others. Some of the pieces are the same, however the meaning that I apply to them and the way that I use them differ greatly. I'm not sure that map is even the right term yet. These are not things that I can draw, nor even easily describe.

TRUST. Know that you will be placed exactly where you need to be to do what you need to do and to meet your obligations. Follow what consciousness, through your own intuition, would have you do, whatsoever that might be. Be willing to risk whatever it might take. Watch your attachments, and keep them to a minimum.

No one that I know thinks in the way that I do. Yet, this doesn't bother me. I don't find it strange or frightening in any way. Curious is the right description. It's interesting that my mind and belief systems would work in the way that they do, without needing confirmation from outside sources [i.e. people]. At this point, I have become so reliant on intuition and the sources within that I would find it difficult to give creedence to anyone outside. That is a very strong and bold statement to make. In fact, one that smacks of the epitome of Ego. Yet, I bow completely to inner sources of which I am aware though I know not their true nature or source. Over the course of the past two years we have developed an interface which allows inner information to flow. For the most part, I don't even question it anymore. It has been right, or at least useful so often that I know that I can place my trust in it. Besides, even if I wanted to question it, where would I start? I know that this inner source is the place from which my very thoughts spring.

Consciously, I have learned that I am aware to some degree, but definitely not in control of that which I assume to be me. Coming from a strong Ego nature, this was a very tough lesson to learn. Thy Will not Mine be done. In reality, it cannot be otherwise, though it may appear so until the ego learns to let go and let consciousness do what must be done.

We are a people yearning to be free again, but where freedom is defined in a manner that is different than before, a manner that provides the environment necessary for the soul of each of us to express itself to whatever degree and in whatever way is most appropriate. Such an environment has not yet existed on this planet. Yet, collectively we are at a time and in a position where we can make it so -- and very rapidly at that. Cooperative interdependence is the key, fostered by a social contract between all members of this society.

In one sense, all expression is the expression of consciousness. However, in another sense, the greater expression of consciousness requires the opening of inner pathways or channels that allow the creative energy (spirit) to flow through form into expression in your world.

What qualifications do I have? I AM THAT I AM. I can say this with no shame. I shall use all that I AM to serve the WILL of Consciousness throughout the rest of my days. I have come to effect a peaceful revolution that will pave the way for the dawning of a New Age. I belief that I will remain to see the Dawn, but whether that is in the Plan or not does not really matter. What does matter is that a NEW WAY of being is established that enables the Dawn of Aquarius.

So, what is the bottom line? Am I indeed mad? If not, from whence come such musings and to what degree do we accept them as valid? We'll know soon enough by what happens in our world; but, more importantly, how is it that one such as I could rattle on so? Especially given my extremely limited interest in and exposure to people on a personal level. I find it interesting that I can care so deeply for the whole world without having that same sense for each individual. Yet, I know that my talents specifically relate to developing the big picture and coming up with the overall spiritual foundation that will allow everything to work better. Further, much of this will come from getting the VISION, and then relaying it to others, specifically showing them what is necessary to make it work

What is interesting is that in a very real way I feel that I have personally experienced the revolution that the nation will have to undergo. My only hope is that my work can help pave the way and smooth the path in a way that could not be done for me. Being shocked out of one's sense of reality is a very trying experience, especially when there is no one there to offer an alternative. In my case, 20 years of metaphysics was the parachute. Looking back now, however, it's as if the parachute didn't open, or at least didn't open completely. There was simply nothing there other than a deep and abiding faith that I could find the truth, know in my heart when I had found it, and trust my intuition to guide me along the way.

You might say that I am still doing exactly that. I have no reference books to go by, neither have I encountered any mentors on the way. Then again, that's not too surprising. One doesn't expect The Hermit to get his information from without. The source of truth lies within, where it has always been. Consciousness provides all that is necessary. She always has. Life unfolds perfectly. Everything happens as it must for the appropriate lessons to be learned. Remember, the illusion is an elaborate schoolground.

You could say that symbols and messages from consciousness constitute the bulk of my reality. So much so, that I am definitely not of this world, or nearly not in this world.

1995 = 21:84 (91). There is something very surreal about this. Death Exalted is a very important base for me. That this particular year would line up with the last four of my SSN indicates to me that my destiny is close at hand. Very close at hand since there are only four months left in 1995. 59, 70, 22, 25, 45, now 2184. This is blowing me away. The circuits feel as if they are ready to pop. At the same time, the fact that the overall picture is coming together in this manner is unreal -- the associated feelings are incomparable. It's as if I've been on the quest for the Holy Grail and have finally found it. Though, I am not yet certain of what I have found other than the keys to the kingdom. I know not how things will manifest from this day forward, but I am now a FREE MAN, for the TRUTH indeed has set me FREE as the motto at CalTech promised.

Consciousness chooses which connections to reveal to me at particular times. I have no motive, purpose, or intent other than to do as consciousness bids me to do, and come to Know MySelf as well as possible in the process so that my own level of awareness may been enhanced that I may be an even greater vessel for doing the Great work.

You might say that much of what you see here are the notes of a consciousness subjectively observing itself. There is no way this can be done objectively. By it's very nature, consciousness is subjective -- she will not submit to objective probing and reveal her true beauty. This lies within and is there for each individual to find.

Our Forefathers were great and brilliant men, but they lived 220 years ago in a time when the way of life was incomparable to today's. Further, they simply could not anticipate the kinds of problems the country would face in our day and the services that it would be expected to provide not only within the country but on a global front as well. It's clearly time to re-examine the structure of our government and come up with a new one that better serves us in the world of today and in the new millenia that lies ahead. In fact, were many of our Founding Father's able to see what had become of the Nation they birthed, they would probably condemn us for waiting so long to make drastically needed changes. There is nothing sacred about what they wrote. It was great for the time, and has essentially served us well for over two centuries, but the pace of change now is such that this will not be the case much longer. In fact, there are already major problems. The complexities of our times are simply not adequately reflected.