2009: A Year Of Give And Take
With a new year come the chances for a new beginning. The tendency to become stagnate is extremely great right now. Changes are still occurring and though they may not be extreme or even noticeable, once all is said and done they will be major transformation on a scale that encompasses all.
Before getting into the Orisa of the year I want to expound on a few points that are becoming a running theme. People’s expectation for immediate gratification is becoming the norm. Put your priorities together and start realizing that a more low key existence is more conducive to happiness and a contentedness that more and more people have been missing.
The pursuit of material wealth and its false senses of security as I call them are strangling the life force and sensibilities from the world. This pursuit is sending you barreling off path on a scavenger hunt with implications that are far reaching for you, your families and your communities. No one thinks that maybe their path is down the barren trail with just a few comforts. Quiet yourself long enough to reconnect with an Orisa such as Baba Esu or Baba Oge in order to navigate your path with a clear head.
The Orisa of the year is Baba Obatala. Baba is needed so much right now with things being so out of balance. He not only stands for justice but stability, consistency and firmness. Remember Baba Obatala stands for new beginnings. He presided over the beginning which is what these years ahead are bringing forth.
We need to pay close attention to what is right and not what is easy. Remember things get a lot worse before they get better. Do not become complacent with seemingly small change or constant short changing. Feeling unsettled and in a constant state of craving or need is telling you that you are or have been complacent with your spirituality and with personal relationships and with Orisa.
Relationship building is the key again this year. Change is best made with family and those close to you. As the world is in upheaval and in metamorphosis the one constant should be the love anchor of family, loved ones, and Orisa. Don’t mistake and think that they should be your constant anchor; you are required to be their anchor as well. Love like life is a game of give and take.
About Baba Orunmila
This site is dedicated to the words of the Orisa Orunmila, the assistant to Olodumare. People will do well to engage Baba Orunmila often to assure that they get on path and stay on path. A true and accurate reading from Orunmila is a rare and precious thing. It is an opportunity for the devotee to receive advice and direction regarding his/her life path and the proper steps that should be taken to traverse it. It is not to be taken lightly. Modern life is filled with far too many intrusions, interruptions, illusions, and other distractions that can keep us from remaining focused on what is truly important. Our spirituality is our own personal responsibility and not the responsibility of any diviner we may purchase a reading from. Many people view a reading from Orunmila as if it is an opportunity to have their fortunes told. But, the glimpses Baba Orunmila grants us into his infinite wisdom and knowledge shouldn’t be taken for granted so grossly. His time is precious and should be respected as such. Orunmila knows what guidance you will need.
