Peace Pilgrim became my inspiration from the very first time I had the privilege to hear about her, 17 years ago, and I wish to share my appreciation as I see her Light and Love eternal brightly shining on Earth.

Her dramatization of the way of Peace has transforming power and she continues to influence my own work for peace in expanding ways. Thank you, Peace! In the depths of my being I now know . . .

Peace is the sole and only source of happiness
and resides within me.

A quiet, indwelling peace…
A perfect, satisfying peace…

A joyous celebration of life
and of all that is!

Life has a joyful outlook through the experience of a vibrantly alive inner peace. In this gentle mood we know that even during the most difficult of times we have the spiritual resources to handle any situation we may encounter. In the process of living in peace with ourselves and others we develop a basic poise that becomes instrumental in transcending illness, dealing with natural disasters and confronting challenging situations and relationships. This approach to living lies in the understanding that all we experience has a purpose.

Peace Pilgrim’s words resonate in my soul, “When I awoke at dawn I was back on the spiritual mountaintop with a wonderful feeling. I knew I would never need to descend again into the valley. I knew that for me the struggle was over, that finally I had succeeded in giving my life, or finding inner peace.”

I wish to share with you some of my affirmations to embrace peace:

• M heart opens wide in a joyous embracing of all creation.
• I recognize God’s purpose in each situation and all circumstances.
• My heart has found the shrine where peace resides.
• I am a part of all and choose peace.