One of my favorite inspirational parting gifts to give participants in my workshops has been a copy of Linda Ellis's beautiful poem, The Dash.

Thanks to my great virtual assistant, Wanda, who sent me a virtual gift of "The Dash" as a movie, I am able to pass it on to you.

It comes from my heart, to honor all your efforts - for the time you put into caring for others sometimes at the expense of yourself, for the difference you make in your practice, your family or your community, and for all your aspirations to live a "life on purpose".

And it comes with my deepest wishes for a blessed and joyous holiday season, and a 2007 filled with interesting challenges, moments of deep stillness, and rewards for all of those efforts.

Enjoy the movie here (it will take a few moments to load).