discovering our inner cookie monster

A gemologist has discovered a rare agate gemstone inside of volcanic rock that bears a striking resemblance to the blue, googly-eyed Cookie Monster from "Sesame Street." Lucas Fassari found the gemstone in southern Brazil last November. He joked that, when he cracked the agate open, he heard it yell, "C is for Cookie!" 
“Just as a jewel that has been buried in the earth for a million years is not discolored or harmed, in the same way our noble heart is not affected by all of our kicking and screaming. The jewel will glow as brilliantly as if nothing had ever happened. No matter how committed we are to unkindness or greed, our genuine heart cannot be lost, never marred, and completely whole.” – Pema Chodron
Affirmative prayer: In realizing my oneness with Infinite Presence, I see everything in the light of a new day. I live with an open, grateful heart, seeing the Divine everywhere, recognizing pure Spirit in everyone I meet. Thank you, God, forever. Amen.

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