Diversity Rules Magazine

3 Diversity Rules Magazine October 2014 Terry's brother Rob died of AIDS in 2004 and le her his writings of which Keep Up Now is the result. To find out how to manifest happiness and abundance, check out Terry's website at: www.terryludwig.net. Terry can be reached at: keepupnow@gmail.com. e cool breeze of fall reminds me that winter is on its way, but not before one last brilliant show of colors makes their way across the valley for a final dazzling performance. Fall is also a time of harvest, reaping the bounty, cultivated during the warmth of summer. e change of season brings to mind the many changes we face on our journey. e bounty is a demonstration of possessions, accumulated during times of prosperity. For me, it's a reminder to look at what I've attached myself to, in order to establish my safe haven. Where am I resting to enjoy the beauty of my manifestations, and how do my manifestations change when the in- evitable winds of change begin to blow? When it's time to move on; where does my safety lie? I look to see what I have attached myself to, in search of hap- piness. What are my expectations from my relation- ships? Have I attached myself to expectations from the tangible items I have manifested? If the answer is yes, I will have difficulty during my transition into the next season of my soul. e changing season is a wakeup call, to remind me that my salvation comes from within me. I'm reminded that nothing can disturb my peace or upset me in any way, because nothing outside of my- self can save me. e winds can blow, relationships may waver, friends and material possessions will fluctu- ate with the seasons, but I will always have the light, inside of me, to show me the path and guide me along the way. I can choose happiness for myself, at any moment, and create the manner of day that inspires happiness. Or I can choose to let the winds crash against me and disrupt my peace of mind, causing fear, turmoil and strife. My state of mind is ultimately my responsibility and a result of the choices I make. I am reminded time and time again, that I may have to go through the clouds, before I can reach the light, but I have never found anything in the cloud patterns that have endured; or that I truly wanted. Ultimately, it is my thoughts about my journey that make it good or bad; happy or sad. When I can stand in my truth, knowing I am One with all that is; I real- ize there is nothing to fear. I know there is no lack, and everything I need is inside of me. At that mo- ment, I accept all of the gifts I have been given and gladly share my bounty with my brothers; once again, affirming the unity we share. Keep up Now ~ with the stream of higher consciousness and stay connected to the Source. Keep Up Now By Terry Ludwig (c) Can Stock Photo Inc. / grsphoto "With each step we take we draw closer or further from ourselves. We are all witness to aspects of our own individual evolution in this life. Still, the more attached to this physical place we remain the less likely we are to be con- scious of that growth. ere are those who for whatever reason seem to stagnate in this realm. For them, what they see is all there is. eir life's measure; material possession. Ironically, even this accumulation has potential spiritual value. e key to unlocking its' treasure is in giving it away." – Rob Ludwig October 21st, 2014 is the ten year anniversary of Rob's passing. His life and words have inspired this column. It was Rob's intention to share his life's lesson with all of you. e day before he passed he told me he would leave all of his writings to me, and I would know what to do with them. is col- umn has been the answer. He once told me, after the fact, he had subconsciously agreed in this life- time to contract the AID's virus, because it would have been the only thing that would keep him from searching outside of himself for true Love. Rob loved big, with his whole heart and his special relationships were his lessons in loving himself. He told me he was grateful for his ultimate lesson – the true meaning and acceptance of Love. In his final days, he shared his divine Love with everyone he touched.

• Cover