February 2010 Warm greetings to you. For many of us, living through this time of transition is like living inside of a Mystery Play.  We can see what is ending and can glimpse new shoots of life, but the near-term future remains an enigma. The ability to see the larger picture is the gift of the Ageless Wisdom.  Through the lens of these teachings, we are able to recognize the new shoots of life as the birth of the human soul—an “event” that augurs the complete transformation of life on our planet.  Humanity’s spiritual awakening is central to the divine plan of evolution, in which we are destined to become a conscious link in the Chain of Being.  Awakening leads to the process that transforms us into spiritual beings, enabling us to fulfill our part in the divine plan.  As the soul, the true Self, gains control of life it transforms the lead of dense material living into the gold of spiritual realization.  The awakened soul becomes the true “Philosopher’s Stone.” Until now, unawakened humanity has been the missing link in the chain of conscious evolution.  With the touch of the Philosopher’s Stone humanity will help to transform the seemingly separate kingdoms of life on Earth into a lighted harmonious whole. In the coming months we will explore the beauty and magic of this unfolding plan with a focus on: the Plan of Evolution (as revealed in the Ageless Wisdom) the great Chain of Being and its “missing link” -- sleeping humanity the way to forge that link and transform our world the real Philosopher’s Stone When the Soul Awakens was written to provide a ground of understanding for this new time.  It is our sincere hope that this book, along with the many articles at this website, may serve you in the coming year as we journey further into the mysteries of the new era.   "Every once in awhile a book comes along that is the definitive work of research, eloquence and skillful attunement to the subject at hand... When the Soul Awakens is now my go-to book for inspiration, wonder and understanding of the human condition."                                                                                                        Rolland G. Smith                                                                                                         Journalist and Poet                                  "This book is truly soul food for people hungry for spiritual truth."                                                                                     Susan MacNeil, Ph.D. Click here: <A Book for Now>         As you will see, the broader purpose of this website is to help "lighten" the difficult passage from an age of materialism into an age of spirituality by offering the perspective of the Ageless Wisdom.  From this perspective, the portal through which we must pass on the journey to higher consciousness is the soul, or higher Self of a human being.  The awakening and flowering of the collective human soul will inevitably give rise to a new civilization and culture. As this transition time unfolds, we hope that this website will engage your mind, heart and soul.  In these pages you'll find articles written by us on the journey of transformation and the shift in perspective that occurs when the soul awakens and the inner eye opens. You will also find extraordinary writings, art works and insights contributed by kindred souls—part of a "wisdom exchange" to help us navigate these difficult times.  Please visit Signs of Aquarius, In Transition, and Shared Wisdom. We invite you to explore this site by visiting the many pages listed to your left.  And if the spirit moves you, we invite you to make a contribution to our wisdom exchange.  Essays, poems and images that shed light on  these transformative times are welcome.  Through a sharing of knowledge and inspiration from a wide range of perspectives, we hope to generate greater light and mutual understanding—forging together a deeper sense of spiritual community as we move through this period of transition and rebirth.                                                                           In the spirit of a new time,                                                                           Nancy Seifer & Martin Vieweg For a complete listing of website contents please visit our Site Map To see the most recent articles and web pages click on Latest Postings...and more.         To get in touch with Gathering Wave Press click Contact Us to the left         or write to us at:  booksatgwp@verizon.net         <Email List>