Author Archives: Rev. Dr. Rosemary C. Hyde,

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About Rev. Dr. Rosemary C. Hyde,

I am a grandmother, a classical homeopath, a mystical poet, and an interfaith minister. I also have a large, enduring place in my heart for Paris. I first spent time in Paris in 1961, as a Fulbright scholar. I remained in France for three years, living also in Toulouse and in Nancy. I have revisited France and Paris multiple times since then, and have come to know The city and surroundings quite well. I grew up in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, where there were many Franco-Americans, and their language fascinated me. I was fortunate in 6th grade, when my family moved, to find myself in a Catholic French speaking girls' school, where I had the wonderful fortune of becoming bilingual. It still feeds my soul deeply, to visit Paris, speak French, and reconnect with the little French girl in me. I am serving presently as President of the global online Peace Initiative called LivingPeaceNow.Org. We are bringing together worldwide in 3 languages — English, French, and Spanish— small groups of Connected Peacemakers to help deepen and hold Peace globally with their thoughts, words, and actions. My goal as a minister is to add richness to life for those who resonate to more than one religious tradition or to none -- those with mixed religions as well as the unchurched, untempled, and unmosqued. All of us, whatever our cultural allegiances, hunger for and need support in finding the transcendent joy that's ours to find in this earthly life. All of us need and want to celebrate beautifully the great and small milemarker moments. All of us crave the beauty of prayer as an expression of our participation in universal love. All of us wish to learn a greater vision, to see our lives opening to the Divine. All of us desire deeply to find serenity and peace that lasts no matter what happens today and tomorrow. This is the meaning of Transcendessence. We find the essence of spirit and transcend the narrow constraints of our bodies and egos. Join us today by subscribing, so you won't miss a single poem, message, prayer, or meditation. And for more varied and beautiful spiritual resources check out the Living Peace Now Facebook page and our website: http://LivingPeaceNow.Org.

An adventure in Search of a Gluten-Free Lunch June 1 2014

The Other Side of Paris   This morning, Nancy and I decided to embark on an adventure in search of gluten-free treats.  France is way behind the US in terms of commercial baking for people with food allergies. After a … Continue reading

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May 31 2014 A Wonderful Day in Paris

A Wonderful Day in Paris May 31 2014 Today, we decided to just accept the timetable that seems to be working for us – leaving the house around 3 pm and doing the things that appeal to us, through the … Continue reading

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How We See Each Other 2: The Arab World from a French Perspective

HOW WE VIEW EACH OTHER CONTINUED — THE ARAB INSTITUTE EXHIBIT ON THE HAJ   One of the hallmarks of Paris is its dense, multi-hued, poly-linguistic human diversity.  This is true in any large city, of course.  Because France had … Continue reading

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Franglish — How French People and Americans See Each Other

FRANGLISH — HOW WE VIEW EACH OTHER MAY 29 2014   One of the MeetUp groups we’ve joined here meets several times a week at different places, for English and French speakers to practice speaking each others’ languages.  It’s a … Continue reading

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A Bus Mistake and an Unexpected Day

  An Unexpected Day May 26, 2014 So today was a rainy day, and museums were open – a no brainer. One of the museum exhibits we’d highlighted on our to-do list was the Paris 1900 exhibit at the “Petit … Continue reading

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The American Church in Paris

The American Church in Paris, Sunday  May 25 2014   Nancy and I decided to attend the 11 o’clock service this morning at the American Church in Paris.  It’s a large complex on a fancy street.  We were surprised to … Continue reading

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Feasts for the Nose — Street Markets in Paris

Feast for the Nose and Eyes  — Street Markets in Paris, May 23 2014 Bakery Rue Mouffetard May 2014 Street markets abound!  Suddenly, tents mushroom where there were none before.  And then,  for a morning or a day, a feast … Continue reading

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The Lady and the Unicorn, Musee de Cluny, May 24 2014

The Lady and the Unicorn Musee de Cluny May 24 2014 (Photo from Wikipedia) I remember when I was in Paris the first time, in 1961, going to the Museum of Cluny, and falling in love with the beautiful tapestries … Continue reading

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Concert at Notre Dame Cathedral May 22 2014

Concert in Notre Dame May 22 2014    I’ve been to Notre Dame, several times.  It’s large and imposing, and the detail of sculpture across its façade and around every Gothic door frame is amazing.  Last year, for some reason, … Continue reading

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Daily Pleasures

May 20 2014 Daily Pleasures We woke up today at a normal time – Yay!  After yesterday’s long walking around the Jardin des Plantes – several hours worth – we decided to “take it easy” today, which we’re enjoying.  Tomorrow … Continue reading

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