This was TZF’s December Card for the year 2000.
To view other years' cards, click here.
For those living in the planet’s northern hemisphere, the winter solstice is a time of celebration, for it signals the return of the light. From mid-summer on, the days shorten, the nights lengthen, and increasingly darkness reigns. Now, in the twelfth month, that process reverses. The sun strengthens, and the light returns. Virtually all spiritual traditions recognize the symbolism residing in this astronomical phenomenon, and celebrate it. Here, at The Zoo Fence, through December and January, we join in that joy by sharing a few of the happy messages we have received over the past twelve months. |
Ever since I found this site, The Simple Way has been required reading at the beginning of each day. When first encountered, something inside suggested that this was The Truth. It was cheerfully acknowledged that a more complete understanding was somewhere in the future. Now, months later, it can be safely reported that Understanding has grown incredibly. It is easy to believe that, indeed, the “keys to the Kingdom” have been made available to this seeker. And it is for this, our undying gratitude is extended. It would have been tragic to have passed this lifetime without the first clue as to what life is actually about. Thank you that such is not the case. |
Santa Cruz, California |
When I began reading The Simple Way, I started crying, literally, with tears running down my face. The release was very potent. Thank you, thank you, thank you. |
Ontario, Canada |
My eight year-old son absolutely adored “The Fox That Wasn’t”! The fact that TZF and other such sites exist and so much time and care is put into them is a daily source of inspiration (and reinforcement) to me on my journey. |
Macedonia |
What a welcome warmth in a cold world. |
Oneonta, New York |
I’m glad I found you. |
Mesquite, Texas |
Thank you for this offering. I feel at peace here. |
Jackson, Wyoming |
The Zoo Fence came into my life at a time I really needed it! |
Houston, Texas |
The Zoo Fence is a wonderful site for persons like me, who live in countries where it is impossible or expensive to get hold of books about the spiritual life. |
Pretoria, South Africa |
I recently found one of your books in the trash, and from it, I eventually found the site. Although I do not read very much, I found myself eating every chunk of this delicious writing. |
Phoenix, Arizona |
What an incredible site! |
Toddington, England |
The Zoo Fence is one of my “Favorites”, and I love it! |
Cockeysville, Maryland |
I’ve been visiting The Zoo Fence for a year now, and have both enjoyed and puzzled over the information I have received here. I just wanted to give you a hearty thank you! |
I am grateful for the way this site reaches out to me. |
Calgary, Canada |
I would like to thank you for all the inspiration I, along with many friends and family members, gain via your site. |
Portland, Oregon |
I just want to thank you and let you know that what you have here has truly made a difference in my life. I have made numerous visits to The Zoo Fence, reading everything here, during which there have been times when my soul has rejoiced in what it has discovered; and times when I’ve just wanted to cry; and times when I have felt nothing but pure happiness; and times of simple reflection. The Zoo Fence has literally been a blessing. |
This is my favorite site on the web. I found it a couple of years ago in the later stages of the questioning phase of my journey, and it was indeed a god-send. I send people who are still looking here all the time, because it is so well written and thought out. |
Another trip to The Zoo Fence! I just love coming to it! The other day, I brought some friends, and now, they love it, too! Thank you! Thank you! |
Thank you for the many hours of enjoyment, inspiration and learning I have had from your pages and letters. |
Auckland, New Zealand |
Thank you for an enlightening and refreshing site! |
Gillingham, England |
I enjoy your humor! |
Your words are a great comfort to my heart, like a warm blanket on a cold, stormy night. |
I truly am grateful for The Zoo Fence, and look forward to opening the site every day, and feeling at one and in touch. The love that fills these pages is incredibly beautiful. |
I love the way you write with both inspiration and common sense. And I still think yours is the most beautiful and wondrous web site I’ve seen! |
Naples, Florida |
Since my first visit, I have been coming back to your website regularly, and encouraging like-minded friends to do so. Thank you for being there. |
Quezon City, Philippines |
I am a blind user, and I find your site quite accessible. Thanks. |
Stamford, Connecticut |
You have touched my life. You are loved! |
Brunswick, New Jersey |
Thanks so much for having so very much insightful information at “Consider This”! I have truly gained. |
I especially like The Quiet Room, where the prayers help me put into words what I sometimes feel but cannot verbalize. Thank you for affecting my life in a positive way. |
I stumbled on this site one lonely morning, and I am not alone anymore. I love you, and I thank you. |
What a sheer joy! |
El Segundo, California |
Thanks! and thanks again!! |
Greeneville, Tennessee |
Thank you very much for this incredible experience. I have thoroughly enjoyed my visit here and intend on telling many friends of your site. May you all always walk in peace. |
Laguna Woods, California |
My cousin recommended this site. I am so glad she did! |
Gibbon, Nebraska |
This site is absolutely terrific. Thanks for being so outright about spiritual matters. |
Durban, South Africa |
I asked for a Teacher and this site was shown to me. |
Calgary, Canada |
Thank you so much for offering a place of refuge in such a hectic world. |
Germany |
I’ve been visiting your site for a few months now.
Not very long or frequent visits, but enough to sense the peace behind the
print. Thank you. |
Croton-on-Hudson, New York |
This site radiates. |
Albuquerque, New Mexico |
We thank you one and all!
We wish for all TZF visitors, their friends, their families, and all others,
whoever, whatever, and wherever they may be,
peace and joy everlasting.
December, 2000