2026-03-14T17:55:29Z https://yabu.me Gurdeep Pandher of the Yukon https://yabu.me/npub1k593h63d7pl0eqs7sgx624g4ahrn8ujzz8m2lp9zy9kjdu3wyl6sse8uj5 https://files.mastodon.social/accounts/avatars/111/622/330/085/307/004/original/43e8e6d3faac1b1c.png https://files.mastodon.social/accounts/avatars/111/622/330/085/307/004/original/43e8e6d3faac1b1c.png https://yabu.me/nevent1qqsrdn7dsjlev3rxt3vfvkegww05ck6w2jw65manxatvmszdvtrqjfqzyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl2tu2ypa I am still using mastodon. I will keep using it. You? 2026-05-14T15:59:29Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqsvuf5lmh2xzpgg4fhlr3ts66aymkpx876cnd0ugesjqhyu09rchxqzyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl26flz4z Time moves in only one direction, carrying each moment into permanent memory the instant it passes. This fundamental truth, that every moment exists only once and can never truly return, shapes the human experience in profound ways. The past dissolves behind us like footprints in sand. The future shimmers ahead like a mirage on the horizon. Only this present breath, this heartbeat, this now, holds the treasure of genuine joy.<br/><video controls width="100%" class="max-h-[90vh] bg-neutral-300 dark:bg-zinc-700"><source src="https://files.mastodon.social/media_attachments/files/116/199/768/409/271/301/original/8a88a42956d2cab5.mp4"></video><br/> 2026-03-09T14:49:42Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqspw2fsc3xn55udwu276qxh5xlspgmnz82la7w367n7ssflf9ydevczyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl2mrwjfl Friends, that moment has arrived. A dream has become reality. A concept has grown into something tangible. Today, the PRINTED copies of The Gurdeep Magazine finally arrived in my hands. The design and printing journey stretched longer than anticipated—but patience has borne fruit, its pages breathing beauty, its form radiating exactly the elegance and visual grace I envisioned. To secure your copy, please visit <a href="https://Gurdeep.ca/Magazine">https://Gurdeep.ca/Magazine</a><br/> <img src="https://files.mastodon.social/media_attachments/files/115/627/734/341/745/234/original/5c1b917a923baef3.jpg"> <br/> 2025-11-28T14:13:38Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqsqy709zr5ckds3pat4p9avt687xcrskxt7edtpmxx88r4668y43kqzyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl2r0s85m Today, I&#39;ve completed another orbit around the sun—arriving back where I started, yet transformed beyond recognition with one more layer of growth. I carry the marks of elsewhere: an accent tracing journeys across oceans, skin holding the warmth of distant suns, a turban crowning my identity. Yet you&#39;ve woven me into the fabric of belonging. You—so many of you—opened spaces where I could simply be, where difference dissolved into kinship. For this, my gratitude runs deeper than words can reach.<br/> <img src="https://files.mastodon.social/media_attachments/files/115/384/618/314/229/179/original/40be7e09970bd420.jpeg"> <br/> 2025-10-16T15:46:08Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqsv728ghgufh3cfxz3lpva77wl4j9k86jn5gxrxp7sku8am6wqe8uczyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl27jw5vw My new words for letting your thoughts dance:<br/>(A Single Human Thought Is the World&#39;s Most Powerful Force)<br/><a href="https://gurdeeppandher.substack.com/p/human-thought">https://gurdeeppandher.substack.com/p/human-thought</a> 2025-05-02T16:42:00Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqsrpccwlrgw20p5z05jew0f9kj78uqsf2fa2uehevet4vhcjxsrwnqzyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl20qlhch Today&#39;s article is a bit informal, born purely out of love for Canada. Please read if you can:<br/><a href="https://gurdeeppandher.substack.com/p/hey-canada">https://gurdeeppandher.substack.com/p/hey-canada</a> 2025-02-02T17:06:49Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqswkeg4he36ahvn86nzp0feuj0m5fw4e926ap4fznvftppdnumzexszyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl24petrz True joy dwells not in the glitter of gold or the allure of achievement, but in our heart&#39;s ability to find light in life&#39;s darkest moments. Though fortunes may fade and success may slip away, those who embrace life fully—dancing through both its storms and sunshine—discover a joy that endures forever.<br/>Gurdeep.org<br/><video controls width="100%" class="max-h-[90vh] bg-neutral-300 dark:bg-zinc-700"><source src="https://files.mastodon.social/media_attachments/files/113/771/045/223/579/820/original/0e89c084fdcedfab.mp4"></video><br/> 2025-01-04T16:33:18Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqsxd7wwyy4mawh86ddpc27vym96ch354yd73rtz3fv882wfkpuqe3gzyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl260adrc With my local friend Danella Olsen here in the Yukon, we&#39;re creating warmth and joy in the snowy wilderness at -20°C through uplifting music and movements, sharing our celebration with the universe as we wish you a Happy New Year. <br/>***<br/>(Music: Fiddle by Samantha Depatie &amp; Dhol drum by Gurdeep Pandher)<br/>Gurdeep.org<br/><video controls width="100%" class="max-h-[90vh] bg-neutral-300 dark:bg-zinc-700"><source src="https://files.mastodon.social/media_attachments/files/113/753/938/709/867/170/original/45733c49741dc917.mp4"></video><br/> 2025-01-01T16:02:55Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqstr9ty3n6s6y78qhm5t342qfagf8rru5nvx9zjugmq3pw6zw4hmqqzyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl2l4pljh ਨਵੇਂ ਸਾਲ ਦੀਆਂ ਵਧਾਈਆਂ ਜੀ 🧡<br/>Happy New Year to everyone 🙏🏽<br/>Bonne année à tous 🤗<br/> <img src="https://files.mastodon.social/media_attachments/files/113/751/617/470/117/150/original/643f4f6640bf6be8.png"> <br/> 2025-01-01T06:12:22Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqsfvwxylr96ptx3ymaayyyz3mg985fjgdhy692xkhlffsp0n5zfrtqzyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl2s4828f Because Of Your Love, The Governor General Of Canada Has Selected Me For Meritorious Service Decoration Award 🧡<br/><a href="https://gurdeeppandher.substack.com/p/meritorious-service-decoration">https://gurdeeppandher.substack.com/p/meritorious-service-decoration</a> 2024-12-26T17:25:34Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqs9lyre4wx6ulvfmemdwhvqq27mzs3wf7xkndc2xfvvscchdmkkszczyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl260xp7r With this beautiful living tree in the wilderness of the Yukon, I wish everyone a Merry Christmas 🎄<br/> <img src="https://files.mastodon.social/media_attachments/files/113/709/145/880/937/900/original/efc8f31dfa6565a8.jpeg"> <br/> 2024-12-24T18:11:13Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqsfwl30qs4semsdrl0t03nkj8cnxkukgqyjnr9csc04uaapwdhqggczyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl2mc32d0 I received a letter from the Office of the Governor General of Canada, Hon. Mary Simon, informing me that I have been selected for the Meritorious Service Decoration (Civil Division). The award recognizes my contributions toward creating a positive impact in the country. The formal presentation of the award will take place in 2025. I am very grateful 🙏🏽🧡<br/> <img src="https://files.mastodon.social/media_attachments/files/113/674/972/203/095/144/original/2f2f94cec4fc139f.jpeg"> <br/> 2024-12-18T17:20:26Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqsqvkggdmcujm0r8mqvfmpg3l0my7mrlpt59ec4agx9lxzxfu9tlwszyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl2v2p404 Even if we live to be 100 years old, our entire lifetime is just a blink of an eye compared to Earth&#39;s 4.5 billion years of existence. Why waste our precious time on negativity and hating our fellow travelers who share this brief journey with us? Let&#39;s find joy instead.<br/>Gurdeep.org<br/><video controls width="100%" class="max-h-[90vh] bg-neutral-300 dark:bg-zinc-700"><source src="https://files.mastodon.social/media_attachments/files/113/646/551/415/640/532/original/287662251b76db60.mp4"></video><br/> 2024-12-13T16:52:48Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqsf73pcyatrwdjftz6d77z35uqp3rk0zun3jlmm3pj4rnmwem52y7gzyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl2cqx39r Do not allow your inner child to fade away as the years pass by. This precious part of yourself — the one that finds wonder in small moments, laughs freely, and sees the world with curiosity and delight — is essential to maintaining genuine joy and vitality throughout your life. From the precious waters of the Yukon River, I am sending joy, hope and positivity.<br/>***<br/>Music: Fiddle by Samantha Depatie, Dhol Drum by Gurdeep Pandher<br/>***<br/><a href="https://gurdeeppandher.substack.com">https://gurdeeppandher.substack.com</a><br/><video controls width="100%" class="max-h-[90vh] bg-neutral-300 dark:bg-zinc-700"><source src="https://files.mastodon.social/media_attachments/files/113/612/714/324/671/410/original/ebc6912e0e442a20.mp4"></video><br/> 2024-12-07T17:27:34Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqszrfmtmgqn0lntw7jdvkmhk3vmwgg86eedxgkxdrxge242cn6qmyczyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl2mzw2vv Sending love, light, and warmth from the frozen expanse of Lake Laberge in the Yukon. As I stand by this majestic body of water, surrounded by the pristine wilderness of Canada&#39;s north, I am reminded of the resilience of the human spirit. May the serene beauty of this winter landscape bring you comfort and strength during difficult times.<br/> <img src="https://files.mastodon.social/media_attachments/files/113/518/660/294/061/482/original/33c68edbaaab7b9e.png"> <br/> 2024-11-21T02:48:18Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqsymzut36gan3nt56jx6rpyrc4ftn4yclpvhpx2hfnzyusm744336szyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl2fyk5uh If you have a moment, I&#39;d love for you to read my latest article:<br/>ACKNOWLEDGE SADNESS, BUT DON&#39;T LET IT CANCEL YOUR JOY<br/><a href="https://gurdeeppandher.substack.com/p/acknowledge-sadness-but">https://gurdeeppandher.substack.com/p/acknowledge-sadness-but</a> 2024-11-03T16:39:14Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqsxhlxa4m9puhv0lrxzrnsgjmqrmkw5q3p7avw56xgykgvfn3f78hqzyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl2sd4323 Completing one more circle around the sun today. Who needs artificial decorations for their birthday when nature has adorned itself with gorgeous autumn colours flawlessly all around 🙏🏽❤️<br/> <img src="https://files.mastodon.social/media_attachments/files/113/318/158/095/528/419/original/a124b697648782ac.jpeg"> <br/> 2024-10-16T16:58:07Z https://yabu.me/nevent1qqsx2a9prxwgckga6nt0kh4ds98vjnn59hewpde92hnlrmnnutlq3mqzyz6skxl29hc8alyzr6pqmf24zhkuwvljgggldtuy5gsk6fhj9cnl25acewl If you have time, I invite you to read my latest article:<br/>SADNESS MAY STAY AROUND, BUT SEEK JOY EVERY DAY<br/><a href="https://gurdeeppandher.substack.com/p/seek-joy-every-day">https://gurdeeppandher.substack.com/p/seek-joy-every-day</a> 2024-09-08T16:25:23Z