The first thing that came to mind
when I read today’s Question
was this line from a song . . .
“sometimes, all I need is the air that I breathe…”
That is the feeling invoked in me
when I think of the best things.
When I am in my deepest contentment,
it is almost my mantra . . .
The air sustains me
and is still free to every living being.
There may come a time
when the natural air in our world
becomes so polluted
that we will have to buy fresh air,
but for now
it is free . . .
I can lie in the grass
watching the clouds go by in a blue sky,
smelling rich, dark earth,
listening to insects and birds,
and breathe in the air
as much and as deeply as I desire.
To breathe
is the best of things.
Ask anyone with asthma or COPD. ♥
One last thought before bed: We could include these simple things in our personal metrics, as James Crews writes in this poem after quoting Robin Wall Kimmerer:
“What if our metrics for well-being included birdsong, the crescendo
of crickets on a summer evening, and neighbors calling to each other
I can savor all the freebies in life by staying in the present moment & relish these gifts. Maintaining an attitude of gratitude at all times for all the gifts the Divine has bestowed upon me is a must in my life.
I am thankful for all. I am blessed.🙏🏻
🕊️&🩵
I can savor all that is free to me by being aware and living in the moment.
It’s all about noticing and experiencing life through my senses.
I’d also like to begin meditating.
Wishing joy and gratefulness to all on this lovely Saturday. ☀️✨
The paradox of today’s question, I’m headed to an amusement park, Dollywood, with the youngest two and my hubby. It’s not free, it’s noisy and boisterous. But, I’m grateful we can go. It’s an opportunity to practice breeding anchored the simplicity of breathing while waiting on lines in the heat and seeing the inherent divinity and dignity in all the park goers. Let’s see how I do! What a great experiment.
Get the cinnamon bread!!! Eat it hot and take one to go!!!!! We went once and found everyone nice- I mean it’s named after Dolly, everyone seemed to have a great attitude.
“… seeing the inherent divinity and dignity in all the park goers.”
Love this, Avril. There was a time that I tried to focus this a lot.
I used to do it in grocery stores.
It’s harder in social situations
because I get distracted by conversation and forget.
But seeing the goodness and godliness
in those I know and those I meet
makes for beautiful connections.
Just as in meditation and living consciously,
I can always come back to this when I remember.
Thank you Avril. .
Like each of you, my life can get filled with things I want to do, as well as obligations I choose to fulfill. Sometimes, I really yearn for blocks of time or days with no commitments. Yet when I create that time, I can feel restless, and start looking for ways to fill it. What I really want to become better at is savoring that time. Be aware and be intentional regarding how I will be with that free gift. Maybe today’s Word of the Day is a way to begin those precious times. “Breathe and say thank you.”🩷
I understand that desire, Avril. I think it was Carol, who a few days back, included these words in her post; “designing my life to my liking”. I wrote them down as a reminder. Just a reminder, knowing I can incorporate those words perhaps more than I do.
Yesterday’s “Word”,
dear S R,
was . . .
The weight of our darkness, stress, and anxiety can sometimes overpower us—but in our heavy moments, it’s crucial to remember that our worthiness remains intact, even when we falter.
— Alex Elle
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The first thing that came to mind
when I read today’s Question
was this line from a song . . .
“sometimes, all I need is the air that I breathe…”
That is the feeling invoked in me
when I think of the best things.
When I am in my deepest contentment,
it is almost my mantra . . .
The air sustains me
and is still free to every living being.
There may come a time
when the natural air in our world
becomes so polluted
that we will have to buy fresh air,
but for now
it is free . . .
I can lie in the grass
watching the clouds go by in a blue sky,
smelling rich, dark earth,
listening to insects and birds,
and breathe in the air
as much and as deeply as I desire.
To breathe
is the best of things.
Ask anyone with asthma or COPD. ♥
One last thought before bed: We could include these simple things in our personal metrics, as James Crews writes in this poem after quoting Robin Wall Kimmerer:
“What if our metrics for well-being included birdsong, the crescendo
of crickets on a summer evening, and neighbors calling to each other
across the road?”
—Robin Wall Kimmerer
https://mailchi.mp/de95ea9477df/weekly-pause-metrics?e=4660b7819e
Thanks for the quote and the link…such a powerful poem!
Oh, Amen, Barb. Thank you.🩷
I think that just remembering that statement that “the best things in life are free” will help me to notice and savor them more today.
Notice it and take it all in!
Slow down. Pay attention. Rest in the noticing moment.
I can savor all the freebies in life by staying in the present moment & relish these gifts. Maintaining an attitude of gratitude at all times for all the gifts the Divine has bestowed upon me is a must in my life.
I am thankful for all. I am blessed.🙏🏻
🕊️&🩵
I can savor all that is free to me by being aware and living in the moment.
It’s all about noticing and experiencing life through my senses.
I’d also like to begin meditating.
Wishing joy and gratefulness to all on this lovely Saturday. ☀️✨
Just be quiet and listen.
Ahhhhhhhhh.🩷
The paradox of today’s question, I’m headed to an amusement park, Dollywood, with the youngest two and my hubby. It’s not free, it’s noisy and boisterous. But, I’m grateful we can go. It’s an opportunity to practice breeding anchored the simplicity of breathing while waiting on lines in the heat and seeing the inherent divinity and dignity in all the park goers. Let’s see how I do! What a great experiment.
Get the cinnamon bread!!! Eat it hot and take one to go!!!!! We went once and found everyone nice- I mean it’s named after Dolly, everyone seemed to have a great attitude.
It IS a great experience r, Avril. Fully being with what is. 🩷
I’d love to hear how this plays out for you,
dear Avril.
It is a great
(and challenging)
experiment. ♥
“… seeing the inherent divinity and dignity in all the park goers.”
Love this, Avril. There was a time that I tried to focus this a lot.
I used to do it in grocery stores.
It’s harder in social situations
because I get distracted by conversation and forget.
But seeing the goodness and godliness
in those I know and those I meet
makes for beautiful connections.
Just as in meditation and living consciously,
I can always come back to this when I remember.
Thank you Avril. .
Be kind and be grateful.
Simply said,
and well put,
dear Carol. ♥
Stay aware and breathe it all in.
To stay in the moment and be aware. To use all my senses to savor.
Get up and go out and walk!
Enjoy the weekend everyone 🙂
https://nationaltoday.com/national-recommit-to-your-fitness-day/
Like each of you, my life can get filled with things I want to do, as well as obligations I choose to fulfill. Sometimes, I really yearn for blocks of time or days with no commitments. Yet when I create that time, I can feel restless, and start looking for ways to fill it. What I really want to become better at is savoring that time. Be aware and be intentional regarding how I will be with that free gift. Maybe today’s Word of the Day is a way to begin those precious times. “Breathe and say thank you.”🩷
I also yearn for more unstructured time.
I understand that desire, Avril. I think it was Carol, who a few days back, included these words in her post; “designing my life to my liking”. I wrote them down as a reminder. Just a reminder, knowing I can incorporate those words perhaps more than I do.
What was yesterday’s quote? Need your help
Yesterday’s “Word”,
dear S R,
was . . .
The weight of our darkness, stress, and anxiety can sometimes overpower us—but in our heavy moments, it’s crucial to remember that our worthiness remains intact, even when we falter.
— Alex Elle
Thanks very much..