The setting sun glowing on snow-topped Mt. Rainier. Dark blue waters of the Salish Sea on a sunny day. The San Juan Island Sculpture Park full of art, with pathways through blooming shrubs, birds, a hawk soaring overhead. The creativity and talents we saw at the artists’ studio tour we went on yesterday. So many, many things if I pay attention.
I took a short bike ride today and enjoyed riding along Narragansett Bay with lots of little inlets and wild life. I love the spring time with plenty of beautiful flowered trees and flowers. 🌺
Autumn . . .
that is where I suppose I am now
in the grand scheme;
the autumn of my time here
on this beloved planet I’ve called home
ever since I arrived here.
I hear regularly on the radio
that people slightly younger
and slightly older than me
have died from this or that,
and count myself fortunate,
all things considered,
that I am still here . . .
that I’ve been given the chance
to grow from my past
and become a better human being.
I’m also grateful
that I still find much to be filled with wonder
about.
Wonder
that I wake up every morning
and have the ability to embrace it . . .
wonder that food and drink are still a delight,
that my body still stretches out like a cat
and carries me through whatever I do
in the course of a day,
amazement at my flourishing gardens,
and that I can still put my hand
helping things grow.
The wonders
are just as shiny as bright
as when I was a child,
maybe more so,
with a deeper appreciation
that life can give.
I enjoy the memory of mimosas
just as much as I did the real thing
when I was a toddler.
Wonders
enrich me
and make me grateful . . .
are they here just for my pleasure?
Do they exist
just to delight me?
I don’t know,
but I hope that I hold them close
and decorate my heart with them
for as long as I draw breath. ♥
In this life season, much of my attention is directed inward. As I read and think more and more about the inner world, it fills me with wonder.
Today, two big beautiful ravens flew ahead of me for quite a ways, while riding down a trail. As if leading me or showing off. This was after I tried to convince them to come closer to us, as they hopped around on the trail while we were stopped. And when we took off, they flew up in front of me and led the way down the trail at a good clip. I got to see their amazing flying ability, as they were directly in front of me as we cruised along. They eventually flew up into a redwood tree as I rode by, below them.
There was definitely some intention on their part.
I wonder what they were thinking.
Yesterday I had a delightful time fishing on Lake Michigan. It was through a volunteer program called Fishing Has No Boundaries. Being on a calm lake, meeting 2 wonderful men, and catching fish. The quiet was so pleasureable.
In this season of my life the wonder that fills me erupts from my backyard, mostly – watching the sky change over the course of one hour, from clear blue with a few clouds to dark purple in one corner and now finally gray all over with a nice cool rain shower; watching and listening to the birds announce and prepare for the impending storm; experiencing the ebb and flow of my flowers bud, blossom, shine, fold, fade and bend before dropping; feeling a 72 degree morning on a June morning in Texas (almost unheard of). Also I am enjoying the wonder of reading or watching videos regarding our nation’s history as we approach 250 years of “independence”, and realizing all the untold stories, the redactions that have taken place, and “wondering” what it is that we are truly celebrating this coming July. And daily I look forward to reading the “wonderings” of my friends here at this site. What a gift you all are. Be blessed this Sunday.
Katrina, it’s amazing how quickly the weather can change in the summer. One minute, it’s nice and sunny out. The next, it’s dark with downpours. Usually, those downpours are brief.
Some songs do as they touch so deeply; candlelight on an altar for worship; the flower which pushes through the sidewalk unfolding in all its beauty no matter what- and so many more. Grateful for all of nature, the sunlight passing through the golden leaves in autumn, “God´s rays” after a stormy sky speaking of hope and transformation to something peaceful again; grateful for friendship and love, which fills me with a sense of wonder and gratefulness any time it may be present in my life. Thank you dearly.
I have a lot of wonder. I try to allow it to flow regularly. Yesterday, I went on a “spirited” drive on curvy mountain roads with my husband–I am still exhilirated. I am traveling to see my sister in Scotland and I am zinging. But it’s not always big things–I wonder about my dinner, a book I am reading, my daughter’s next joke. It’s a lovely energy to stay connected to.
This new day. Enjoying a new healthy snack my son’s gf made – Medjool dates (pitted) filled with cream cheese and topped with honey roasted pistachios -absolutely delicious
The quiet morning, time to reflect as the ocean’s waves dance softly to the shore…..time to experience the wonder that surrounds me in this new season of my life.
The fact that I get to teach yoga fills me with wonder. That I started teaching when I was 52. That I changed my life and listened to my heart. I can’t believe I’ve been teaching a full year now. The lessons, the people, the unfolding path – it’s all so amazing to me and I am so so grateful.
God’s love is filling me with a sense of wonder. “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see god” Mathew 5:8. This pretty much sums up my state of being in a nutshell during the season of Ngoc’s absence this year.
Life itself. The purple vetch. The flowering lupine on the edge of a hay meadow. The four plants of Indian paintbrush flowering alongside our supply ditch, just feet from ground hugging cactus that are struggling with drought. Not sure if they will bloom this year. A mallard duck and her ducklings swimming in the big ditch alongside the yellow pea flowers (Thermopsis Montana). The cotton floating as the cottonwoods have propagated and are passing on their inner intelligence to begin anew. All the colorful winged beings who have returned to the river, only to find flows diminished by drought. Yes, all life still fills me with wonder. 68 years plus and still marveling, pondering this mystery I conceptualize as LIFE.
Peace, Love & Light.
What a beautiful picture of colour and wonder
you paint,
dear Joseph,
in spite of the shortage of water . . .
Life prevails in your lovely corner of the world . . .
enjoy.
Peace, Love and Light to you
as well. ♥
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The setting sun glowing on snow-topped Mt. Rainier. Dark blue waters of the Salish Sea on a sunny day. The San Juan Island Sculpture Park full of art, with pathways through blooming shrubs, birds, a hawk soaring overhead. The creativity and talents we saw at the artists’ studio tour we went on yesterday. So many, many things if I pay attention.
I took a short bike ride today and enjoyed riding along Narragansett Bay with lots of little inlets and wild life. I love the spring time with plenty of beautiful flowered trees and flowers. 🌺
Autumn . . .
that is where I suppose I am now
in the grand scheme;
the autumn of my time here
on this beloved planet I’ve called home
ever since I arrived here.
I hear regularly on the radio
that people slightly younger
and slightly older than me
have died from this or that,
and count myself fortunate,
all things considered,
that I am still here . . .
that I’ve been given the chance
to grow from my past
and become a better human being.
I’m also grateful
that I still find much to be filled with wonder
about.
Wonder
that I wake up every morning
and have the ability to embrace it . . .
wonder that food and drink are still a delight,
that my body still stretches out like a cat
and carries me through whatever I do
in the course of a day,
amazement at my flourishing gardens,
and that I can still put my hand
helping things grow.
The wonders
are just as shiny as bright
as when I was a child,
maybe more so,
with a deeper appreciation
that life can give.
I enjoy the memory of mimosas
just as much as I did the real thing
when I was a toddler.
Wonders
enrich me
and make me grateful . . .
are they here just for my pleasure?
Do they exist
just to delight me?
I don’t know,
but I hope that I hold them close
and decorate my heart with them
for as long as I draw breath. ♥
I love “decorate my heart with them”, Sparrow. A heart full of wondrous wonder-full adornments.
Thank you,
dear Barb . . .
“decorate my heart with them” . . .
after all,
I am a nest builder
at heart.
You might be too. 🙂
In this life season, much of my attention is directed inward. As I read and think more and more about the inner world, it fills me with wonder.
Today, two big beautiful ravens flew ahead of me for quite a ways, while riding down a trail. As if leading me or showing off. This was after I tried to convince them to come closer to us, as they hopped around on the trail while we were stopped. And when we took off, they flew up in front of me and led the way down the trail at a good clip. I got to see their amazing flying ability, as they were directly in front of me as we cruised along. They eventually flew up into a redwood tree as I rode by, below them.
There was definitely some intention on their part.
I wonder what they were thinking.
How cool, I can feel your smile as those Ravens lead the way 🙂
Cherish those moments my friend Charlie.
What a wonder you experienced today
with those ravens,
dear Charlie! ♥
Yesterday I had a delightful time fishing on Lake Michigan. It was through a volunteer program called Fishing Has No Boundaries. Being on a calm lake, meeting 2 wonderful men, and catching fish. The quiet was so pleasureable.
That sounds wonderful Yram! Good for you!
I’m still here and I”m still learning and hopefully growing in self awareness.
In this season of my life the wonder that fills me erupts from my backyard, mostly – watching the sky change over the course of one hour, from clear blue with a few clouds to dark purple in one corner and now finally gray all over with a nice cool rain shower; watching and listening to the birds announce and prepare for the impending storm; experiencing the ebb and flow of my flowers bud, blossom, shine, fold, fade and bend before dropping; feeling a 72 degree morning on a June morning in Texas (almost unheard of). Also I am enjoying the wonder of reading or watching videos regarding our nation’s history as we approach 250 years of “independence”, and realizing all the untold stories, the redactions that have taken place, and “wondering” what it is that we are truly celebrating this coming July. And daily I look forward to reading the “wonderings” of my friends here at this site. What a gift you all are. Be blessed this Sunday.
A wonder-filled day,
to be sure,
dear Katrina. ♥
ps. I don’t think I will be celebrating the same way
as they will in our nation’s capital.
Katrina, it’s amazing how quickly the weather can change in the summer. One minute, it’s nice and sunny out. The next, it’s dark with downpours. Usually, those downpours are brief.
A beautiful answer, Katrina. YES to sky and birds and growing life.
Some songs do as they touch so deeply; candlelight on an altar for worship; the flower which pushes through the sidewalk unfolding in all its beauty no matter what- and so many more. Grateful for all of nature, the sunlight passing through the golden leaves in autumn, “God´s rays” after a stormy sky speaking of hope and transformation to something peaceful again; grateful for friendship and love, which fills me with a sense of wonder and gratefulness any time it may be present in my life. Thank you dearly.
I have a lot of wonder. I try to allow it to flow regularly. Yesterday, I went on a “spirited” drive on curvy mountain roads with my husband–I am still exhilirated. I am traveling to see my sister in Scotland and I am zinging. But it’s not always big things–I wonder about my dinner, a book I am reading, my daughter’s next joke. It’s a lovely energy to stay connected to.
How exciting a trip to Scotland, where is she located?
…”spirited”,
dear Avril? 🙂
This new day. Enjoying a new healthy snack my son’s gf made – Medjool dates (pitted) filled with cream cheese and topped with honey roasted pistachios -absolutely delicious
Wishing all a peaceful relaxing Sunday.
Oh that does sound delicious!
My mouth is watering,
dear Michele . . . ♥
The universes love is shining all over and I’m so grateful. Thank you !🙏
The quiet morning, time to reflect as the ocean’s waves dance softly to the shore…..time to experience the wonder that surrounds me in this new season of my life.
The fact that I get to teach yoga fills me with wonder. That I started teaching when I was 52. That I changed my life and listened to my heart. I can’t believe I’ve been teaching a full year now. The lessons, the people, the unfolding path – it’s all so amazing to me and I am so so grateful.
God’s love is filling me with a sense of wonder. “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see god” Mathew 5:8. This pretty much sums up my state of being in a nutshell during the season of Ngoc’s absence this year.
Life itself. The purple vetch. The flowering lupine on the edge of a hay meadow. The four plants of Indian paintbrush flowering alongside our supply ditch, just feet from ground hugging cactus that are struggling with drought. Not sure if they will bloom this year. A mallard duck and her ducklings swimming in the big ditch alongside the yellow pea flowers (Thermopsis Montana). The cotton floating as the cottonwoods have propagated and are passing on their inner intelligence to begin anew. All the colorful winged beings who have returned to the river, only to find flows diminished by drought. Yes, all life still fills me with wonder. 68 years plus and still marveling, pondering this mystery I conceptualize as LIFE.
Peace, Love & Light.
Sounds beautiful!
What a beautiful picture of colour and wonder
you paint,
dear Joseph,
in spite of the shortage of water . . .
Life prevails in your lovely corner of the world . . .
enjoy.
Peace, Love and Light to you
as well. ♥
🌵🦆🌿🕊️