Falling Apart and Putting It Back Together
The Richness of an Uneventful Life
A Symbol and Reminder
When I think of what I m
ight like as a Christmas gift, my mind tends to go to electro-
nics or kitchen gear. I do enjoy those things. There are other more conventional gifts for women, like jewelry and clothing. All gifts are appreciated.
There was a large, heavy gold-wrapped box under the tree this year something flopped around a bit inside. I had no idea what it could be. Continue reading “Cast Iron Angel”
You are an essential part of the universe.
give thanks for the beauty of life…
It is good to recognize the things we want to change in our lives. It is good to work to improve our lives. There may be issues that are unresolved, but this moment is a time for gratitude.
Sit quietly and focus on the gifts you have been given…
Breathe in the beauty that does exist in your life and breathe out gratitude for that beauty.
It’s time to receive your gifts into your heart and appreciate them fully. Take time to rest in this place of grace and give thanks for the beauty of life…
The Gift of Water
I stretch out in bed, breathing, feeling the summer sunlight and the breeze on my face. I want to stay here and rest some more. I don’t want to get up, get in the shower, and fall into the routine of the day. It feels like work and I’d rather savor this beautiful, blessed rest.
At some point, I realize that my feet have hit the floor in spite of me. Some dutiful automatic pilot has taken over and I seem to be starting my day. Continue reading “Shower of Gratitude”
We give thanks for all that we have been given.
Sit quietly, feeling gratitude for the blessings that have been bestowed on your life. It’s all too easy to focus on imperfections. We all have unfulfilled expectations, but when we view life from a global perspective; we see the challenges that face so many of our brothers and sisters on this planet; we know that we are blessed.
When we have roofs over our heads. When we sleep in comfortable beds. When we have food on our tables and clean water to drink. When we take hot showers. We know that we are blessed.
We vow to use the energy that our privilege grants us to spread love and encouragement to those in need and support the efforts of those who have the power to heal inequality.
We give thanks for all that we have been given.
