It started slowly this winter when I decided to follow the seasonal rhythms. To rest, stay warm, minimize social interactions, and basically hibernate like a bear. In doing so, without any real effort, I became much more aware of my body. I noticed that after three or four hours at the barn, my energy flagged, … Continue reading A Road to Acceptance
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A SHORT STORY
This is a follow-up to the previous ‘little kid’ story. It is about Joy. After many years of periodic ‘depression’ in which felt as though I was completely draped in a sodden, heavy, wool blanket, I allowed myself to stay with the grief of that lonely little kid. The deep sobs lasted on and off … Continue reading A SHORT STORY
a little kid
I have been doing ‘inner exploration’ since my mid 30’s. I have learned much about my life patterns and the source. I have been able to change some of my behaviors that were imbued long ago. The one area of exploration I was allergic to was what is called ‘inner child work.’ Didn’t want to … Continue reading a little kid
STILLNESS
Dear Friends, in putting out my last story about “loss,” I took a big risk and observed that most readers didn’t even want to touch the subject. I get it. This story is also a risk, on the other end of the spectrum. I realize I’m putting myself out there again to be judged, yet … Continue reading STILLNESS
loss
I have been contemplating ‘loss.’ Aging, growing deeper into myself, and a health change has done that. There are lots of responses, freely given, when we share news of a loss. “You’re strong, I know you’ll survive this. “He is in a better place now. “When one door closes, another one opens. “He wasn’t good … Continue reading loss
MYSTERY
I have been having unusual experiences of late. They are difficult to explain. I found solace in the words of the late, John O’Donohue in his book Anam Cara. These are his words. They have helped add brush strokes to my mystery. “It is strange to be here. The mystery never leaves you alone. Behind … Continue reading MYSTERY
DOG LOVE
Another dear friend lost a companion recently. Her death reminded me of how love and loss go hand in hand. How we can love so fiercely and feel such incredible pain when they leave us. Yet, we would make no other choice. Over the years, I have photographed many of these beloved beings. I share … Continue reading DOG LOVE
SEASONS*
I hear you in the stillness of the forest as the snow softly falls, as the mist gently rises I see you in the purity of nature’s palette in every season, fresh greens and yellows, glowing reds and soothing blues I feel you as the roots embrace the soil and the soil … Continue reading SEASONS*
winter
Pines laden with snow wave as the wind dances their boughs. Crystalline drifts blanket the slumbering lands. Tree roots quilted in the earth’s embrace await the coming season. A tiny seed, her carapace of warmth surrounding her, lies resting, dreaming, gathering energy, waiting for Spring to awaken her to the Mystery of what next she … Continue reading winter
this day
This is a new day. One we have never seen before. As we move into this freshness, may we open our eyes to our world. Rather than a “resolution”, give yourself just one day to truly see. Just for today: May you be amazed by one thing May you be at ease with two things … Continue reading this day
Stories & Pictures 