Hello.

In a world where texts, emails, breaking news, voice mails and phone calls come hurling in within warning, I thought of my Wise Sisters. Three trees that have literally and spiritually held me up and grounded me for several years. As soon as they come into sight I stop walking. I say hello. I stand in silence. Then quietly I approach with my hand to my heart. Gently I whisper, I see you.  A soft bow, I ask if I may touch. Again a pause. Not so much a ritual as it is simple courtesy. Politeness. Respect. Honor.

In a world where others can intrude without warning, where we share recipes, news, selfies without the self,  tonight, I just wanted to say hello. A simple hello. But sweet mercy, the invitation it offers………..