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Maxwell Wildlife Sanctuary called. The antelope on the mesa leapt and danced. The ravens tumbled and swirled in the wind. The white pelicans looked like a mass of cotton balls had fallen upon the lake. The hawks stood vigilant in the trees……
It is known as the Pinwheel galaxy. The light astronomers see today was actually light emitted 21 million years ago. Even the sun’s light we see is 8 minutes old by the time it reaches our now. Visually, we would not…..
Tonight’s scrich, not original, except the resonance within the heart. At this time of year, and every day as we face the struggles of the world and wonder what one person could do or give that would make a difference. And so, to any who may also ponder the act of giving, I offer the words from Norman Fischer, recently published in the Shambhala Sun and available at http://www.lionsroar.com/nothing-to-give-no-one-to-receive-it-norman-fischer-on-joyful-giving/. Though the words are offered from a Buddhist perspective, the…..
A most wonderful image. The tree trunk buried in the sand. A branch reaches out and then becomes a root supporting the tree and gathering needed water and nourishment. Such a delicate and elegant dance. To simply reach for what is needed. I almost did not see……
The intent was simple, to clear a flower bed untended for years. There was so much growth of grass, weeds and young trees, what may have been intentional could not be saved. To clear and replant was the only choice. With lots of shoveling I began to…..
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