William Blake said, “The deeper the sorrow, the greater the joy.” Reflecting on this thought brings me to a realization of the “Yes, And” that is present in my life today: Yes, the sorrow finds its way routinely into my life these days. And along the way, there is truly developing, more space between…
How do I still speak of sadness, when I was sure it had already been as deep as it could be? How do I even begin to help you understand the new depth of what is present? How can I find the courage to dig even deeper into my reservoir of resilience, that I was…
I feel the crisp cool air touching my skin I feel the warmth of the bright sun overhead I feel the earth I am sitting on, firm and nurturing. I sense my own vibrancy coming from within. I smell the dampness of the ground below me I smell the straw scattered around nearby I…
From above the wind is brisk this morning From above the treetops are clear From above the hills can be seen wide and far. Surrounded by these rolling ridge tops, the world from above appears whole Surrounded by trees completely, my world is held secure Surrounded by blue skies, the world beyond is just…
The quiet in my meditation was all around me, completely holding me. My breathing slowed to allow a deep in-and-out movement that created a calm, focused rhythm. My mind accepted the quiet, began to follow the breath and in doing so, it brought along my fragile heart. My intention was to give-in to the dance I have…
