Saturday, February 1, 2025

Leaning into Beautiful Moments like this

As I watch the sun set on this pretty terrifying week in our country, it is such a beautiful day that I have both patio doors open. The brewery across the street is active with music playing, people conversing at the tables outside, and children running and playing. And so I sit here in my comfortable chair looking out and listening to all the signs of life. 

And earlier today I was finally able to spot perched on a power line the Carolina Wren that so consistently sings for me and seems to accompany me through these challenging months.

Now that the sun has set, a crescent moon smiles down at all the life below.

Maybe my superpower is being able to lean into these beautiful moments amidst the most trying times.  I think it's moments like this and my ability to appreciate them that keep me going.

And I think moments like this are a reminder that I'm exactly where I'm meant to be.

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