Rain, Rhubarb and Renewal

This morning I woke up with the blahs, overwhelmed with work, worn down with unending to do’s and a lack luster attitude. In a single instant, in the dark and quiet morning hour, with my bleak outlook, I heard the rain drops falling gently, lightly and my outlook changed. I ran to the door, turned on my outside light and watched the drops fall and my thoughts cleared, I am inspired, motivated and delighted with today. I popped an English muffin in the toaster, took out some of dad’s homemade rhubarb jam and savored the flavor, the moment and the cozy feeling of calm.  The mind’s power to overcome is only trumped by nature in her mighty and in her gentle ways to embrace, to awaken or to move us into action.  Nature has been hard on the Philippines and yet so many are inspired to move into action to help them rebuild and renew. Be mindful and allow mother and human nature to heal.



A little wave made my day.

Yesterday morning as I was leaving my home to go to work, I heard a tap tap tap coming from the direction next door, I turned to look and there standing in the window was my little neighbor, age 5, ready for kindergarten, one hand on the window and the other hand waving to me with a big smile. I am sure that was God and her name is Rosie.  In my days filled with working, and doing and sometimes just surviving, recognizing these beautiful moments like Rosie waving are tremendous gifts that last the whole day. Even this morning I reflect on the beauty of Rosie’s face, her little green jacket and stance as she just smiled and waved from her window. There are no words to express the preciousness of that moment of connection between two human beings who love each other. Love heals all, thank you Rosie.