My life has become much different this summer ... I recovered from anemia just in time for age to catch up with my parents in force ... but left enough room so that certain things could be stabilized if I put the time and effort in with them ... so I did, plunging into a whole new experience of love and service, with incredible difficulty, but incredible possibility.
In the midst of this I maintained my walks ... I have to keep my energy up, and I also find it necessary reassurance to know that as all things in all seasons are provided for in beauty and order, these times in life also belong, and are not without their joys.
The importance of being present in every moment ... to not miss any of the light and shade, to not shrink back from the darkness because to do so is also to miss the light ... this is hard to do, but slowing down when possible also helps. Now, the world truly has us moving fast, and some of this is unavoidable!
To sit in the midst of it all, and connect with the totality of life's experiences as the seasons change ... these moments are precious, though the price for them is high!
Monday is here again ... there is so much that has to be done today for me, and probably you too ... but if there is a moment of beauty that you encounter, you can take a moment to slow down and be present with it ... you may be surprised at the joys available to you!
