creating change without shouting
Is there a difference between waiting and being patient? I think there may be, depending on our orientation. For many of us, waiting has a sense of being static and outward focussed. Who or what are we waiting for? Whereas being patient may be about our inner attitude. Holding something until it’s ripe or ready … Read more
We live in the illusion of being rootless. Yes, we can connect with almost anyone, anywhere. And people we have never met in person can become very dear to us. However, we do this from who we are and where we are. For while our sense of home might have grown tired and worn, we … Read more
This lovely poem by Derek Walcott has many layers. Sit with the one that is drawing you and come home again. LOVE AFTER LOVE The time will comewhen, with elation,you will greet yourself arrivingat your own door, in your own mirrorand each will smile at the other’s welcome, and say, sit here. Eat.You will love … Read more
Did you know that there are over 500 species of oak? Neither did I. Living in our little valley and watching them change through the seasons has heightened our awareness. Trees just meters apart might have utterly different leaf dimensions. Their shape and how they herald autumn could be significantly dissimilar. Yet they are all … Read more
This is Jac. I was trying to photograph those beautiful morning-sun-lit trees in the background. But Jac wanted to be in the frame. We all have Jacs. And sometimes, it’s us who assume centre stage. This is the way of life, and we have the opportunity to discern the difference between ego and calling. Because … Read more
We tend to get caught up in the flow when the pace is swift. Yet we can train our eyes to look deeper, to see what’s beneath the surface. Because often, that’s where the treasure lies.