Winter Sunsets

That time of day

when a changing winter's sky

warms our hearts

and colours the moment

in pink and gold

and the trees stand quiet to admire the show

when birds soar high above

and mountains dress themselves in beguiling mist

and the lake takes on an inner glow

Time stands still

when we are in the moment

when we let the joy in.

Be still

Be still

I am winter

See my intricate designs

Know that my blanket of snow

prepares spring flowers in secret

Breathe in my pure spaciousness

Accept the moment

in whatever form it takes

I am winter

Do not wish me away...

I have my role to play!

What is love?

How do I love?

Do I love expecting something in return?

Do I measure and bargain?

What is love?

True love is a universal energy which knows no boundaries.

So may I love a stone, a shell, a blade of grass,

a sunbeam and a snowflake

or the tiniest of flowers as much as the tallest of trees.

Love is for my fellow humans

And this is the most difficult one of all

As we come with our desires and expectations...

How is love expressed?

By giving someone our full attention

By recognizing their worthiness

By simple gestures

Giving a smile

or a helping hand when it is most needed.

By looking them in the eyes when they talk.

By being totally present when we are with someone.

By being here

Being

Here

The gift of love

Every day of the year.

Colour me orange

Seville oranges

well washed

still glistening with water drops

Cooked until tender

Fragrant citrus smells in the kitchen

Cut to reveal their gorgeousness

Taking time

to admire texture and patterns

Remove the pulp and pips

cut the soft rind into chunky pieces

Ladle the cooked marmalade into jars

My favourite breakfast

on my favourite plate.

The simplest things in life take on a whole new meaning

when we do them with awareness.