The Power of Beauty

"Our world is filled with breathtaking structures of incredible beauty, but mostly, our eyes are closed to them. I suppose it's like the old saying, the fish can't see the water it is in. Today, you will be surrounded by gorgeous, stunning, exquisite, magnificent structures. If you begin to look, your eyes will become open to an aspect of the world most people miss seeing. Something wonderful can happen as this universe within the world opens to you." Robert Fritz

It was time for a walk, so we bundled up and went out. I said I would walk everyday, so I will. I walk the same path several times a week, and occasionally very my destination. It's easy to see the same neighborhood, park, benches, and trees without marveling at their wonders. But then I look again and see a tree that is a brighter shade of red, sunlight sparkling on the grass, or clouds passing over. A smiling face or a dog barking as he enjoys a frolic in the park. Everyday is different even if it is the same. A new adventure is waiting to see what you bring to your day.


45 minutes walking

Sultry Grass

It was one of those days that I could have easily skipped the walk. So much to do and never enough time. Because I enjoy much of what I do, all of it has meaning, and it fits with my greater vision and purpose, time flies by. The last few months have been a time of transition and change in my direction and thinking. It's been a time to evaluate how I can best use my time. Prioritizing my work and looking for new opportunities to promote health and happiness for myself and others is my greater purpose. This year I am choosing to do that by creating a healthy environment for myself and finding ways to express myself in my coaching and writing.

Absorbed in my own thoughts while walking through the park, I became aware of the aroma of warm sultry grass under a sprinkling of dry leaves. The autumn transition from the warm balmy days of summer to the cool crisp feel of fall. I am ready to drop the summer leaves. My time gathering, organizing, and storing this summer has left me feeling a bit overwhelmed. As I see the leaves falling, swirling, and gathering, I can feel the time is here to shed, focus, and enjoy the coming season.

30 minutes walking