March 14, 2023 Spring may be my favorite season. There are things I enjoy about each temperature change and the varied foliage and activities that come with each of the seasons in Virginia, but there is something magical about the longer hours of daylight and the new growth that awakens each Spring. Part of meContinue reading “Spring may be my favorite season.”
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Mindful Walk in the Park
February 22, 2023 This afternoon I took a mindful walk around the lake at a park near my school. It was an unusually warm February day and I wanted a bit of exercise, but quickly my focus shifted to the sounds and smells around me. It was blustery so there was a gentle whooshing soundContinue reading “Mindful Walk in the Park”
Beach Rituals
I came to the beach this weekend for a writing retreat. Any day at the beach is a better day than inland, but this has been a particularly chilly and windy weekend. Fortunately, we rented a large house on the water, so the views are amazing even if the air is bracing outside. Nonetheless, IContinue reading “Beach Rituals”
New Vistas
January 16, 2023 Periodically, I need to get out of my house to clear my head. Yesterday was one of those days. It was cold and gray, our furnace was not working properly, and we had dealt with some difficult family drama the day before. If I had my own personal jet or could timeContinue reading “New Vistas”
Walk in the Light
December 24, 2022 Each Fall I struggle as the days wane and the darkness comes earlier and earlier. After Thanksgiving, it is rare for me to get home from work before dusk and my daily walks become rushed or absent for a few weeks as I get caught up in the holiday bustle. I missContinue reading “Walk in the Light”
Walking Meditation
August 6, 2022 We walk slowly, in a relaxed way, keeping a light smile on our lips. When we practice this way, we feel deeply at ease, and our steps are those of the most secure person on Earth. All our sorrows and anxieties drop away, and peace and joy fill our hearts, anyone canContinue reading “Walking Meditation”