Splits and Divides

"Where is the good of your stars and trees, your sunrise

and the wind, if they do not enter into our daily lives?"

E. M. Forster

Water is a key element to my living experience, just as the moon and stars are deeply linked within me. Trees are long time friends housing the birds preparing for flight, and the wind carries messages hiding in sight. I cannot imagine moving through time without the accompaniment of nature.

Chained up dogs, hacked down trees and flower gardens left unattended, weigh heavily in my heart. Seeing fast food debris thrown out the window is unacceptable to me. Over spending while discarding useable goods does not assist the greater good. Ignoring the hungry children, the isolated neighbor or an aging elder splits and divides connection.

Healing rises when while driving we notice a flowering bush and we give it thanks for showing itself to us. Glance up to the sky and embrace sunbeams to warm the heart. Catch a glimpse of a bird in flight and be reminded of freedom. Appreciate all that you have.

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