Dear Tree..

Your width and depth give me a sense of strength and security. Your aged bark
 in all its shapes and sizes reminds me of the many stories you could tell of
your own life's journey over countless years.

When our world is all stirred up, and I allow myself to get caught up in that whirlwind,

I need your strength and stability.
You give me peace and remind me, that change and turmoil are a part of our life's journey,
and.. that they will come and go!
Thank you for your sturdy and uplifting presence!!! 

When I am in fear of pain and death
the barren and broken places, on your limbs, remind me that you have
known that pain and that fear.
AND
you speak loudly to my heart...
I ..am still standing
and
so are YOU.

Thank you...Thank you..for lifting me up
and freeing me from fear.

Dear Family...

I love the way the colors of sky and clouds are mirrored in sister water.

I am intrigued by the unique patterning of rocks and stones.

Each of you claiming  your space to create and be

who you are.

You are a sharp contrast in texture and touch.

Sky's  soft and fluffy clouds,

offset by the solid and heavy of rocks and stones. 

I am drawn to you and I'm not quite sure why.

What is it, you want me to know of you, today?

An appreciation of differences, comes to mind.

We are the same...yet different,
numerous colors, clouds, waters, trees, rocks, stones and humans.

 Yet, we do not always appreciate the differences,
in ourselves or other family members.
Sameness seems safer.
Less risk.

The family gathered here, seems to be calling us
to a celebration of differences.
See and enjoy
that we are the same and different,
together
we create a more magnificent whole.!!

Thank you Family, for your celebration of differences,
May we all, come to a place where we can
truly SEE and ENJOY.

Dear Sky...

I am captivated by your flaming fire of light

as it streams across

your endless expanse.

I can't quite name what it is that you stir within me,

but it is deep and strong. 

The light of hope in the darkness..

The fire of LOVE vibrant and strong.

In the shelter of your light and love

we move

in peace and joy.

Thank you....

Keep me mindful of your sheltering presence

when darkness and fear 

overshadow your fire and light.