CHANGES IN NOVEMBER

As never before do I remember the glorious beauty of November.  I'm not sure why I don't remember, except in time, just as in all the events of life unfolding, it is so difficult to hold the image so absolute that we can recall it with the same perfection.  I want to remember this November, to recall the events that have seemed so significant this go round.  When capturing the photo aside it was so difficult to really show how luminous and energetic the leaves were in the glistening sun that beautiful day in November.  What has been really interesting is that one week later in this month of November I was invited to a dear friend's celebration bonfire and it portrayed the EXACT fiery dance that those golden burnt orange leaves were displaying and I was in absolute awe, again!  November is a time to remember, so many changes that come into play as the leaves fall down, each one spiraling out of control with the blustery winds that seek to inform us of winter's coming.  Starting the day after Hallow's eve, a time of thanksgiving, a time of sharing in all the blessings received, and too as a reminder of the coming winter months that we hunker down with each other and take refuge from the storms.  The change of season, the change of time, longer nights and shorter days.  Another interesting phenomenon, the date 11.12.13, not something that happens each year, and the fact that I took notice:). I also have experienced some wisdom in the numbers of 111 and the meaning of seeing these numbers and why just now, in the 11th month of the year?  So many insights, so much to remember, that is why it is November!

"Go bravely into this world" unafraid,
 boldly, and beautifully. Strengthen
 your heart and mind. Live the way
 of the warrior princess, shielding
 your health, trekking lightly, and
 healing those on your path.  

Mystery Unfolds

Again, as life unfolds revealing truths that seem to "surpass understanding" there are moments of clarity, like that being described as a "twinkling of the eye", or to that of witnessing a starlit night and the magic that appears when a star shooting across the sky like a flash of lightening, it's not there and then it is, quickly without warning, but watching in awe, we are the observer of one's own self, glimpsing or witnessing our own flight into a knowing, seeing ourselves transition, discovering something that we never fully realized or could grasp previously even if we tried.  We never knew ourselves at this depth, an enlightenment, something so deep, such as knowing a love we never dreamed of, or experienced thus far, or just knowing how connected we really are to others and this universe.  Realizing in our tiny little worlds that we are not alone and that of our selves we are so small and much of what we do really has no meaning, but in these moments of truth we realize just how magnificent and how important we have come to be in this world even when we are standing alone in our realization of our beauty, our wonder, and mystery.

Time Fly's!

So effortlessly do the days go past without a hint of what the next day brings, because just like the wind, which has it's own path to follow and a change in direction without our command, do we succomb to what is.  Many folks say "time is not on our side" but I beg to differ.  We are given each twenty-four hours to fill however we may choose, and while I may not always "choose" conscientiously or wisely, I am still in charge of my thoughts and actions.  However, like the wind, I may change my direction at any time.  There is nothing that keeps me from taking hold of this moment and filling it with my desires, although if chosen wisely, I may "decide" to drift a while and consciously "let go" of any expected outcomes and live in the moment, and therefore, "live longer more beautifully" any time I choose.

Time Out, Having Fun!

In the course of life there are times, if we take the time, to play and have fun, and if we are lucky we can just be fun whether playing or not!  Really it only depends on the frame of mind we are in.  Personally, I would just like to "be"fun without playing at all.  There are reminders everywhere of how we can 'be" this.  This morning I was sitting on the pot and as usual my little chinese "Chewie" short for Chewbacca, opened the door and came in to wait on his beloved master to finish her business and he accidentally fell over after he non-chalantly sat on the edge of a bath rug. He rolled over with some surprise but then just sat there perplexed and I found this to be hilariously funny! And I thought how simple a thing to get to tickled about and how even while there was no one else around to share in the laughter, I realized how these are the times when I am reminded of how to "be" fun in life!

Listening Quietly

The gifts we are given each time we listen are there for the taking.  Even in the hustle and bustle when we quieten ourselves we can hear the voice within.  Sometimes I am so amazed at the messages I am given and I am so glad that I have learned to sit...in the moment.  I can count the times, one just recently, where the gift of another's voice came upon my ability to follow the direction I was given to hear that which was sought.  In sorrow or grief, or loneliness, feeling powerless, not knowing which direction to take, or not knowing the answers, if I will sit in silence and remain open to the voice within I am always directed or given the answers for which I do not always know the question  at the time, but later I  know what it is that was asked.  It is this wisdom that comes as we grow in years that makes our lives so much more beautiful each day we live longer and more abundantly!

Reflecting on A Life So Blessed

There are often times we look back through the days and years of our time here on Earth and realize how blessed we are with the many lives we are surrounded by.  And while time marches on, as I am realizing now how soon the colder weather will soon arrive, we can bide our time in the process of reliving the moments that keep us young and alive with wonder.  Reviewing some of the photos taken this past summer and, oh, yes, the ones my son the cameraman videoed of mmm...well, our little Shinese puppy humping the pillows, I can laugh and smile and restore my youthful soul and appearance (you know those tiny little lines around the mouth and eyes)....Yes, let's have more of these times and experience total bliss while we are ever so grateful!