Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! I know a place where the sun is like gold… where the four-leaf clovers grow.
I know a place where the sun is like gold, And the cherry blooms burst with snow, And down underneath is the loveliest nook, Where the four-leaf clovers grow.By Ella Higginson Ella Higginson’s delightful poem, “Four-Leaf Clover,” transports us to a realm of beauty and serenity, where these rare symbols of luck flourish in hidden […]
clouds paint the sky
Rabindranath Tagore’s beautiful poem “Clouds and Waves” reminds us of the beauty and wonder that clouds bring to our lives. As we gaze up at the ever-changing sky, we are greeted by the graceful dance of clouds, painting the canvas of the heavens with their delicate forms. In this season of gratitude, let us take […]
Standing tall, grateful for the legacy of strong women
“Milk and Honey”i stand on the sacrifices of a million women before methinking what can i do to make this mountain taller so the women after me can see farther Rupi Kaur
“Hope” is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul – And sings the tune without the words – And never stops – at all – Emily Dickinson
Grateful for the comfort that hope brings. Hiking in the Santa Cruz Mountains on the Sunny Jim trail, this magnificent red-shouldered hawk took flight, just as I clicked. In the graceful flight of a bird, I find a symbol of hope and resilience. As we watch the magnificent red-shouldered hawk alight from its perch, we […]
Grateful for courage of artist John Roedel… and his poem, “the places in our heart”
the places in our heart where the world took bites out of us may never fully heal and will likely become open spaces be careful to not fill them with just anything or anyone your wounds aren’t supposed to become attics for you to hoard unnecessary junk these holes in our hearts are holy […]
gratitude for nature’s gifts… we offer thanks
Gary Snyder’s poem “For All” shares the essence of gratitude for the blessings we receive from trees and the elements. As I gaze upward into the canopy of the circle of redwood trees, I am reminded of the interconnectedness of all life. Each rustling leaf, each whispering breeze, carries with it a message ofgratitude from […]
Be grateful for life’s twists, turns, and surprises!
Life’s journey is often likened to a flowing stream, winding its way through diverse landscapes, carving unexpected paths, and presenting us with twists and turns that shape our experiences. In this dynamic journey, cultivating gratitude becomes the key to navigating the ebbs and flows with a resilient and appreciative heart. The saying, “Life’s journey is […]
Gratitude is the root that anchors us during life’s ups and downs…
“Just as sturdy trees stand tall through the seasons, gratitude is the root that anchors us during life’s ups and downs.” In the seasons of life, like sturdy trees that stand tall through wind and storm, gratitude serves as the unwavering root that anchors us. Much like the roots provide stability to a tree, gratitude […]
Grateful for Surprises!
My heart is full of gratitude for this glorious surprise on a cold winter hike – this little white flower growing by the side of the trail. The forest abounds with winter glory of green, brown and gold – lush green moss, mushrooms popping out from the ground and from tree stumps, tree branches full […]
Grateful for our Leaders on President’s Day
As I celebrate President’s Day, I reflect on the profound impact of the leadership team that is shaping our nation. Gratitude for the dedicated leaders who have steered the course of history is the cornerstone of our unity. Resisting evil and hatred are also cornerstones of our unity. On this day, we acknowledge the sacrifices […]