Little Things

The summer is flying by as it always does, beautiful and perfect days mixed with a few of those too hot times. We all have our agenda – retired or not – always lots of things we must do to survive and maintain health and structures from the ravages of time. But when we pause – take a few dedicated minutes out of the day – to hold sacred – to be quiet – to reflect – to remember – to dream – to appreciate life, it's the Little Things that make it all so grand!

Stopping to see the birds. To hear the little mother birds chirp their warning protest to us because we are sitting on our swing – which is in front of her nest in the wall behind us.

To look at the sky and make images from the clouds as they move and swirl in their magnificence!

To take a walk – quietly – to hear the sounds all about. To notice the wasp nest and marvel at how those little creatures built such a beautiful dwelling. To suddenly notice the deer sleeping in the tall grass unseen by passing hikers.


To enjoy the beautiful Willamette River which once brought the first settlers to our side of the river – and the joy it brings to so many enjoying the recreation it offers.

Listening with all your heart while a dear friend describes the uplifting miracle that occurred within her as her Mother passed from this life with a childlike sparkle in her eyes and a smile on her face. Feeling the Love that fills the ether erasing the miles between us.

Celebrating the Harvest Feast with gratitude for the fresh corn, tomatoes, cucumbers, beets, squash, Marion-berry pie, and Best Friends which whom to share the joy.

Visiting a neighbor who has moved on to a family care home – and smiling inside as she tells us once again, "You must Always keep a Positive Attitude"!

Seeing the twinkle in my Love's eyes – as he tells stories of the daring adventures that he managed to survive – many years ago – when he was young. Holding hands as we plan for the necessary surgery he faces to help his sick heart. Rejecting fear in the (not belief)but the Knowing that everything is and always has been and always will be perfectly unfolding as it should.

As my mentor, Marilyn Ferguson used to say, "There is nowhere to get, because you are already there. Enjoy the journey."

FYI: Ron's surgery is September 15th for a defibrillator and pacemaker implant. Only one night in hospital – and a new assurance that his heart will keep beating. He already acts like a robot – now he may live to be a hundred! The hard part will be answering his every demand for as long as it takes. You can be sure he will enjoy that part more than I will!

Love to all.