I was rushing because I was late to meet a colleague today but when I saw it, I stopped. Ah, there was a sure sign of spring! The splash of colour against the grey bark caught my eye. I had seen a robin a day or so ago, and loads of geese, but not yet a butterfly. I pulled back into my parking space and grabbed my Blackberry to take a photo of it.
We can miss so much when we hurry or are not attentive. Sometimes it is the obvious; oftentimes it is subtler. Today was Day 4 of the long weekend for me. I felt as if something shifted inside and that time had slowed down. I got up later than normal and went to mass where I ran into a friend. We chatted for a bit—a good and intense conversation that was overdue. That made me late for the other appointment but once I got to the University, I also lingered, engaging in good conversation with my colleague who I wish I knew better. I like how she thinks. She laughed at a story that happened to me recently and we both rolled our eyes at how people do not understand our role as an interpreter.
From there I went on a mission to find something, which turned out unsuccessful. I gave up and went to my massage which was just what the doctor ordered. It was a nice break in the middle of what was turning out to be a hectic day. When I stepped out of the spa, I breathed deeply. Something had shifted while I lay on the table. I was able to slow down mentally. I felt the warm sun wash over me and I thought of that little creature on the tree, wishing that I had been able to just soak in the sun today.
Back to work tomorrow! It is supposed to be a glorious 21 degrees, another sure sign of spring.
Peace,
Suzanne
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