Friday, November 4, 2011

Breathe A Wee Bit Deeper

"Listen, are you breathing just a little and calling it a life?" ~ Mary Oliver
Today, I traveled in the beautiful sunny weather just south of the city. That corner of my province has some pretty spots to breathe in. The signer at the school is open and keen to learn. She breathes deeply, takes risks, learns much.

Tonight, I decided to stay home though there was something I wanted to attend. The week has been busy and I just needed a break. I decided that I needed to breathe just a little instead of gulp air madly while dog-paddling quickly to stay afloat. The weekend has a number of social events planned. I find I am tired this week and must be proactive about taking care of myself.

I am feeling blessed tonight as I think about turning off my computer and heading to bed. A friend from high school was in touch via Face Book and in my response I said to him something to the effect of, “My life has had many blessings and I am grateful.” It is over 30 years since I have seen him and so much has happened to me in that time. We used to walk home sometimes together because he lived up the street from me. Two of my friends dated him—at different times. We could never have predicted where life would lead us. I call what I do a life and thank God for the blessings received.

Breathe…as deep as you can. Life is meant to be inhaled.

Peace,

Suzanne

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