When the world is just way too much, what can we do?  So, this is what I did Saturday morning.  I sat on the front porch and watched the Birds as they came to feed.  We have 2 feeders in the front yard, and the Birds were busy.  They took turns, zipping in and out, eating a few seeds, then flying into the trees.  Some Sparrows were landing in the grass, hunting for Bugs!  There was constant activity, but it was peaceful activity.  Beautiful Birds, effortlessly flying from feeders to Trees and back again.

As I watched all this activity, I noticed my heart rate began to slow, and my breathing was deeper and easier.  After a while, I realized I really did not want to turn on my computer and “catch up” on the news.   I needed to do my morning writing, so I decided to write a few pages by hand.  Then, I gave myself permission “not to catch up” on the news!  What a relief!  I spent at least 30 minutes having toast and tea with Sparrows, Cardinals, Squirrels, and a Gorgeous Sunrise!  I did my writing, then went to the Farmer’s Market.  Watching Creation is a wonderful way to start the day!

~ Morning Prayer ~

I arise today, through the Strength of Heaven:

Light of Sun, Radiance of Moon,

Splendour of Fire, Speed of Lightening,

Swiftness of Wind, Depth of Sea,

Stability of Earth, Firmness of Rock.

~ Evening Prayer ~

Blessing of the Three

The Sacred Three

My Fortress Be

Encircling Me.

Come and be round,

My hearth, my home.

Fend thou my kin

And every sleeping thing within

From scathe, from sin.

Thy care, our peace

Through mid of night

To light’s release.