August
26th, 2013
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Nod
to minimal Monday~then on to the boulder
~
Country Road Vistas=Bliss
~
Sunday
Drive
~
Yesterday
we took a lovely drive through the local countryside,searching for
our watermelon farmer. Took a wrong turn,got lost. The winding road
led us to the hills, then away again, then back once more. Amazing
vistas all along our journey, so worth every lost mile.
At
the end of the trail the delight of friendly folks who were happy to
share their story and their country place. Getting to know each
other, finding things in common ,much laughter shared. I had brought
a printed copy of my melon stone which brought joy to those who grew
that Charleston Gray I shared with you in July.
So
in a way, sharing about our group, you too came along on our Sunday
drive. As the light faded, we headed home another Charleston Gray
tucked safely away. What fun it was to drive on the country roads,
some just dirt roads. We were totally lost, yet content,enjoying
every minute.
To
meet the very people who worked hard to grow our food, to make that
connection was such a treat, as are their delicious melons. Grown
with love and care, infusing that into their product. A day well
spend.
***
August
27th, 2013
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Buzzard
Vortex~gliding skyward
mere
pinpricks~seemingly testing
the
limits of earth's atmosphere
one
effortless spiral at a time
***
August
28th, 2013
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The
day starts early as I wander through the garden, starry skies above.
Cool late summer morning air surrounds me as I walk to my quiet
space. Morning meditation reminds me that no matter what, we are all
one. I breathe deeply , watching first light to the east color the
sky in a delicate wash of pastels. Feeling blessed and at
peace, savoring the moment. Then making my way back to the house, now more practical things nudging aside the quiet time. I get busy in the
kitchen. Cool morning calls for baking, so batches of cookies soon scent the house, Chocolate and Gingersnap, some of each. Morning cup of
tea sends wisps of fragrant steam into the air, freshly baked
cookie melts on my tongue. A sweet start to the day, enjoying the
peace and quiet before tackling the most pressing chore today,
sorting and stacking the huge pile of firewood in our driveway. As I
skirted it by starlight, it looked even bigger then last night. Tea
and cookies, give us strength!! Though maybe a bit of toast and egg
should be part of the menu as well. Still, that first cup and still warm cookie, lovely start to a promising day.
August 29th, 2013
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Longing for gently winding roads
lined with pines exhaling
veils of moisture kissing my cheeks
wild flowers along tumbling creeks
Closing my eyes I visualize
breathing deeply~leaning into the curves
in my mind leaving this hot, dry valley
Burney Falls is calling my name
My mind lingers briefly and whispers
"I will see you soon"
August
30th, 2013
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He
dreams
surrounded
by friends
toes
twitch
***
August
31st, 2013
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SWS
~
Shrill
cicada song
fills
August night
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