Socially Distanced.
I’ve been grappling with the best words to describe my feelings. I see how it’s impacting everything around me – from stepping out the door to go for a socially distanced jog to wearing a mask as a new normal. It’s all incredibly bizarre. On the one hand, it’s brought up feelings of fear, uncertainty, and loneliness. But on the other hand, it’s brought up a new opportunity to revisit my values and priorities, how I want to live my life, and what I’m going to do about it!
This time has allowed me to tune in to myself and realign with my purpose. It has helped me be more intentional with the next best steps – in relationships, career, love, and compassion for myself and others. And it’s helping me lighten the load of daily pressures. I’ve thought it’s all on me to figure out.
Being outdoors reminds me of Mother Earth’s support. The abundance she exudes when we tune into her is that we are not only blessed but guided. We can tune into our inner compass and trust in the subtle messages shared in her stillness.
I send many wishes daily, honoring nature’s abundance and nurturance and basking in the reminder that life is sacred and interconnected. By tuning into her, you will see she has all the answers and never instructs.
On this Earth Day, I’d like to share this little poem I jotted down while relaxing on this patch of flowers and reflecting on our recent COVID days.
EARTH DAY 2020
April is feeling bright! Alone with the flowers and no person in sight. Oh, dreary days of past, you give me respite – a load lined with gold that was messy but necessary.
To renew, what a gift! Spring blooms abound. They are looming with plenty of Zooming and COVID as I lie on this fertile ground. Family and friends, oh goodness, I miss them. But the House Party app, thank you for the group hangouts and games like guacamole and chips! And you, too, Marco Polo, still figuring out, but heck, laughing as I share helium shoutouts!
Hello, space of new beginnings and ways to connect – I can see through your undercover blessings even with a face mask, oh yes: unity, relationships, and the gift of each other. A beautiful spring day; thank you for the reminder as I sit here and honor the miraculous Mother.
Happy Earth Day, Friends! Even though we might be in solitude right now, it’s nice tapping into the comfort of Mother Nature to realize we are never alone.
