I know that a lot of you have experienced great hardship this winter. Some of you have lost loved ones, some of you are sick or have been sick. And then there are the terrifying weather events that are getting increasingly common, most recently the impact of the polar vortex on a substantial portion of North America.
I made all of you a little film of a portion of my walk today along with some of the thoughts I have when I am in the woods. I am hoping this is an encouraging experience and if not, you get to see some very pretty trees and hear some crows having quite a conversation in the woods.
It’s funny to me because although I am surrounded by earth forms and plants so much larger than me when I am in the woods, It’s okay to be small. We don’t need to be big. We can just be.
My Eyes Are Up Here 
oh, Elizabeth – what a lovely gift you’ve given! you are so thoughtful, so compassionate to think of others who have been struggling with so much. and you are so right about this year’s impact of scary and unprecedented weather. it’s good that you and your lovely film remind us about the balance between “dynamic changes and continuity”, and that there is comfort in being able to feel connected to something bigger than ourselves.
I am so happy I got to hear your voice! the sound of the cacophony of those crows made me laugh – seemed like they wanted to compete with your narrative, the sassy things.
much love and light,
Karen xoxo
Thanks so much, Karen. You are such a dear person with such a gift of thoughtful and supportive communication. And yes, those crows were super sassy! They went on like that for another 15-20 minutes.
dear Elizabeth,
thank you, thank you for saying such lovely things to me. you always make me feel so included!
love,
Karen xoxo
You are very welcome, Karen. And you are not only included in our group, you are essential! xoxox Eliz.