Love this haiku and the surprise last line which contrasts so starkly with the second. I seldom achieve that “surprise “ ending but I have read that is a key signature to a great haiku. Terrific ❗️
The image of the tall pines stretching upward, toward the blue canvas (to borrow your phrase) is uplifting. No pun intended.
Zeroing in on the extra day this year due to Leap Year was my activity. I pondered all the possibilities. “I wonder, I wonder, kept churning in my brain.
That we (Izzie) are, Julie. After the spicing up of life from yesterday’s “Tornado Warning” amid a day of complete drear, today’s sunshine was such a gift. I wish you continued energy and focus while you proof your upcoming book.
A friend of mine runs AZ Bat Rescue. You can follow her on Instagram.
Bats, not bees, are the world’s most effective pollinators (the major pollinators of agave - tequilas and cocoa - chocolate). Great information at merlintuttle.org.
Thank you so much Donna, I had no idea bats were pollinators. I appreciate you sending me the information. So cool! I learn something new everyday! Many thanks.
Hmm...that seems like something that would touch my inner core. It reminded me of my first snow run in the woods - what an incredible feeling to slowly move through the white forest. The quiet penetrated my noisy mind, calming everything inside of me. I'm sure snow yoga would have a similar effect...that is if it ever snowed here again!
Hi Jack, your description here of a run in the woods was very similar to my experience of yoga in the woods. My mind was quiet and my senses were alive!
Thank you for chiming in. always great to hear from you. When is the last time you go snow?
The unfortunate part of having mild weather this time of year is that my mind has already started shifting gears into spring mode, so a follow-up dose of winter won't necessarily be welcome.
I hear ya! I think I experience that every winter in Central NY. We seem to some how get a huge snowfall at the end of March when we are all ready for Spring.
This weekend I listened to a podcast interview that gives me real hope that each one of us can change the trajectory of climate change in a meaningful way. I almost couldn’t sleep❗️
Wow Clark! Yes, I love this poem and what an exciting podcast from the sounds of it. I'm familiar with a few...which one did you listen to? Thank you so much. :)
I am lucky if I can do much of anything. I do like walking around our yard and the woods are right there too. Sad that so many trees are dying though. I follow the trail through them when it is warm enough.
Hmm...that seems like something that would touch my inner core. It reminded me of my first snow run in the woods - what an incredible feeling to slowly move through the white forest. The quiet penetrated my noisy mind, calming everything inside of me. I'm sure snow yoga would have a similar effect...that is if it ever snowed here again!
new thing last weekend
practiced setting worries down
walked under sun's rays
Good morning Gail,
I resonate deeply with this line "practiced setting worries down"
Thank you.
No small task! 😁
Love this haiku and the surprise last line which contrasts so starkly with the second. I seldom achieve that “surprise “ ending but I have read that is a key signature to a great haiku. Terrific ❗️
Thank you Clark. 😊
Sometimes we do cool things without awareness that we’ve done them?
“Even a blind squirrel finds an acorn now and then…
Oh my gosh Clark! My husband Jeff says this often and it makes me laugh every time.
ha!
The image of the tall pines stretching upward, toward the blue canvas (to borrow your phrase) is uplifting. No pun intended.
Zeroing in on the extra day this year due to Leap Year was my activity. I pondered all the possibilities. “I wonder, I wonder, kept churning in my brain.
The Universe answered, “Be here now.”
“May this day be merry and bright
And may all your Snow Yoga be right.”
Good morning Gary,
Thank you for your message and yes we do get an extra day this month! How exciting. Thank you for the reminder to "Be here now."
Have a magnificent Monday! We are getting sunshine again....3 days in a row. :) WOOHOO!
That we (Izzie) are, Julie. After the spicing up of life from yesterday’s “Tornado Warning” amid a day of complete drear, today’s sunshine was such a gift. I wish you continued energy and focus while you proof your upcoming book.
Thank you so much for this Gary! Yes lots of energy and focus. I'm so glad you have sunshine your way too! Take good care.
Snow Yoga sounds lovely! Just like this poem ❤️
Good morning Kym, Thank you so much. It was wonderful! :)
A friend of mine runs AZ Bat Rescue. You can follow her on Instagram.
Bats, not bees, are the world’s most effective pollinators (the major pollinators of agave - tequilas and cocoa - chocolate). Great information at merlintuttle.org.
Thank you so much Donna, I had no idea bats were pollinators. I appreciate you sending me the information. So cool! I learn something new everyday! Many thanks.
Such beautiful words, Julie - your post has transported me!
Also:
....wait for it....
....wait for it....
SNOWGA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 😁
LOL!! Love it. :) Thank you Rebecca. :)
Visited bat rescue with a friend. Learned lots about these adorable pollinators and insect eaters
wow Interesting... Tell me more! A bat rescue? I had no idea bats were pollinators? Thank you so much for sharing Donna. I'm super curious now. :)
Hmm...that seems like something that would touch my inner core. It reminded me of my first snow run in the woods - what an incredible feeling to slowly move through the white forest. The quiet penetrated my noisy mind, calming everything inside of me. I'm sure snow yoga would have a similar effect...that is if it ever snowed here again!
Hi Jack, your description here of a run in the woods was very similar to my experience of yoga in the woods. My mind was quiet and my senses were alive!
Thank you for chiming in. always great to hear from you. When is the last time you go snow?
Weeks ago, I'm afraid. It's unusually mild now - more like wearing shorts instead of snow gear...
Bummer...we are also having a mild winter. It's like spring right now! It's wild. I hope we get some snow end of the month.
The unfortunate part of having mild weather this time of year is that my mind has already started shifting gears into spring mode, so a follow-up dose of winter won't necessarily be welcome.
I hear ya! I think I experience that every winter in Central NY. We seem to some how get a huge snowfall at the end of March when we are all ready for Spring.
I love this pic! Great one Bridgette!
Yes! It was gorgeous.
Nothing new here but I'm inspired by your post. I would love to try snow yoga. Fabulous Julie!
Thank you Linda. I hope you can find a snow yoga close to you. :) It was something I can do other than downhill skiing! HA!
Just emailed the podcast to you. Very compelling way to influence human behavior from a fun perspective.
Thank you Clark! I can't wait to listen in.
Destiny
Standing pose matters
Challenge gravity and feel
Strong and Courageous
This weekend I listened to a podcast interview that gives me real hope that each one of us can change the trajectory of climate change in a meaningful way. I almost couldn’t sleep❗️
Wow Clark! Yes, I love this poem and what an exciting podcast from the sounds of it. I'm familiar with a few...which one did you listen to? Thank you so much. :)
I am lucky if I can do much of anything. I do like walking around our yard and the woods are right there too. Sad that so many trees are dying though. I follow the trail through them when it is warm enough.
Faith, That is something!! Walking is the best thing you can do I think. :) Good for you and I hope you had a fabulous Birthday!! xoxo
Yoga in the woods sounds marvelous!!
Connie and I got to go see THE CHOSEN this weekend!! !! !!
It was so very good. Laughter, tears...just Wow.
It truly was Claudette. Oh you did! Thank you for the reminder! I forgot it's out in the theaters. Where did you go to see it?
Connie and I always get lost! Destiny is so big and far away. But it was worth it to see THECHOSEN!!!
Good to know! :) Thanks again
Wow! I hope I get a chance to experience snow yoga someday!
Hi Amie! I hope you do too. You would love it.
Hmm...that seems like something that would touch my inner core. It reminded me of my first snow run in the woods - what an incredible feeling to slowly move through the white forest. The quiet penetrated my noisy mind, calming everything inside of me. I'm sure snow yoga would have a similar effect...that is if it ever snowed here again!