Each morning I gaze upon the eastern skyline. My mind races, wondering, should I grab my camera? What does the clouds look like? Will they break up and be like stepping stones so far above my reach? I love it when the clouds turn into stepping stones. I have yet to get a good photograph of them that way. Pinned forever in an electronic image for me to keep.
I feel slightly guilty that I want to capture such beauty for me to behold whenever I want. Fear creeps into my spirit, what if having it that way for myself keeps me from looking for it each morning? The small, yet intimate connection I have with the world each time I hopefully seek it out.Each night I wait. Listening carefully for the sounds of giggling and talking coming from my children's room. Partly hoping they are sleeping, yet I am secretly delighted in hearing their laughter.
Feeling the fur from my dog tickle my nose as I nuzzle my forehead against his. Feeling his soft warm breath against my skin. His expressive smile unfolds as our silence connects us. This companion of mine has always seemed to read my mind. He could be completely asleep, I just look at him and think of him, his eyes open and lifting his head to meet my gaze. While now in his old age he doesn't respond as much, but he is still tuned into my emotions just as much as ever.
The helpful hands moving about. Placing dishes on the table. Filling children's glasses. Constantly he is there doing, helping, showering me, and the children with love. He never falters, sensing when my mind is off in a different place. Able to read me as though I am a familiar book. Knowing what page will bring what outcome. He is my husband, my companion, my best friend.When in need of beauty of far away places, I need not travel very far. I can search through so many of the most amazing photographs taken by a friend. Read of travels of yet another.
I am at a settling point upon my path. No more jagged rocks, bushes or trees in my way. Just a faintly beaten path. Beautiful in surroundings. Peaceful and pleasant to both my eyes and my ears. My spirit and mind are consistent in where I am.Where am I? I am happy. I have found my way.
