“A gentle nod of the head as you walk by, the rustling of leaves whispering in your ear, easy music from a porch, a trail of bikes whizzing past, and as you look up, the panorama of white clouds drifting westward against an impossibly blue sky. Nature is unfurling its seasonal splendor in defiance of where we find ourselves now and has no intention of hiding her beauty. In fact, the sheer audacity of behaving as she always does as the ultimate...

“There are many truths circulating out there – especially in turbulent, uncertain times such as these. Some espouse health solutions, others economic ways and means to beat the present downturn. Some profess the next best thing for staying sane while social distancing, still others promote ideal foods to eat and music to tune into.  Whatever the mantra that is knocking on your emotional door, observe it and before taking it “to heart”, listen...

“Let it disturb your sleep – cause you to wake up earlier than you wanted to. Let it echo down the empty streets where one or two solitary souls catch its glorious tune. Let it rise in resonance with its brethren – a symphony in the making though never quite completed. Let this bird song luxuriate in the warmer sun as its singers herald each morning jubilantly and joyously. So let us then marshal our strength and hope to join them in their...

“Getting up out of bed perhaps with a stretch and a yawn; finding those slippers or socks for still-cold feet; a shuffle to the kitchen to brew morning coffee or put on the kettle for that nice hot cup of tea; the radio, i-pad turned on or the paper at the door that brings you the news. Sugar, milk, crème, honey for your beverage? You pick and sit as you start your day. Simple, inconsequential acts completed thousands of times over the years...

“Loving a partner goes without saying. There’s both a comfort and casualness in addressing your husband/wife/significant other with “I love you”. The words trip off the tongue quite easily and sometimes conveniently – assuring the other you care without needing to invest too much in the moment. No need to ponder further as both of you have heard the phrase countless times or maybe not. What takes greater personal pause is not only loving a...

“Social distancing is the new normal in these extraordinary times, but I invite you to welcome this guest whose appearance is constant yet seldom acknowledged. Let the prevailing quiet of your day in – whether in your home or on a solitary walk outside. It’s been nudging you – perhaps for decades – and only now do you realize its presence and expansiveness.  Let it settle softly on you and bathe your system soothing you into...