In The Stillness

It’s a partly sunny day in my neighborhood — breezy, a little chilly, and beautifully calm. Like every morning, I let our three dogs outside to “do da business,” and I sit on the deck steps for a moment of fresh air and stillness.

I close my eyes, breathe in deeply, and let the air out slowly. The calm arrives almost instantly. When I look around, the world feels steady and reassuring: tall birch and pine trees standing like gentle guardians, new shades of green pushing up through the grass, birds in every color singing their morning songs, big black crows calling out from the roof, chubby squirrels sneaking snacks from the feeders, and a mama bird keeping watch near her little home while my pups explore. Everything coexists quietly. Everything simply is.

Each day, I give thanks to my spirit guides and ancestors. I speak softly to them, grateful for their guidance, their love, and their unwavering presence. They know I’m curious by nature — sometimes impatient to understand what comes next — but today, I’m content to just be here, taking in the world around me and counting my blessings.

When I head back inside to begin my day, I feel grounded and prepared. I have everything I need to meet whatever comes my way, and I remind myself that life only asks us to move through it one moment at a time.

From the heart,
Rae

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