light is returning
Yesterday, my son and I hung out the birdfeeder. As I stepped out the back door into the snow, the sun warmed my skin. I took a breath of gratitude and rejoiced that for the first time since mid-November the sun is strong enough to actually touch and warm the skin. Sigh.
Today, the birds found the seed scattered on the snow. They came first in pairs and then in flocks! Chikadees, sparrows, thrush, the bossy blue jays and the vibrant cardinals. My son was so excited! Each time more birds came he shouted and danced in excitement. Quickly, he learned to navigate the field guide so he can identify the birds and what seasons they are here in this region.
Let each small thing bring joy. Let the mysteries reveal themselves in those things we mistakenly name "mundane."
Today, the birds found the seed scattered on the snow. They came first in pairs and then in flocks! Chikadees, sparrows, thrush, the bossy blue jays and the vibrant cardinals. My son was so excited! Each time more birds came he shouted and danced in excitement. Quickly, he learned to navigate the field guide so he can identify the birds and what seasons they are here in this region.
Let each small thing bring joy. Let the mysteries reveal themselves in those things we mistakenly name "mundane."