Suddenly You're On the Way

"Be willing to be a beginner every single morning."  

~Meister Eckhart 

 We're often quiet & contemplative when facing
something new.  The unknown exists but can offer

endless possibilities of friendship, discovery, and courage.

  

May discovery

challenge, awe, and joy be yours

in the coming days.

~Rose West

My Gratitude Journal

 

Follow the Leader

"Planet earth is a wonderful place where beautiful creatures live."  

~Maria Powell

 Leaving the YMCA today and who caught my eye, on the drive home?

Mom waddled across the road in front of my car; the sight brought such a feeling of awe at chance

to witness such a lovely raft of ducks!

~Rose West

My Gratitude Journal

Sing A Song!

  "A lesson taught with humor is a lesson retained."  ~The Talmud

Living in the midwest as a Hoosier, this is

a common sight in late July and early August. Much

work goes into producing luscious crops of watermelon.

Spotting the driver with his cache, I'm reminded that songs

and singing with kids is a delightful way to spend time together!

I remember learning this one at around the age of twelve.  How about you?

Plant a watermelon upon my grave,

 let the juice trickle in. 

Steak & fried chicken taste mighty fine but

nothing tastes better than a watermelon vine!

  So plant a watermelon vine upon my grave,

let the juice trickle in.

~Rose West

My Gratitude Journal