Day 41, Small Pause, "A Moment of Silence"

Return to the Park, 16x20in. Oil on canvas.

Today's Small Pause...

After a brisk walk, I sat in my sun filled living room to read for a few minutes. The sun  flitted in and out of clouds and my cat Marlee, drifted around me with affection. 

Marlee relaxing in the sun. Watching her always makes me smiles and feel relaxed.

After reading a passage from Mark Nepos' beautiful book, I sat quietly for a bit before the bustle of my day began. A moment of joy enveloped me, as I both watched and listened to the abundance of birds darting about and singing in chorus. A feeling of happiness ensued; knowing that warmer days were on their way.

 Nature allowed me to live within her presence without a care. I hope a moment of time stands still for you today. Remember to take breaks to absorb the subtle beauty in these elusive moments throughout your day. They can only be experienced when a heightened awareness exist. 

Warmly,

Debbie

P.S. I just recently purchased Mark Nepo's Book "The Book of Awakening". It is set up in journal type entries for every day of the year. Each entry is filled with thought provoking truths and beauty that gently nudge one into experiencing greater awareness of these small meaningful moments. Highly recommend it! You can find it here. 

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Day 34, Small Pause, "A Sense of Contentment"

 A Burst of Light, 4x4in. Oil on linen/board.
Painted En Plein Air in Powell's Pt. Park, Nova Scotia.

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Today's Small Pause...

Since November began, we have experienced an abundance of wet weather and gray moody days. Finally today, we were blessed with more sun than clouds. I could feel my heart sing as I witnessed the sun's cheery presence and warmth.

It was time to take a short pause in my day to sip tea and read in front of my kitchen window. I found my mind wandering freely, as I gazed up from reading and watched the clouds drift along. The sun peeked through for long moments, illuminating the space I occupied. My cat came to visit and sat on my lap. She enjoyed the pause as well, as I massaged her head and neck. Her purring made us both feel content and at peace.

It was a lovely small pause that set the tone for the busyness that would follow later in my day. I felt grateful for the sun and my quiet retreat, which brought me into a present moment. 

I hope you get to slow down for a few moments this weekend and just be present with yourself. Acknowledge what truly brings you contentment and what places you in present time. May all your obligations fade away, as you move in sync with your own small pause.

Warmly,

Debbie

P.S. Please feel free to add your own small pause or comments below.

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Day 19, Small Pause, "Comic Relief"

Today's Small Pause... 

The other day when I was getting ready to travel two hours to see my son in the hospital, our cat offered comic relief. As I bustled out to the kitchen in my preparations, I noticed Marlee peering intently at the feeder hanging outside our window. Upon inspection, I noticed our resident squirrel busily arcing around the feeder. He twisted and turned nibbling on seed and tantalizing Marlee with his presence.

It was too much for Marlee. She began making little plaintive noises and finally decided she was going to capture Mr. Squirrel. She dove upwards, stretching out her body and pawing at the window. Mr. Squirrel carried on with his acrobatics; ignoring Marlee's presence. Perplexed, Marlee exited the premises leaving her annoyance behind. 

It was a welcomed comic relief that made me chuckle. 

Warmly,

Debbie

I would love to hear your thoughts or small pause today! Please feel free to share in the comment section below.