Of late I have been avoiding the overwhelming feelings that wait at my heart’s door. The tap, tapping of despair, frustration, anxiety and disappointment wait, torches held high and voices crying out, to rouse my soul into complete and utter fear over what is becoming of this world. While there has always been chaos and disorder on the outside, beyond the borders of this country, I had a sense of things being generally alright in my own little space of it. Perhaps it was naivety or willfull ignorance, or a bit of both. Now that disaster seems determined to invite itself upon us here in the ‘land of the free’, and with my advancing age, my sense of well being and security grows less steady.
So, since there is limitation to what I can do ‘out there’, I turn once again within. If I can create harmony within my soul, find peace in my own being, and create at least a small space of beauty to retreat to, then there is one iota of positive change in the Creator’s world.
Hubby and I have been working hard to get our little garden thriving and are hoping these sweltering days don’t prove stronger than its will to survive. It has become a nice little haven for me lately. I hope we all have a brighter, more positive week ahead.
David Bowie has long been a favorite of mine and Labyrinth remains one of the best musical family films ever made.
Enjoy!
Thank you Mr Bowie, for being brilliant. We miss you!
Dreaming Reality 
Your garden is charming! Looks like an oasis when worry descends. 🙂
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Thanks Jennie. It is rapidly becoming my go to spot after a long day. Even in the coty, the insects and animals seek refuge and are grateful with happy sounds!
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I can see why! Best to you, Cheryl. 🙂
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Thanks so much.
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BEAUTIFUL garden! Listen: If you’re on Facebook, ignore your newsfeed. Just pay attention to Dan and your other positive friends. Follow a trustworthy news source, and ignore those enraging, terrifying clickbait titles! That garden of yours is deeply nourishing, even in a picture. Sit out there and breathe it in when the weather permits. When the weather doesn’t permit, go inside and curl up with Labyrinth. 🙂
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Thanks Marian! I certainly appreciate the encouragement. I did away with FB some years ago. 🙂
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Turn off the news and head for the garden. Pull a few weeds and sit back and look at nature. Oh and sip on something refreshing. Repeat as needed.
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Best medicine ever. Touching the Earth.
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What a lovely garden. It must feel great to sit there and enjoy the afternoon/evening. I wish we could do more to spread tranquility beyond the walls of our little sanctuaries.
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I try to imagine it Dan. 🙂
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