Tonight Hansel, Nyla, and I went for a walk down the street to the Blockbusters. We do this maybe once a week--or every two weeks. When we get there, Hansel will go inside and pick a movie--and I'll hang outside with Nyla. Usually I just wait by the door like a dork as Nyla wins the hearts of everyone that walks by!
Tonight though, I noticed a tiny patch of grass that was located across from the store and next to the busy street. Instead of being the Blockbuster official greeters, this time I took Nyla to the green oasis where we both laid down. About three feet from my ear was the racing sound of cars and above glaring down on me was the glow of street lights.
But through all this static--a deep, dark, pthalo blue sky stared right back at me. I counted ten twinkling stars on that blanket of blue.
Ten twinkling stars for the cost of nothing, but taking the time to look up.
What else am I missing in this Big Beautiful World, because I'm so busy going from point A to point B?
I'm on a mission to find out, that's all I got to say.
7 comments:
LOVE this! LOVE you!
Wise words (and love the art!) This week I was without my camera as I raced around a rainy Paris with friends. Of course I saw many interesting things to photograph. But I decided sometimes it's good just to experience the moment; no pictures needed.
Love this post! SO much that I shared it with all my "peeps". I am constantly amazed when I realize all of the things that I miss until they smack me in the face - leaves popping out, my kids growing, the flowers in my front beds...the list is endless! Thanks for the reminder, I'll have to spend some time noticing this weekend.
Ooh, sounds good! And beautiful painting...
Sweet!! Thanks for the inspiration! Happy Friday! :)
*Inhaling with a smile* -- May I join you?
I *love* finding those little pockets of stillness admist the noise...
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