Much of our food supply depends upon the pollination activity of bees, those diligent little workers. Of course, bees have no interest in our food security, or even the health of the plants which depend on them—they are simply trying to feed themselves and their family. Sometimes just getting done what needs to get done is a greater service than we know.
What will you be proud to get done today?
“My speaking is meant to shake you awake, not to tell you how to dream better.”
―Adyashanti
What words have shaken you awake?
The joy of a small suspension bridge is that you can bounce on it, sending a wave of motion down the length to jog whoever might be further along than you. Of course we know that our actions have an impact on others, but we rarely get to see the effect so directly.
What little leap will you take today to affect the life of someone else?
The Ugly Duckling grew up to become a swan, but face it, some of us start as ugly ducklings and end up as geese—a little more loud and defensive and a whole lot less elegant and serene. Perhaps someday those who have dissed us will wake up and see our true beauty, but for now we’d better start with recognizing our own beauty for ourselves.
What beautiful thing do you see about yourself that others tend to miss?
In just a moment the ladybug will “fly away home,” but for this second it stays perched, a tiny jewel adorning one small and slightly grubby finger.
What tiny treasure has brightened your day today?
