Change

Last night, I spent 3hours or so learning to relax and meditate with Maitreya at Pureland Meditation Centre and Japanese Garden. It was a peaceful, relaxing experience, but made me realise how restless and impatient and anxious I can be. Maitreya does not follow any particular religion but believes in just being in the moment. This is very hard to do, but we were told not to strive - just to sit and be.
So, why am I sharing this with you? Well, I believe I'm at a point in my life when I need to change, for my health and my mental wellbeing.
This morning as I walked the dog I was struck by the subtle changes all around me in nature. There are some signs of autumn, a few leaves on the paths etc, but what I noticed most was the change in the blackbird's song. It almost felt like the blackbird's evensong. A time when he sings in the autumn and welcomes it. A time when he sings for joy at another season and the changes that are happening.
So - I take my lead from the blackbird and sing joyously for the changes in my life at this time, for the ability to just BE and enjoy the moment.

Apologies!

My health has not been good the past few month so my apologies to anyone out there who follows this blog.
It was lovely today,to get out in the park and woods.There's nothing like a bit of sun and a few green shoots to make you feel better. I'm always amazed that the snowdrops survive the winter and manage to poke their little delicate heads through the soil and leaves. It makes me have hope that no matter what happens, life goes on and it is just as beautiful as it ever was.