From time to time...

“From time to time, to remind ourselves to relax and be peaceful,

we may wish to set aside some time for a retreat, a day of mindfulness,

when we can walk slowly, smile, drink tea with a friend,

enjoy being together as if we are the happiest people on Earth.”

~ Thich Nhat Hanh, Being Peace

Thank you for being here and enjoy your weekend!

p.s.

The beautiful drawings are by Marie-Laure Viriot (photo 1) and Ruth Elsässer (photo 2)

Peace is present right here and now...

“Peace is present right here and now, 

in ourselves and in everything we do and see.

Every breath we take, every step we take, 

can be filled with peace, joy, and serenity.

The question is whether or not we are in touch with it. 

We need only to be awake, alive in the present moment.”

~ Thich Nhat Hanh

from Peace Is Every Step

p.s.
the beautiful drawing is made by Ruth Elsässer

There is a candle in your heart...

“There is a candle in your heart, ready to be kindled.

There is a void in your soul, ready to be filled.

You feel it, don't you?”

~ Rumi

These dark days filled with rain, fog, festivities and candlelight are always the most intense days of the year for me. They bring the joy of family and the comfort of our home but they also have a darker side, which forces me to look inside. Old deeply hidden fears and emotions come to the surface again.

And as the year nears its end it is a beautiful time to come to terms with all these matters of the heart...

Thank you for being here and take care, xxx!

p.s.

the beautiful drawing is made by Ruth Elsässer