Magic of Christmas

Ever since I can remember, a big part of the magical air of Christmas has been the tree. Christmas eve in the middle of the night, while everyone was asleep,I would creep into the livingroom. Where only on Christmas eve, the lights were left on , for Santa. I would just gaze at the tree all atwinkle, glittering and glowing on the presents under the tree. Then I would return to bed happy in the knowledge that Santa had come. Even as an adult the tree hold the same sense of childlike assurance that dreams do come true and magic does happen. The other day I put the tree up and just like every other year I sat gazing and soaking in the magic.

Morning or NIght

8:30 this morning. The view from the east and the view from the west.

Evening sky

The days are so short now. This pic was taken at 4:30 this afternoon.

Sniffles

The last while we have had flu in the house. Poor Marley had her nose wiped hundreds of times. Although the sniffles are gone it looks like she learned the lesson well.

Snowy

Not everyone dislikes snow. When I walk the dogs are so happy frolicing in the snow . This is Bear bounding through the snow with, what I'm sure is a big smile.

What lies ahead

As I stood and soaked in this scene, I became lucidly aware of having only this moment, and that all that the future holds is really unclear... to all of us. And all at once the road (my journey) seemed to be so much easier, like all at once I knew I was on the right road. Right where I am meant to be. Stop fretting about the future , and get on with doing now , the best way I can.

Glow

It seems like forever since I posted anything . Our house has been in the grip of H1N1. It is a terrible flu and I have been worried , first about the grandchildren and now my husband. He is not sleeping well , coughing and congested . So I thought if I got up he would rest better. This was what I saw in the sky tonight. I also saw 2 shooting stars.. always a good omen for me and I feel all will be as it should be.