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Effulgent Season

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Spring meadow with wildflowers and sunlight

Last week Jack Frost visited us for the last time until Winter circles around again. Now comes the Big Show of bright colors, dazzling ecology, jubilant skies and warming temperatures…in the Midwest, USA.

Like Autumn changes the woodland landscape into an aura of joyful plumage, Spring brings forth an abundance of vibrant greens littered with magnificent colored buds of trees, shrubs, vines, and of course, flowers.

Migrating birds return to our area in flocks, settling in our shrubs and treetops. Nest building begins and mating ramps up. The tougher species which stay in the area become more active, as do all of the ground dwelling creatures. Life unfolds like a movie reel plays. It is wonderful to behold.

I daily watch the turkey vultures, those huge black winged-scavengers, glide above the woods behind our home. Like the hawks who also soar on wind currents, they fascinate me. I find myself longing to be that free to simply unfurl wings and let the air currents carry me wherever my heart desires to go. Lots of circling from narrow to wider arcs, covering vast amounts of territory in mere minutes. The views must be astounding. The freedom enchanting. Even their shadows create mystical moments while moving across the terrain.

Ah, to be that free and with few worries from predators, seems like a dream. So, I wonder if can I attain this same feeling of freedom and peace while grounded to terra firma? I suppose it’s possible, but too often this sublime feeling eludes me. I don’t dwell on this fact but strive to focus on the here and now…the things I can control.

I can dream, though, and so can you. Similar to the astronauts viewing our planet from space, I find myself amazed at what we call Earth.

Flourish

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ClematisFlourish: To be in a vigorous state; to thrive; to grow luxuriantly.

For those of you who are flourishing at this stage of life, I sincerely hope you will continue to do so, as this is the most wonderful place to be.

For those who are currently not flourishing, please take a deep breath and begin to rediscover those things in your life which promote thriving. Surround yourself with others who live vigorously, as they will embolden you. Be inspired.

And, for those who feel they may never flourish again, you must not lose hope. Recall a time (or times) when you have flourished in the past. These remembrances will encourage you. If you cannot recall a time then imagine what it would feel like to thrive. Dreaming is healthy. Also, tap into the Source of all that flourishes to ignite this flame within your heart and soul. But be patient, as flourishing is a process which takes time and requires a certain amount of effort. Strive to focus on those things which are most pleasant and lovely such as this Clematis plant bursting with spring colors. Although taken with my cell phone, the beauty of these blossoms is not diminished.