Yesterday I was off early in the morning to do some blueberry picking with my grandson, daughter and my mother. I of course had my trusty camera with me. I had hoped to take some reflected images in the rivers around the farm. Reflections of course only occur when the waters of the lake, river or pond are still and calm. The reflected image to me reflects a scene of calm and serenity. It got me thinking of life in general (what doesn't really?) and how our beings reflect our personal images when we are calm and serene. When we are turbulent and frothy in our spirits I believe that those around us "shut us out" and prevent that reflected turbulence from reaching the universe. It then remains within our own beings, causing even more turbulence and unease. All things considered, I will go for the reflected calm every time.
Here's to happy, calm and serene reflections in your life !
Love, peace, and joy;
Dennis
It is a beautiful morning, calm and serene. I turned on my computer and came to your blog. I knew you must have posted a meaningful message here. Then I saw the gorgeous image you took by the river. Of course you have sent it to me yesterday, and I started to think about if I can capture the calm and serene tone in my painting. I have studied and Painted hard these few days, and I hope I can do it.
ReplyDeleteI love this image even more because of your writing. In your perspective, I find the abiding truth that "enlightenment" is to be found in daily living. Your post brings to mind the following worlds of Thich Nhat Hanh: "Live your daily life in a way that you never lose yourself. When you are carried away with your worries, fears, cravings, anger and desire you run away from your yourself. The practice is always to go back to yourself."
To be calm and serene, whatever come to our way.
Peace and love to you, everyone, everywhere.