"Yesterday is already a dream, and tomorrow is only a vision;

but today, well lived, makes every yesterday a dream of happiness,

and every tomorrow a vision of hope.

Look well, therefore, to this day!

Such is the salutation of the dawn."

Sanskrit Proverb

When I come downstairs in the morning and walk into my kitchen, this is what I see. These beautiful cats came into my life about thirteen years ago. They live mostly in the yard but sometimes come in to sleep if it is rainy or cold.They follow me around the garden adding a quiet contentment to my day. I pour a cup of coffee then walk into the garden to feed them. Roxy, my doodle dog is always by my side during this morning ritual. Animals add certain elements to our lives...Roxy exudes joy! She teaches me to let go...to allow my happiness to unfold. We had another dog before her, Dartanya, whose energy was wisdom. I learned from her to pay attention...to slow down and really see.

                                                                       

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It isn't only the animals in our lives who can help with learning on our journey, of course, the people we live with or encounter can do that also. Lately I have noticed that my husband's silly antics which lately have irritated me are now beginning to make me pause and smile and laugh! Why do I feel so serious? Where did this shell of irritation come from? My yoga practice has given me space around my thoughts. I can look out now and see how I am living in the world and create a shift if I want to by conciously allowing myself a different point of view.

Life really is very good. Choose joy today.

Until next time...