How about we share another Mary Oliver poem? After all, you can never have too many of those. In this one, the poet seems to acknowledge that it is often hard to simply live in and enjoy the moment, perhaps because we are afraid it can't last. She urges us to give in to that moment and fully experience the joy. Although "much can never be redeemed, still, life has some possibility left." Don't Hesitate by Mary Oliver If you suddenly and unexpectedly feel joy, don’t hesitate. Give in to it. There are plenty of lives and whole towns destroyed or about to be. We are not wise, and not very often kind. And much can never be redeemed. Still, life has some possibility left. Perhaps this is its way of fighting back, that sometimes something happens better than all the riches or power in the world. It could be anything, but very likely you notice it in the instant when love begins. Anyway, that’s often the case. Anyway, whatever it is, don’t be afraid of its plenty. Joy is no
Oh my, we are in a long phase of heat and low humidity. Even the plants that are "drought resistant" are complaining. It is amazing to see the difference between plants that get lots of shade and the ones in full sun.
ReplyDeleteWith temperatures around 100 every day, a little shade is most appreciated.
DeleteIt looks pretty. :-)
ReplyDeleteThe butterflies certainly think so.
DeleteThey would certainly know. ;-)
DeleteIt's one of my favorites, too.
ReplyDeleteIt's a wonderful plant and deserves wider use.
DeleteThat is a plant I really must add to my garden
ReplyDeleteHave a great week!
Lea
The butterflies will thank you for it!
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