Yes, Italian Parsley

I love the smell of herbs. It's such a simple and fulfilling pause....(more to follow)

There is an art to living

Today I learned that Courtney Milne has passed on. In that same instant, I learned that Courtney Milne had existed, and still does in the lives of those he has touched and will continue to touch.

I'd never heard of Courtney Milne prior to today. I'm not one for "if only" or "I wish" nor for regrets, but deep in my soul I so wanted to spend time together with him.

My personal hope is to meet more like Courtney Milne, those who breathe the same, and to continue to always see life through different eyes.
http://www.courtneymilne.com

Evergreen

With all its other offerings, the evergreen is playful too
For in its branches come alive friendly dragons
and all manner of joyful and curious creatures
with just a hint of breeze

Ryann's Bird

Ever since my oldest granddaughter was born last September, I've taken her to the living room window and talked about the birds whenever she comes to visit. Sometimes, we sit on my lounger and watch out the window accompanied by many long moments of silence. A couple of weeks ago was just such an occasion.

Ryann was sitting on my lap watching out the window. I could see that her little eyes were taking in each movement of an evergreen branch nodding in the breeze, a sparrow flitting into the bush at the side of the window, and folks walking by.

And then, as often happens, our local crow paid a visit and started his neighbourhood greetings. Ryann's eyes widened. She sat very still with her mouth open. She listened for a bit, and then - she called back! Three times! Then listened for a response...