Patience
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Ordinary Life, Noticed | No Single Pace for Becoming
Not all the trees behind the puddle got the same memo. Some are clearly committed to autumn, with leaves changing, colors appearing, and branches becoming visible. Others seem to have decided there is absolutely no reason to rush into anything. They remain green and full, apparently planning to participate when they are good and ready.… Continue reading
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Ordinary Life, Noticed | The Work Hurry Cannot See
I have started looking for fall. This may be slightly premature. The calendar says September, which apparently is enough for me to begin inspecting the trees as though they are behind schedule. I find myself asking whether there are any yellow leaves yet, whether the mornings are cooler, and whether the light looks different. Surely,… Continue reading
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Ordinary Life, Noticed | While Tomorrow Is Still Becoming
I am beginning to think patience has very little to do with waiting nicely. At least that doesn’t seem to be how it works behind the puddle. Nothing out there appears particularly concerned with my timeline. The baby mallards are growing whether I am ready for them to stop looking like babies or not. The… Continue reading