In Autumn, my dad liked to go for a ride through Blue Hills, near Randolph, MA. We would go “Leaf Peeping”.
“Leaf Peeping”: go for a ride to see the colorful Fall leaves on trees in the area .
We’d take the time to note the landscape of colorful Fall leaves with yellows, reds, oranges and browns.
It was a moment to be present and see what there was to see. And enjoy it.
I still like going for such a ride.
To let go of the busy-ness and just be present.
Animals are always instinctively present .
Us humans can have a hard time being present sometimes. Our minds and thoughts so busy.
Yet if we slow down for a time, we can relax and find joy.
Whether it’s when I take a walk outside to hear and see birds.
Or spend a minute or two with our rabbit. He enjoys a nice head rub.
Or when I let our bearded dragon rest on my shoulder as he looks out the window. He always looks like he guarding his home.
It’s therapeutic.
Namaste,
LG
“Sleeping Fox” Pastel available in prints
Art News
“The Horse Gift“
Several artists in the Equine Art Guild were a part of this unique tribute to the horse. Click on the image above to read all about it and the artists who participated in it’s creation, as well as see where it will be coming to a location near you in the coming year!
Soldier Portraits
Darla Dixon organized a group of artists who will create no-charge compassionate portraits for the families who have lost a loved one in Operation Iraqi Freedom/Operation Enduring Freedom. We are looking for artists to join our efforts, and also for non-artists who will help spread the word about this free service and token of our gratitude to families who have sacrificed so much.”
For more information, contact Darla (darla@darladixon.com) or visit SoldierPortraits.org.
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