Tuesday
Aug212007
a cocoon
a cocoon of quiet and truth. this is what i find in moments in the shower. i soak up the quiet as i lean my forehead against the cool wall and give myself permission to open my mind to whatever i need to think about, dream about, hope for. i give myself permission to breathe as the water cascades down my body. i give myself permission to seek answers in the quiet.
when i step from the shower, some days i remember to will the cocoon to stay with me. some days i remember to hold on to what i have sought, what i have learned.
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carla has started a project called my sacred life; she is posting a picture a day with the idea being "to creatively connect with the holiness of everyday life." she has invited folks to join her in this idea, and i decided i would accept that invitation, knowing i might not post everyday but that i will enjoy trying as i seek the sacred in my life.
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my sacred life, take a breath
my sacred life, take a breath
Reader Comments (9)
I love the shower picture. That is the one place where I feel safe, alone, utterly calm. The water pouring - thank you for this post which really made me think.
Lovely self-portrait, Liz. I love the shower too, but had never thought of it as a cocoon until now. Thank you.
This is not only a comment on this post, but all that I saw here... you have such a wonderful eye... for balance and colour, and beauty. And how could I resist not making a root beer float after I read what you wrote in your sidebar?
I had a wonderful visit here! Thank you :-)
my dearest liz... i miss our letters so very much. I long for a quiet talk and a warm cup of tea with you.
xoxo!
Hmmm, yes. It feels tihs way for me, too. My favorite is with the lights out, in thedark. Just letting the water block out sounds, and colors, smelling the good smells... It feels safe and as calming as a glass of wine. You shoudl try it. ;)
:)
whoops!(kory) that is me.
:) Amber
What a great post. I clear my mind in so many ways while in the shower.
After reading this I decided to participate in 'my sacred life' too.
I too find zena moon to be inspiring as you are.Thanks for inspiring me today.
I love the image of the cocoon, as I too love the peace of my bathroom and the way that my thoughts can either become clearer or just be allowed to drift off.
Beautiful Liz.xoxox