Plodding

I wanted to write something profound and moving and deep today. But there's nothing there. It's the kind of day when life just basically plods on, and that never makes for exciting blogging.

Yet there are snatches of great moments sprinkled liberally throughout the day already. Those never-ending stars, only slightly blurred by high clouds on my early-morning walk. Owls perched and peering in gum trees, friendly dogs that wiggle all over to see you - though you're just an acquaintance and not their Person. A fresh breeze against well-worked muscles - you're alive! Big hug from the boy - you're loved! A job to come to, a heater to warm frozen fingers and toes, access to a computer and internet and email that connects me with friends and family instantly across the world.

If you stop and think about it, those things actually ARE profound and deep and moving. They're taken for granted, but they're more than millions have.

Sometimes it's good to sit still and consider one's blessings. Stop the rushing, the multi-tasking, the constant pushing on to the next task, and just take time to notice red-streaked sunrise clouds, weaver birds dropping in for breakfast, shelter and food and all those things that we assume will just "be there" permanently.

Nothing deep or moving or profound today (yet). Just counting myself lucky and blessed.