It's the little things that help

"Yellow Apple"
6" x 6" acrylic and paper on canvas

The above painting was almost finished before Abby passed. I put the final touches on it this week.

There seems to be a lot of sad hearts out there right now. With the heaviness of the world lately...I thought I would post a sweet, simple poem that always makes me feel better. It's from a beautiful book by Joyce Rupp and Barbara Loomis called, "Rest Your Dreams on a Little Twig". My yoga teacher used to read these to us after class.

It's also another way for me to say thank you to all of you who have helped me deal with the loss of my sweet girl, Abby. Take care today.

The loveliness
of a single flower
in radient bloom
can sing
my drooping spirit
into joy

The loveliness
of a single person
with a listening gaze
can sing
my heavy heart
back into life.

I've come across
both kinds
in my time of need

and both
have brought me hope.