Simplicity. This word kept coming to mind all week. It is defined as:
Easy to understand or do
Freedom from complexity, intricacy
Sincerity, naturalness
Why this word? With the intensity of spring’s vibrancy and a nudging to accelerate my goals, mirroring my garden’s growth, is this an attempt to make me feel small? We all strive for a simpler life, mention it in conversation, but we just keep adding more to our schedules, pushing ourselves forward. It seems so contrary.
Sometimes a tiny incremental shift is all we need to realize simplicity.
Want to experience simplicity? Take a walk. Today I felt the pressure of work projects, home upkeeps, writing this blog – overload. So, what did I do? Got out the leashes and took myself and the dogs for a long walk. The feel of the warm breeze, the scent of blooming roses, the stillness and comfort of a familiar neighborhood and the sound of quiet – only the click of canine nails on the pavement. My mind releases and stalls in the present moment.
When I return, I realize that I have put the pressures on myself and that I ultimately control them. During my mindful or mindless walk, my sub-conscious brain has decided what pressures to let go. I just don’t realize it until I plug back in at home. Suddenly the world feels lighter and simplicity is captured.
…….Be Simplicity Itself….
Ciao and love for now,
Mary
Mary, thanks for putting things in perspective as I take on the day. Love the butterfly message!
Simply beautiful… I truly needed this reminder today. Many thanks.
This is the most wonderful blog ever. So happy I found it during the #Challenge. Love the writing, the photographs, the offering of the day. Spending time just now scrolling back and reading as filled my cup for today. Life is not always simple, but it is rich and interesting when you discover new people and ideas. Thanks!
The challenges of the past year have kept me spinning. The butterfly quote and your reminder to”keep it simple” are the order of the day. Thank you!
Thanks to you for your inspiration, always!
Thanks Eva! I love how butterflies dance to the music of nature and are such free spirits. They embody simplicity!
I think you are a role model for simplicity. You just need to realize it! XO
I so appreciate your comments Stepheny. They fuel my spirit for further inspiration. Your garden writing makes me feel as if I have been transported into this lovely world of color and beauty. Thank you for that!
Lovely! Very inspiring! And a great reminder, that “we truly are in charge” See you soon! Plan to be there in early July!
We go through life adding more and more responsibility to our backpack until we can no longer stand up straight. Knowing when to drop that backpack – if for only a few hours – it helps, That is what I enjoyed when I would drive down to Laguna Beach- I would drop the backpack – and enjoy the simplicity and strength of the ocean and waves. The air and salt of the mist would regenerate me………….. Thanks Mary!!! luv to you and Mom.
Well said Jane! I’m looking forward to our visit very soon!!
Beautifully written. Beautifully conceived. I’m taking a deep breathe right now and thanking the Lord for life’s simple pleasures. The colors marbling the sky, the smell of a jasmine hedge, the voice of a friend. Thanks, Mary!
Simple, elegant and timeless. Great use of your photos to emphasize your written words.
Bellisimo! Jill
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This one is even better!
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Merci Robyn. You too are so eloquent in your words! We have a lot to be grateful for, oui? Hold the thought…
So glad you enjoyed my ideas Jill. Simplicity and time seem to be my current focus and words that light my path these days. Grazie and love to you.
Another wonderful visual treat. I was in Italy recently, but not in the Tuscany area which, according to your writings, is a MUST do. Thanks for including me in these virtual journeys (for me), reality for you.
Love,
Janet
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