A new year begins
"Cultivate astonishment.
And then write about it."
~Mary Oliver
In answer to the question,
"How does one become a poet?"
Heard at a 2006 reading in Minneapolis.
. . . . . . .
And may you also cultivate tranquility, within and around, during the coming year.
Blessings,
Comments
"Cultivate Astonishment..."
Tranquility is blissful too.
Happy New Year.
Love Renee xoxoxo
Love you Kathleen. Happy New Year!
Happy New Year.
Astonishment. Yes!
Lovely words, and even greater inspiration.
It's a bit like that thing of looking at things/people as though it's the first or the last time you'll meet them.
Beautiful image of a rose, Kathleen, it's my favourite flower.
Thanks for the lovely thoughts for the start of 2010.
And the rose is a good symbol of tranquility. Those who can remain tranquil through difficult times (without drugs) may be in on the secret of happiness.