(not necessarily in that order)
My walk had to happen later than ever today. It was early evening, but already full dark.
Still beautiful, though.
I simply walked laps around the Rajarsi Park circle, so I didn’t have to worry about tripping over anything in the low visibility. That way I also didn’t worry (too much) about running into nocturnal critters. 😄
But look how bright that star is in the night sky (I think it must be Jupiter)!
As I was walking through the meadow above Rajarsi Park this morning, looking at the buildings where I get to work every day, I was struck yet again by the incredible beauty of where I live.
I breathed in the perfectly clear and crisp October day with the sun shining, the autumn foliage standing out in the distance, and the palpable sense of peace and serenity permeating the scene.
Then I stopped and took a quick photo to try and capture the moment.
Two thoughts alternated in my mind as I walked on. First I found myself thinking about how fortunate I am to live in such a unique place. Beautiful, peaceful, knowing everyone, surrounded by spirituality.
But then I remembered that — even though it’s something to be constantly grateful for — living in the “perfect place” is not really the point.
Self-realization is the point. Knowing my oneness with God and all that is, that’s the point. In the meantime, I try to remember that this life which seems so real to me is God’s dream.
Yes, I’m living a beautiful manifestation of God’s dream compared to many other people on the planet, but still…the ultimate goal is to awaken from the dream into the pure light and love of God.