Are You Listening?

I am sitting here at my computer looking out the window at my beautiful view of blue sky, drifting white clouds, and watching the light breeze move the branches on the mass of green trees that I am fortunate to have surrounding me.

I am also aware of the many sounds that are happening. A variety of birds singing, hum of nearby traffic, the rustle of the leaves in the trees, wind chimes on my balcony, the sound of the typing on the keyboard, a plane flying over, the laughter of a neighbour.

I am aware. My breathing slows down. I feel relaxed. I am listening from my heart as it whispers to me, ‘slow down, just be’. Life is good in the present moment.

Are you listening?