Listen and Breathe Today

A leaf fluttered in through the window this morning, as if supported by the rays of the sun, a bird settled on the fire escape, joy in the task of coffee, joy accompanied me as I walked. Anais Din

Mmm...today is a morning to curl up with a good book, sitting snuggled in blankets by the window, as the snow falls slowly down. A croissant in hand and a cup of tea to warm my tingling fingers; a sense of peace filtering around me.

Sometimes morning's just feel that way, don't they? As if all you wanted to do was relaaax and be at peace. The world can hold for a moment--as long as we can simply sit and breathe.

Ever close your eyes
Ever stop and listen
Ever feel alive
And you've nothing missing
You don't need a reason
Let the day go on and on

Let the rain fall down
Everywhere around you
Give into it now
Let the day surround you
You don't need a reason
Let the rain go on and on

What a day
What a day to take to
What a way
What a way
To make it through
What a day
What a day to take to
A wild child

Only take the time
From the helter skelter
Every day you find
Everything's in kilter
You don't need a reason
Let the day go on and on


Every summer sun
Every winter evening
Every spring to come
Every autumn leaving
You don't need a reason
Let it all go on and on

What a day
What a day to take to
What a way
What a way
To make it through
What a day
What a day to take to
A wild child 
Wild Child by Enya

(Have I mentioned that I love Enya?)

Do you ever take time out of your life to just breathe and enjoy the day? Moments of prolific tranquility? Even seconds of time where you feel at utter peace...

Every day is a gift from God, and this is not to say that you shouldn't be productive, but there are times when you need to just stop, listen and breathe.

Take some time out of your day today to relax and enjoy it--you'll never have a day quite like it. Curl up with a book, snuggle in a blanket or just simply stare out your window, relaxing. Whatever puts you at peace, do it.

Breathe, my friends.