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Balancing

This summer was unusually hot and dry for Central Texas.  The wild grasses around my house turned brown and died.  We were on water rationing, so even the flower beds barely survived.

About a month ago, the weather cooled off and we got some much needed rain. It was joyous.

Now the once dead grasses are thigh-high in spots and the weed eater is no match for them.

It is so interesting to me how the earth renews herself.  I was certain that I would only have dust and dirt around the house, and now you can't really even see the ground because of all the overgrown grass.

It has restored my faith in nature - that the earth can heal itself even without my interference. 

Don't get me wrong, I am not saying that the earth will repair years of over harvesting, dumping waste, landfills overflowing with plastics and toxic chemicals.  We have to actively work to preserve the earth and air, It worries me greatly to hear of ice caps melting, etc.

But what has come to my consciousness is that my wanting to water the native grasses did not bring them back - only soaking rains and cooler weather allowed the grasses to turn green again.

it reminds me that there are powerful forces at work - and I can help or hinder them - but it will benefit me to pay attention to them.

It is worth noticing the beauty that surrounds us in every season.

Cynthia

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