mother nature

The wind blows the rain sideways against the windows. It sounds like the ocean outside, rain coming in waves. Everything becomes art through the blur of water. We focus on this instead of the fear. He asks a lot of questions about floods, he knows the story of his name: the river that flooded our house not once but twice during my pregnancy. He knows we are often at the mercy of mother nature.

We speak, instead, of the beauty around us. We share stories, we discuss the safety of our home. Instead of dismissing the worry, we speak directly and kindly about truths. During storms, we are humbled by nature. Her strength keeps us bundled up inside.

Slowly, ever so slowly, the outside world disappears. School is cancelled, electricity flickers. Things that truly matter come to the front of our minds. We have each other. We have a roof to keep us dry. We have popcorn by the woodstove. 

We on the East Coast are weathering this storm. We wish you well and carry you in our thoughts. Today, share with us your weather reports and let us know how you're doing out there!

Comments

[corinnaho]

Wonderful words, thinking of you these days!

[Kathryn Dyche Dechairo]

Thinking of everyone affected by Sandy. Here in Ohio we've had strong winds and rain and snow is coming down today. Feel extremely lucky to have heating and electricity. Stay safe everyone, hugs xoxox

[Corinna]

Thinking of you and mainemomma and all our friends on the east coast today. Glad you have a woodstove and a good roof.

[Sandee]

Glad to hear you're safe. Hope everyone else is, as well.

[Limner]

We feel you here in Texas. We are with you. We pray. Be well and safe.

[L. McG.-E.]

Sending you the best of wishes that you have come out the other side of the storm unhurt.