Variations on a Fallen Leaf

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“Autumn teaches us the beauty of letting go.  

Growth requires release—it is what trees do.”

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Autumn is one of my favorite times of the year!  All the trees are transformed.  Walking in nature is a joy as I observe the vibrant colors of the trees—flaming reds, brilliant yellows, rich browns, and shimmering oranges.  A riot of color!  A time of transition.  Soon all the leaves will disappear but knowing that it is only for a short time, I am comforted because after the trees rest over the winter, they will once again burst forth and begin the cycle of renewal. Shedding the old or what no longer serves its purpose, makes way for the new.  The seasonal cycle gives us the model for thriving.

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Some seasons are meant for growth and abundance, while others are meant for rest and resetting—Unknown

 

As we enter this season of transition, I hope that you will take time to slow down, evaluate your priorities, and if necessary, make a few changes.  What serves and what does not serve your growth and well-being?

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Without change something sleeps inside us, and seldom awakens.  

The sleeper must awaken—Frank Herbert, Dune

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When you wake up, I hope that you will remember your dreams of a different way of being in this world. Perhaps you will be inspired to do something you never imagined possible.  Something that will bring a bit of healing to self and our troubled world.

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Every great dream begins with a dreamer.  Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars, to change the world—Harriet Tubman

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During this fall season, I wish you vibrantly colorful dreams of a more peaceful environment,

and the wherewithal to make them a reality!

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