As these last days of summer dawn later and later, first light is just now happening. All my practices in the darkest hours lead me to gratitude for another day of life, service, and evolution. Gorgeous weather will draw me out for a walk, thankful that I have a flexible schedule with which to align with the forces of nature.
Colors start to appear now, as the night recedes. Pink bougainvillea on our deck contrast with the deep green ferns as the red maple tree begins to share its true colors, leaf by leaf. Morning practice allows me to witness this slow, quiet spectacle and join with it.
What do you do first thing? Can you allow yourself a moment of gratitude for simply being awake and alive? Ki to Happiness gives each morning to the One in nature, the One in light, the One in All.