Reflecting on May

by Linda

It has become important to me to try to capture a little of the magic I find around me. I do not keep a written journal so taking pictures has become my way to record my place. This is where I was, this is what I saw, this was important to me and this is me, that is what makes me click. Moments I don't want to forget. Looking back at these moments is wonderful. Even taking a peek at what was happening, (or growing or blooming!) a year ago is amazing because sometimes it is something I have already forgotten and the picture will stir a sweet memory!

This month's Focus on Inspiration is flowers. I think this is a wonderful way to capture this glorious month!

There is something magical about May. I love how it ushers in the new season. Everything has sprouted back, leafed out and bloomed. The tender, new leaves on the trees are the most beautiful shade of green. As a child I often wondered about the crayon in the box called "spring green". Now I know! But that crayon can't do justice to the beauty of nature!

I look forward to morning walks in May. This month I woke up early to catch a glimpse of the rising sun and the show that goes along with that.  I saw the dreamy, golden light that appears just after the sun breaks the horizon. I could smell the sweet scent of Confederate Star Jasmine and Magnolia. 

I heard the songs of the birds and watched them as they scurry about looking for food for their tiny offspring squawking loudly in the nest. I saw a roadrunner stop, look, run as I pass. I spied a bunny sitting frozen as he watched me walk by, hoping I won't notice him. There were turtles swimming in the pond and sunning themselves along the edges of the pond.

I felt the warm breezes blowing through my hair and against my skin as I walked. And even though my path is much the same as it has been for many years, I discovered new things along the way. Sometimes I will see something and wonder how I could have missed it before! It's always a surprise and amazing!

And I saw the first blooms from my day lilies. These simple flowers make me so happy.

So much happens in May! A new season! Proms and graduations! New growth! Flowers! Backyard barbecues! Bare feet! Vacations?!

Yes, May is a good month, full of hope and promise.

How was your May?


"Give me odorous at sunrise a garden of beautiful flowers where I can walk undisturbed."
~Walt Whitman