Sweetness In Friendship

It is a gorgeous September morning causing one to recall past languorous summer days. Birds noisily flutter in and out of the old apple tree as a gentle breeze appears intermittently.

I have come to paint in my best friend’s backyard while she is traveling. Like the apple tree our friendship has matured over the years. Its weathered the storms of life and always bears fruit. No matter what the circumstances our friendship is unconditional. As the years march on a sweetness is gently sprinkled over our friendship as we realize how fragile life can be.

I giggle at the anticipation of her arrival  home.  A special gift will be bestowed to a very special friend for her 60^th birthday. A smile spreads softly, as I think of the years we have ahead to nurture a friendship that only years of acceptance could create.

Debbie Lamey-MacDonald

Riverton, Nova Scotia

“Sweetness In Friendship” was a special gift for a dear friend. It was painted in her backyard while she was away traveling.  It was a gorgeous day in September, where I was transported into the tranquility of nature. Like a small seed in nature,  true friendship occurs and blossoms over time if attended with loving care.

Wishing you many happy moments with new and old friends in 2010!

Plant a seed of friendship; reap a bouquet of happiness. –Lois L. Kaufman

Seasonal Journey

Spring is upon us and has brought a renewal of life.  Nature adorns her space with an abundance of blooms, lime greens and reddish umbers.  The air is crisp as I nestle down beside a low lying tree limb.  Before me is a treasure to behold. Fresh blossoms rejoice in spring’s return with intricate layers of whites and pinks.  They join each other in groups and happily scatter themselves amongst leaves and limbs.

Their allure is unmistakable as their grandness beckons one to move closer to experience their beauty more intimately.  Their journey has just begun as they prepare to bear fruit and present their offerings to the world.

Debbie Lamey-MacDonald

Plymouth, Nova Scotia

A couple of  weekends ago, I was lured into my backyard by beautiful apple blossoms bursting into bloom. Every spring they entice me to admire their birth. When life is too busy it is easy to miss the best part of their presentation! Their blooms are fleeting and one must be fully conscious in order to witness their full drama!

I was especially glad that I had visited our apple trees when I did. This past weekend their beauty was wilting. Blossoms had made their debut and nature was moving onward to its next stage.

Being fully present in a moment is not always an easy task. However, when accomplished, living in a moment in time can bring about much peace and harmony. Wishing you small present moments this joyous Spring!