I loved reading this and resonated with it deeply. Over the last three months I’ve found myself getting incredibly excited each time I spotted the moon on my evening commute. We have very clear skies where I live which made me realize ive always been in areas with a lot of light pollution AND how many folks have become numb to their surroundings. For example, when telling people how cool the moon looked, I’ve been met with blank stares or curious looks. Rather than let it discourage me, I now try to lookout for the moon when I am driving or outside walking. It makes me feel more connected to the universe, even for a moment.
THE MOON IS SO FREAKING COOL. I love that you're noticing it and sharing it with others, even if their reactions aren’t always what you’d hope for. Who knows—maybe your enthusiasm planted a seed for them. It might take hours or even days, but perhaps the next time they see the moon, they’ll pause and remember what you said.
I've spent the last many walks through the woods of Waterville Valley saying goodbye. We're selling our place after 30+ years. As I walk, I've been saying goodbye to the woods in winter, the sound of the stream rushing over the snow-covered rocks and the wild happiness of Tessa as she races off leash. I thought I would be sad but this process of saying goodbye seems more like loving the moment.
What a beautiful way to honor the end of an era. There’s something sacred about saying goodbye with presence—it turns grief into gratitude. Thank you for sharing this moment.
I loved reading this and resonated with it deeply. Over the last three months I’ve found myself getting incredibly excited each time I spotted the moon on my evening commute. We have very clear skies where I live which made me realize ive always been in areas with a lot of light pollution AND how many folks have become numb to their surroundings. For example, when telling people how cool the moon looked, I’ve been met with blank stares or curious looks. Rather than let it discourage me, I now try to lookout for the moon when I am driving or outside walking. It makes me feel more connected to the universe, even for a moment.
THE MOON IS SO FREAKING COOL. I love that you're noticing it and sharing it with others, even if their reactions aren’t always what you’d hope for. Who knows—maybe your enthusiasm planted a seed for them. It might take hours or even days, but perhaps the next time they see the moon, they’ll pause and remember what you said.
I've spent the last many walks through the woods of Waterville Valley saying goodbye. We're selling our place after 30+ years. As I walk, I've been saying goodbye to the woods in winter, the sound of the stream rushing over the snow-covered rocks and the wild happiness of Tessa as she races off leash. I thought I would be sad but this process of saying goodbye seems more like loving the moment.
What a beautiful way to honor the end of an era. There’s something sacred about saying goodbye with presence—it turns grief into gratitude. Thank you for sharing this moment.
Thank you for recommending this meditation from Sam Harris. I LOVE IT
I found it through his app, "Waking Up." You should check it out!