thursday thought

"Good teaching isn't filling

a bottle,

it's lighting a fire."

I found this while perusing the Etsy site

under the maple tree.

It was mounted on an original

archival print

with a wise old owl.

Pause.

To which I add...

amen.

Today I will

keep that thought

front and center...

as I gently wake the boys from

their long winter

slumber.

I have often felt

our home

closely resembles the children's story...

The Napping House.

Three are sleeping above.

Two dogs and a James,

buried under blankets

for warmth and a few extra zzz's.

light a fire.

Encourage a yoga session.

Stretch the body.

Stretch the mind.

That's my motto.

Oh,

and...

breathe.

gather kindling.

Since I decided to join

a whole foods on-line workshop...

(which starts in February)

I've noticed my choices

have been healthier.

I'm dipping my big toe into

the idea of it.

Since mom is...

the whole family benefits.

Thinking fresh and simple.

strike a match.

Healthy bodies...healthy minds.

Avocados ready to become

guacamole...

lunch is set.

Thankful for blueberries

in January...

oatmeal never tasted so good.

blow gently on burning embers.

Thinking outside of yourself.

There is a whole world

of need.

Even the birds of winter

need to be remembered.

Add filling the feeders to our list.

add more fuel.

Get plenty of fresh air...

and don't forget to

say your prayers.

tend the roaring fire!