Sunrise is often a stunning show here where I live in the foothills. I revel in the peaceful beginning to whatever the day may bring and often my thoughts turn to gratitude.

Gratitude for another day of opportunities to more closely approximate the person I wish to be. Gratitude for eyes to behold the beauty that surrounds me in every moment. Gratitude for family, friends and community who offer me countless opportunities to serve and care for others in the highest possible ways. Gratitude for so much more than can ever be fully expressed. But let me touch the surface ~ In this moment I am grateful for:

• Swirling sky colours

• Soft kitty fur

• Sweet music

• Soup on a winter’s day

• Soaring flocks of black birds against a brilliant blue sky

• Solitude

• Silence