Fall
Fall’s energy invites us to let go of the old to make room for the new. And so, during fall, I set my intention to release my ties to Harmony Farm. I had been gradually separating myself, but the commitment to move on required that I sever the ties more completely.
The land let me know that it was ready. One day, while taking my meditative walk, I stopped in surprise for a huge branch blocked my path. I had intended to go up the hill to a ceremonial place – the area where I frequently offered prayers. Knowing that the branch hadn’t been there the day before, I stood for a while and tuned into its message.
The land blocked my path – clearly telling me to stop my daily ritual of walking up the hill. I asked for permission to go there this one last time, to say “farewell.” Sensing that this might be alright, I bent down to see if I could push the branch out of my way. The branch yielded to my touch, I pushed it aside and slowly trod up the hill.
Arriving at the top, I offered a prayer of deep gratitude. Thanking the land for the ways it nurtured us over many years, imparting its teachings and helping us to grow. As I walked down the hill, I felt Harmony Farm release me from its grasp.
Winter
Winter’s energy invites us to retreat within, to dig down deep, to rest, to renew and to dream. So, during winter, I swam in the dark and dreamed big dreams. I dreamt of the family who would answer Harmony Farm’s call.
During winter, Bill and I gradually moved into our apartment at Fox Hill Village. This meant going back and forth between our new home and our old. While I had intended to continue walking along Harmony Farm’s trails, the woods outside my new home beckoned and I began exploring their terrain. I discovered an abandoned trail, put pruning shears to use and began creating a hiking path. My heart expanded to embrace Fox Hill’s land. And as I walked along the trail, I sensed new dreams bubbling beneath frozen earth.
Spring
Seeds germinate during spring – the time of rebirth, reawakening. During spring, seeds sprouted and a lovely young couple answered Harmony Farm’s call. They offered to become its future owners / caretakers.
Spring cleaning ensured, for we needed to finish clearing out stuff we had accumulated during 37 years of living on Harmony Farm.
As with every season, Spring’s polar opposite – Fall – kicked in. We released more and more of the old, while opening to the new.
So glad it worked out and you are enjoying your new place!
You, too, have evolved over time as you moved from one location to the next. I have wonderful memories of when you lived across the street.
Congratulations!
I hope, and trust, that we will stay connected during this next phase of my life.
Dear Lesley,
I drove by Harmony Farm the other day and thought of you and wanted to let you know you will be very missed. You are wonderful! God Bless you
and enjoy your new place.
Love,
Laura
Thank you Laura. I treasure our connection and hope that our paths will intersect again in the future.
Sending full-moon-day blessings your way.