The Joy of Life!

Life. A gift. An amazing opportunity to be alive, enjoying the beauty and circumstances that flow from all that surrounds. A chance to serve. laugh. give. receive. impact. Living in the present. Trusting and being filled with peace. TRUE peace from within. Past events and memories not to consume. Future and forbearing left to be discovered as they melt into the present. Thankfulness for this moment.

Sunday, September 02, 2012

Nepal makes me smile


There’s a dance of sounds outside my window creating a beat that matches my thoughts.  Starting off with a rooster crow and adding in the barking, a jagged melody is formed.  Yet the occasional dog howl and cooing of pigeons smoothes the beat.  Then comes the solo of a low pitched bell followed by the onset of clanging breakfast metal and the foreign shout of morning greetings.   Sounds of motor vehicles are added to mix.  It’s an exciting, various melody with so many parts…just like my thoughts…and it draws me outside. 

I can’t help but look at the reality that surrounds me.  Foothills surrounding in the hazy background with colorful high rises all around.  It's a look I can't describe, and time easily slips while gazing at the scenery.  Like looking at a "Where's Waldo" page from a book, there's a plethora to absorb.  Amongst the tall homes, there’s also a row of little brick shacks.  Actually the courtyard is easily seen from the balcony.  Several people already fill the land, getting ready for the day.  I don't understand a word, but my heart goes out to them.  Cleaning up, they shower by getting water from a bucket drawn well.  Their houses look the size of my bedroom and I believe they all share one toilet area.  Why am I so wealthy and blessed? 

Thoughts and emotions have been all over these last few days, but the feelings are on a range of happy.  Nepal has been an amazing place so far, and I have been incredibly blessed with kindness.  I'm thankful to be apart of this world over here.  Can't help but smile.

5 Comments:

  • At 2:17 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Thanks for the update!! It's neat to hear your impressions of a new country. I love Asia!

    Love,
    Steph

     
  • At 8:47 AM, Anonymous Aunt Jo said…

    Wow--love your descriptions, Susan.
    We miss you already, but I'm so glad to know that you made it safe and are starting to settle in. Keep those updates coming!

    Love,
    Aunt Jo

     
  • At 10:02 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Hi Susan,
    That is awesome that you are taking the time to take it all in and share a bit of what you are experiencing with us back home! We will miss you today at our labor day picnic, yet your input into this day will certainly be a part of our conversations!
    Love,
    Mom

     
  • At 1:38 PM, Blogger Jeremy Cearbaugh said…

    Susan,

    Your a great writer! You should post blogs more often :)

    Jeremy

     
  • At 10:54 AM, Blogger redannie5 and her sister said…

    Thanks for your nice compliments and for reading my blog. =0) I'm so thankful and blessed to have all of you as part of my family!

     

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