The Bone Structure of The Landscape

The bone structure of the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, January, 2012

This will be the first winter in over 10 years that we haven’t travelled south for a least a short break in the sunshine.  Most years, we’ve been fortunate to have at least a month in the sun and sometimes two. 

This year we’ve decided to stay home for several reasons but the main one is family health concerns.  Interestingly, neither Bob nor I are minding that we’re not at the airport today with suitcases packed and passports in hand (as our original plans would have had us).  I had thought that I might be feeling just a teensy bit pouty…but no, not at all. 

While walking this morning, I was thrilled to see snowdrops popping up through the earth and I’m already checking our own garden for early signs of spring.  I bought a potted pink hyacinth yesterday and I’m looking forward to the heavenly scent of it’s bloom.  These are the little things that I haven’t experienced for 10 years!  I know we have at least two months of winter left but somehow, it feels just fine.  I will miss the family and friends that we usually meet up with in Mexico and all the happy gatherings and walks along the beach, but the hermit side of me has plans for more art time as well as some writing projects.

 

 

I’ve been thinking about stories…people’s stories.  I believe that everyone has a story that needs to be told and needs to be heard.  You  have a story…I have a story.  We all have important things to say and we’ve all had life altering experiences happen to us and come to know "something that is true".  We’ve all learned so much in our lives and have much wisdom to share.  Not sure yet just where this is going or how it will play out but it’s percolating.

And no, unlike Andrew Wyeth, I don’t prefer winter but I’m thoroughly enjoying “the bone structure of the landscape”.  As for not going away for our two months of sunshine, I’m reminded of a quote a friend recently posted on Facebook…we plan and God laughs! 

And now here we are slipping (or sliding?) into February and 2012 marches on.  I hope that January has been a gentle beginning to the year (or maybe even an exhilarating one!) but at the very least, I hope it has somehow touched your heart with the enormous beauty of life.

 

 

 

 

 

Comments

[tanna]

The "we plan and God laughs" could just about sum it up. LOL! Your "bones" are so very lovely. I think your walking everyday is giving you fresh eyes and much joy! I STILL haven't managed to get myself out the door, even though I know how good it is for the soul. I'm happy you are (two weeks of inclimate weather excluded). I am looking forward to seeing what is brewing in your creative whirlpool! blessings ~ Tanna

[Serena]

What an enjoyable post, Kate. I will be interested to experience the rest of your winter through your eyes. The bone structure of your landscape is so beautiful. I do hope the family health concerns aren't too serious...sending healing vibes your way.

Btw, I LOVE your new blog look!!!

Love,
Serena xo

[lauren]

your writing brings me vivid images of British Columbia (though admittedly I've only been in the summer)

[Stephanie]

Well your view of winter is beautiful...you can hold on to warm memories of the past 10 winters in your minds eye. The bones of winter does remind of the images I posted...the landscape of the plains just as beautiful as that of the mountains.

sending you warm thoughts of light and love for your long roads to travel.

x..x
steph