I notice a spider web glistening in the early sun. I realize that some small creature worked all through the night to create this geometric wonder. Work and toil all night and this achievement may not make it through the day, but never discouraged the spider will do it all again tonight, for that is what a spider does. Imagine if you were to create and build, on the proper scale, something of this magnitude. Most would be defeated before they begin.
The sunlight begins to filter through the bamboo leaves. I notice there was a heavy dew last night. I sat studying a drop of dew on a bamboo leaf then something caught my eye. The sunlight striking the dew looked like fireflies twinkling, not in the dark of night, but in the bright morning sun. This display did not last long but I was able to capture it in my mind to enjoy all day long.
I realize not everyone has an opportunity to begin their day like this. Even I do not every day. A new day beginning like this is a gift from God. My gift to you is to share the moment in time with you. My lesson to you is to stop and enjoy a moment such as this and carry it with you all day. Your day will be much better and you will be much happier. That will make everyone around you much happier. Peace makes room for love.
Zen
