Lately, the world seems to have fallen to new depths of misery. I’m sure ten examples have just popped into your mind. Into this awareness, I want to insert illustrations of the fact that at the same time, the world is more awesome than we can imagine. You’re having an experience that is very pleasant; you’re smiling; you’re happy. Suddenly, something happens that kicks it into another level. For example, my brother’s wedding reception. It takes place at the Winchester Mystery House, which is already very interesting and fun. Then, the Hora Loca begins to play and a new element is introduced….
We were not expecting that! Or that my 80-year old mother would join her on the dance floor. Here’s another…
I was working 5 different part-time jobs when I was offered a job as the Administrative Assistant at a conservation foundation. That meant that I would work in a farmhouse with just one other employee (the Executive Director) and help protect the natural environment. I took my camera to the top of one of the hills on our lands. It was the first day of June last year. The weather was perfect. The vistas were lush. And I was getting paid. Then, this swallowtail came by to welcome me.
scillagrace 
Good for your mom (although I hope she had more on than this lovely dancer.) 🙂 Beautiful butterfly shot.
janet
Oh, Mom had on quite a bit more! Vintage lace blouse, suit jacket, and long skirt…and her dancing shoes.
I bet she looked great!
Oh yes, we need this right now. Love women like your Mom. How fun! What a great place for a reception.
The wedding ceremony was there as well. Victorian and quirky!
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There’s nothing like a surfeit of delights.
Good to see, better to join in with the fun. What a great family time!
You’ve been blissed in this new job? M
“Blissed” is a good word – following my bliss, not that my job is “bliss” – it’s work and details and learning, but it’s also animate engagement in the conversation about how we live on this planet without wrecking it!
Good on you, Scilla!
Both events sound marvelous! The position clearly fits you, and seems to be a blessing. Yes, there is much to treasure! Anyway, I am glad for you.
Thanks, Michael. I want to spend what’s left of my life energy on something I care about. Getting a good ratio of that is difficult sometimes. Lots of distractions and obligations try to derail me.