to be able to bottle the feeling, or weave it into the softest fabric, could make one
a very wealthy soul...
this feeling of Home.. home...
the floor plan you know with your eyes closed that comes in handy
when the power goes out on a stormy December evening...
it's that one floorboard you know to miss so as to not wake the household with it's
thunderous creak and you tread it's length...
it's the sound of the crackle in the fireplace, the shimmering reflection
catapulted onto the ceiling, dancing shadow and sparkle...
it's that lingering last note of perfume or cologne that quickens
the heartbeat as you remember the wearers visit...
it's the comfort of walls and shelter that cradle your body, mind and spirit,
especially when the world outside is sharpening her claws
for her next onslaught of life...
it's the comfort and safety when the last thing you feel like doing,
is facing another day alone...
more than just a collection of things and stacks of stuff,
it's a haven, a harbour, a sanctuary...
it holds the gatherings, the stillness, the dreams and hopes,
and fits like an old worn pair of shoes...
space to be who you are, in the best circumstances, with no judgements,
authentic and present You...
so elemental in essence, sheltering and safe,
an essential blend of who and what and where I want to be...
what it feels like, that intangible almost indescribable shangri-la,
all encompassing spirit fulfilling
place to be comforted and peaceful and blessed...
feels like home... feels like the sweetest symphony,
treasured like the most exquisite pearl...
feels like home...
Hey Ry....visiting ur place after long.. and it always feels to be back here every time:) there is this calmness in ur posts which is very gripping..and then I remember D.W. Winnicott's book which is titled "Home is where we start from" and of course long to come back as well....there is this solace and shelter that only our home can give. It doesnt matters if its big or small...what matters is that it is "our" home after all:) thnks for posting such gorgeous pictures. How u doing? Its been long since u visited my place...? Do come over:)
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