Embracing Beauty

During a walking meditation at Esalen Institute Gardens, I saw this wonderful California poppy that attracting pollinators such as butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds eager to partake in its nectar and pollen.  Its color captured my eye and I paused to admire its beauty and strength.  As I pressed the shutter button, it dawned on me that I could capture this unique flora and use it to focus my heart and mind on the simplicity of life.

 

Giving life to others can be as simple as feeding a butterfly or another human being.