Heartbeat of Gaia

Sleep was not in my favor last night, making the night very restless. So needless to say, I woke a bit moody this morning. I’m used to not sleeping, so I’m not sure why this morning was so adversely affected. Maybe it’s because my baby finches finally flew the coop, or maybe because I've once again extended myself too much. Whatever the case, I shrugged it off and went to work without doing my morning T'ai Chi or meditation. 

I started feeling a little sleepy after a couple of hours staring at computer code, so I walked to Starbucks for a pick me up. On the way back, I stopped to sit quietly by the pond for a moment. 

While I focused on my breath and losing myself in the void of my mind, I heard tap tap tap. I wondered who was knocking and wanted in. I opened my eyes to the persistent tapping and smiled. The Woodpecker peered at me with acknowledgement before she began drumming the tree again. 

I closed my eyes and listened to the ever so lightly heartbeat of Mother Nature. I was being drawn back within her womb of comfort. With each beat, my breathing became deeper and slower, while my heart beat aligned with the not so distant drumming. I didn't want to leave, but work called. I thanked Woodpecker and walked back to my office.

Opportunity knocked, and I'm glad I answered; grateful for Woodpecker appearing and helping me regain my natural rhythm and attaining peace once again.

Namaste,