I do not go the forest to be alone. I go to be with the ones who speak without human words. — Flying Edna, April 22, 2024

— Opening reading chosen and read by Nancy L.

Everywhere nature spoke without words – look at me– I am beauty, I am joy, I am peace, I am music. — Photos and reflection by Bonnie L.

What spoke to me today:

[Silence]

[HmmmmMMMMMMMmmmmmmmmmmmmmMMMMMMmmmmmmmmmmmmm]

(I first hear, then see, a large patch of ground nesting bees whirring just beyond my feet.)

[Silence]

[Gratitude]

— Photos and reflection by Amy W.

Flora shouts glory

Perfection in this moment

Deep gratitude.

— Photos and reflection by Nancy L.

We had a feathered friend join us for our tea and cookie reflection time! He brought us great joy and much laughter!

— Photo by Amy W.