The autumn foliage this year in the DMV has made quite the statement. Maybe it's my imagination, but the colors seem to be singing some glorious tunes, and warming some world-weary hearts. The deep reds, golden yellows, and vibrant oranges are harmonizing with a message of resilience, hope, and persistent joy, unapologetic with proclamations of natural beauty as bright as ever.
As we show up for Thanksgiving holidays, for each other and for ourselves, let's quietly practice a similar version of tree pose along with our deciduous earth-mates. Bearing with wisdom all that we've seen over the year, standing tall with our full and colorful and entirely unique selves, we can give thanks for all the goodness, and we can give thanks for the qualities of compassion, equanimity, and strength that allow us to meet the rest of it with honest grace.
Happy Thanksgiving from Annie & Amir on behalf of the entire staff and teachers at Sun & Moon!