Sunday, July 24, 2011

Unfurl


This tightly wound tea, when given the right conditions, unfurls.  It stretches and dances.  It becomes its best. Its essence is extraordinary.
That's how I want to be during my sabbatical. 

I have many fun things planned for the next 10 weeks, including:  family visit, bike camping with the DH, and a tea tour to Asia.  Plus plenty of time for me to sip, savor, stretch and dance, and contemplate how I can tend to my own essence.

9 comments:

Teafan said...

Steph, you are a good writer. Keep it up.

Karen said...

Such a lovely post and photo, Steph. Enjoy your time!

Marilyn Miller said...

What a perfect analogy! I hope there is much sipping and dancing!

Allison said...

Happy sabbatical to you!!

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Rosemary said...

These last three posts, 'unfurl', 'capture the moment', and 'lavender' were so beautifully written and so inspirational ~ thank you for sharing your thoughts and your feelings in such an expressive way. Simply beautiful.
Nancy

Steph said...

Thank you all!

Marlena said...

Oh, Steph, I am really happy for you. A tea trip to Asia, how wonderful. But time, precious time for yourself - I hope it is all wonderful

Angela McRae said...

A 10-week sabbatical, wow! And I'll bet you've earned every precious second of it and will experience it to the fullest. Enjoy!!!