Eyes to See, Ears to Hear

 The magic which is all around is merely the reality I hadn’t noticed before.

I try to exercise active noticing. What brings me peace? What is comforting? Hearty warm soup on a cold, rainy day is magic to my taste buds. Beautiful music which stirs my soul is magic to my ears. The lovely aroma of fresh lavender is magic to my nose. Running my fingers through a thick, velvety cloth is magic to my touch. Candlelight in a dark room, or looking at a beautiful view, is magic to eyes. The comfort of a friend’s hug is magic to my body.

Developing discernment is equally important: I would suffer if I ate spoiled food, or listened to harsh, heavy metal music. I would cringe at the odor of decay, and I would invite physical pain if I were to run through a thorn bush. Too much light hurts my eyes, and trusting a killer could be tragic.

To notice the Light, I must acknowledge and recognize the darkness; those things which threaten my peace. When I spend too much time in negative thoughts, I am actively choosing to miss the magic which is all around me. I am shutting myself off from Joy.

Maintaining a sense of gratitude is being open to the good, the beautiful, the everyday magic I encounter. It is using all my senses to revel in the Sunlight of the Spirit.