I wish I could capture this moment like amber captures an insect. Forever, and forever on brilliant display. The moment has very little to do with building a house. I am sitting next to sheeawahna creek out in our backyard. Thor, a trusted friend of twelve years, is at my feet with his head resting against my thigh, eyes peering at my face, piercing my eyes, he looks for verification of my friendship to him, comforts me and shares with me the sunset. I hope I convey to him with my acknowledgments that the feeling is mutual:)
The night reminds me of the cover of the Eagles album "Hotel California" the sun has set and backlights the clouds, colors only mother nature could conceive, paint the sky. Palm trees on a neighbors property frame the view over the lagoon and ocean, as I sit on my chair near the waterfall, in the backyard of Heron's House. Don Henley would most certainly approve.
I have a hard time believing this is ours. I am so thankful and blessed to be here, on the laptop sharing my thoughts with you. It is a dream come true, and construction of our home has not even begun. Tonight and many times like tonight, verify my core belief that the land, the environment, is an equal partner to the built environment that is yet to come.
Another reason is present in my heart for the special moment. Just as the Heron flies with her mate looking for a high perch to nest, so too fly I.
In a few days I marry a wonderful person, a great mom, and a lover. We will walk together through life, fly together always. I love you Julie.
Heron's House is about a couple, Julie and I. It is about our families, both close and extended. It is about sharing, walking hand in hand, friendship with open arms, and living life with senses wide open, full throttle, receiving what life puts before you.
Amazing.
Inspiring.
In awe of creation.
happiness:)
"It's enough, to make kings and vagabonds believe the very best" Sir Elton.
So the light of the day fades, beautiful most certainly, but practically speaking, I can't see the keyboard anymore!
:) Peder