It has taken a few days to get here. Being disconnected from technology for two weeks has been a great blessing. And I find myself wanting to remain longer in the quiet of the country, far from the glare of the tv and computer screen. But my connection to you who read these entries is the point after all. And I gladly embrace my return to this.
My artist in residence at Omega was a deeply moving experience, two full weeks of deeply moving experiences. It is astonishing to realize that one can make such intense connections with others in two short weeks. So much so that you can't imagine not seeing, hearing, and being with them. This was particularly true of my bond with the woman who was essentially my manager but felt more like a light along a path. To learn so easily from another is a sacred lesson. And to be guided without overtones of authority but of shared, mutual interest, integrity and the good of the whole. But above all, almost without intention, and simply in the sheer ease of being, being present, being in the moment.
At Omega, one is living in community and learning when to disconnect from the hive in order to replenish oneself is another essential lesson. One that I hope I can integrate into my life more fully.
But perhaps the most important lesson has been this: upon returning to a life I was not so eager to step back in to, I am experiencing the love and spirit I encountered at Omega, and thought was left behind. Today is my birthday and I have been gifted with so many touching sentiments and little gifts at the office, that I am truly overwhelmed.
My heart is opened and I hope I can somehow share that opening with you in the coming days.
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