Today is Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. Even though I am not a practicing Catholic, I still find meaning in this season. Although most people think of abstinence during Lent, I like to think of it as a time of soul-searching and repentance, for reflection and taking stock. I could not think of a better description of where I am in my life right now, and not only because it is Lent.
As I work towards simplifying my life, which includes purifying the mind and the body, as well as decreasing the material aspects of my life, I will use this season to do so in a very mindful way.
What will I release? What gives me joy? What poses a challenge?
Here are some snapshots of my kitchen alter. It is right above my sink, so when I wash, I contemplate.
I like to decorate it with seasonal clippings. Currently I have a snippet of my boxwood bush, which has just been freed from the last layer of snow (I hope!). My Buddha reminds me to keep it real.
There is a design firm in L.A. whose website I frequent for inspiration. They are called Indah Bulan. Here is a picture of one of their alters that they designed.
Do you have an alter in your home or garden?
There is a design firm in L.A. whose website I frequent for inspiration. They are called Indah Bulan. Here is a picture of one of their alters that they designed.
Do you have an alter in your home or garden?
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