Brightwater Reiki

09/05/2026

29/04/2026

BIRD WATCHING

At some point, throughout it all,
you will begin to watch the birds.

Your blindness to their splendour,
will seem suddenly absurd,
as though age is the key,
which unlocks their mighty majesty.

And as you watch the birds in wonder,
you will wonder,
how they knew all along,
that the point is in the freedom
and the why is in the song.

And all you believed, will suddenly feel wrong.

But that’s okay, the birds will then show you the way,

with their faith in flimsy wing and instinctive GPS,
their seasonal flow, the diligence in crafting nests.

Their zest,
for each sunrise - for life.
Their flow through storm and strife.

The birds see all
and from their soaring heights,
it is your life
that seems quite small.

Why care so much about control,
when surely we are all one whole
and if there must be striven goals,
could it be for sunlit souls?

At some point throughout it all,
you will begin to watch the birds,
my friends.

And nothing else will ever look
quite the same again.

Donna Ashworth

‘Birdwatching’

29/04/2026

Take a moment each day to truly observe the natural world unfolding around you. It's a continuous spectacle of marvels, often lost in the rush of our busy lives.
When we consciously connect with nature, our perspective shifts, revealing a deeper purpose in our own existence. We realize we are not isolated but integral threads in the vast, interconnected tapestry of life, where even the simplest moments gain profound significance.
The constant barrage of modern distractions can easily overshadow the quiet, consistent rhythm of life, but by intentionally shifting our focus back, by becoming present, we re-engage with this vital backdrop.
This conscious attention allows us to appreciate the subtle wonders and find renewed meaning in our connection to the earth ..

🖋️C.E. Coombes
🎨Jo Grundy

Serendipity Corner 🌸

10/04/2026

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"Breaking Through"

28/02/2026

Very slowly Spring sidles in.
She steps cautiously, as Winter
isn't quite done yet.
Maybe there will be one last finale.
She bides her time, not wanting
to steal the show.
She has lifted the sun slightly,
not that you would notice immediately,
but the extra light is almost tangible.
The blossom remains tight in
the bud, almost ready to pop.
The daffodils have followed the
arrival of the hardy snowdrops,
who had little fear of Winter.
They are getting ready for their
grand show in March.
To my delight the birds are returning
their cheerful chortling in unison.
And my heart is feeling lifted,
Almost, as if, I am ready to be born again.
I'm nearing the end of the tunnel ..
I'm bursting with anticipation
for the glorious entrance of Spring ..

🖋️C.E. Coombes
🎨 Jo Grundy

Serendipity Corner 🌼

23/02/2026

Some cats arrive like a lesson.
Some arrive like a comfort.
Some arrive and love you in a way that quietly changes who you are.

And sometimes… they are all three.

Whether they stay for a season or a lifetime, cats have a way of leaving something meaningful behind in us. A softer heart. A deeper patience. A kind of love that doesn’t need many words. 🌙🐾

12/02/2026

When the journey feels over, and all roads appear blocked, remember patience.
What seems like the end is often a bend in the road, a secret passage waiting to be discovered.
This new path was always there, simply hidden from view until you released the old one.
Like a caterpillar trapped within a cocoon, the struggle can be long and difficult, yet it is essential for transformation.
You just need to trust in this process, for when the moment arrives, clarity will break through into the light, revealing new journeys ahead.
The rhythm of life is a continuous cycle of growth and new beginnings.
New paths are waiting, promising experiences and insights ...

🖋️C.E. Coombes
🎨Lynn Ko

Serendipity Corner ✨

24/01/2026

Always remember ..

You are as fragile as a petal
And as hardy as a flower
in early Spring.
You are sensitive, yet resilient.
Throughout the coldest spells
and the deepest heartbreaks
you continue to bloom and grow.

Your aura is tinged with the
shades of the brightest rainbow.
You are a unique being that has
weathered hardship and grief
with such grace and dignity
And yet, here you are,
still standing, proud and strong.

You have learned to bend,
not break.
Times spent in the dark have
taught you to reach for the light
extending it to others,
who have struggled to find it.
You help to make the world
a brighter, more positive place.

Maybe no-one has ever told you,
So I'm telling you now ✨

🖋️ C.E. Coombes
🎨Credit to unknown artist

Serendipity Corner 🪻

24/01/2026

The Hare Queen

22/01/2026