TODAY IN THE ORCHARD
(Mount) Fuji
Today is Valentine’s Day. Could there be a better place to spend this day of Love than out in the orchard?
In Dostoevsky’s words, “Humanity will be renewed in the Orchard, and the Orchard will restore it – that is the formula.”
Or as Thich Nhat Hahn wrote: “Have a look at the apple tree in your yard. Look at it with complete attention. It is truly a miracle. If you notice it, you will take good care of it, and you too are part of its miraculousness.”
Just as there are many apple varieties, each with its own shape, size, color, and specialty, “there are many paths leading to the top of Mt Fuji, but there is only one summit—love.” (Morihei Ueshiba)
Enjoy your Valentine’s Day wherever you are. I’ll be out in the orchard, of course. Fill your day with love!
