Oatmeal

Oatmeal

oatmeal is the essence my morning practice, it’s preparation and then the enjoyment of my first meal. This is a mindful activity, yet more so, it’s a ritual of gratitude, a deep appreciation of nourishment and flavor and all that has had to happen across the world to bring this meal to me. I take no aspect of this for granted, not the oats grown organically and with care, nor the blueberries and bananas packed with flavonoids and antioxidants. Flax seed, walnuts, and just a touch of cinnamon add to this and provide further nutriments for the healthy function of my body. Everything is noted, just a brief nod of thanks for what’s been give to me right now, a meal that’s been offered directly from the earth and meant to nourish and heal.

yes, oatmeal essence of my morning practice.

my breakfast is soon after meditation, my fast extended just a bit for yoga and writing, coffee enjoyed at my desk as I write and listen to the morning stir itself awake. I’ve long settled into this routine, every part enjoyable and suits my early mood. My fast use to be longer, the first meal put off until late afternoon and this extended time agreed with my body, with many benefits found from this refrain. But the past few years have brought some changes that have caused me to end my fast earlier, still a lengthy time and one that builds in anticipation for my first meal.