The balcony at 243
Seeing Through Windows
My balcony pacing continues, usually in the evening and from either of the three arch-shaped windows. I can see the weather conditions quite clearly on this west end of our building. What is there to be seen these days?
The street lights reveal, at least the last few evenings, snow flurries coming down like pretty little avatars descending from the heavens. They come down in the multitudes and contribute to a kind of merging whiteness; always with a soft landing.
Through the day I am more stationary, at work for Krishna, seated in our guru’s quarters. From there I can observe the compounding and diminishing layers of snow. Pedestrians are not deterred by the soft assault. They go about their business; to work, to the skating rink, to shop or just to walk.
It really is a full view that I can capture each day even from this arched window. I used to be able to see the gigantic CN Tower at a distance. It still ranks as the second tallest structure globally. More recently a condo building came up, blocking the view of that tower of glory. It wouldn’t be so bad if the high-rise itself was a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Instead, this squarish edifice adds to what could become a depressing skyline. That condo to the right is just plain bland.
I was able to share the snow scene through the window over this morning’s Zoom call with a Miami group. It’s another world down there. That one hour with them, by phone, however, harmonized our efforts and thoughts as we reflected and spoke about one of the very best passages from the book Bhagavatam, 1.8.21. Check it out!
May the Source be with you!
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