I (Green Heart) Oregon
Yesterday, I had a few hours between patients and decided to go for a walk to find a nice place to write. I recently got this great “Portland Walks” book from my friend Jennifer and looked up a local one. Off I meandered through the neighborhoods of Lake Oswego toward the Willamette River. I walked up the river enchanted by the birds and trees, the sun on my back. I stumbled on a group of carved stones marked as the William Stafford Stones. One of them said,
“Oregon is insanely green
It is the thin light
left over from Eden.”
Listening to the bird calls and feeling the silent flow of the river while squinting my right eye to the welcome glareof the sun, I couldn’t help but be filled with a divine connection and a sense of everything coming together. Everyday, I am enchanted by this piece of paradise.
Acupunkyoga's Blog 
February 2, 2009 at 6:22 am
I firmly believe that heaven is closeness to God and hell is remoteness from that celestial radiance. And, it’s up to us. This piece is reminding us that paradise is within our grasp. Thanks, Dad
February 6, 2009 at 2:51 am
I extracted a bit of heaven from reading the exquisite, sensitive writing of my grandson, Jeff Levin, whose soul speaks through every word and, indeed, embraces life with love and the spirit of God. We need to drink in the paradise that is here, to be aware of it all, to share it with love to those who are around us and, Jeff, dearest Jeff, you will continue to affect all who share your life, encouraging life journeys, adding joy, inspiration and a sense of peace…. because of who you are and how you think and feel. Thank you for sharing such beauty with me…and the love. Always, Nani
April 14, 2009 at 2:02 am
I have always loved Oregon, it is just my perfect place and I am very blessed to be here and I am glad you agree.
Yes I enjoyed the above as well.
Thank you for sharing. Deb 🙂