As a lap and open water swimmer, the cultural awareness description of water as “recreation” is very appropriate! Being “in” the water makes me feel “of the water”. At times I “am the water”; when the glide is as effortless as the movement of a bead of mercury. I have been in or around water all my life.
My life in a small, coastal New England town brings the sights and sounds of the ocean’s power, serenity and everything in- between on a daily basis. Water is a teacher, especially of the constant change you’ve mentioned.
I look forward to reading your Part 2 contribution about the mystery and spirituality water represents. We float in liquid in the womb before birth, need water for sustenance and hygiene in life. Water symbolizes rebirth in baptism, and its beauty nurtures the mind and soul whether we are in it or viewing it as oceans, lakes, streams, ponds, rivers or pools. My relationship to water sustains my soul and remains an integral part of my emotional and spiritual health.
Very interesting post Allan. As you know I live near the Atlantic Ocean and a river, so water plays a big part in my spiritual life and my love of nature. I find water to be so healing.
I never thought of it this way but a great point Allan: “water is a source of inspiration”
Thank you.
As a lap and open water swimmer, the cultural awareness description of water as “recreation” is very appropriate! Being “in” the water makes me feel “of the water”. At times I “am the water”; when the glide is as effortless as the movement of a bead of mercury. I have been in or around water all my life.
My life in a small, coastal New England town brings the sights and sounds of the ocean’s power, serenity and everything in- between on a daily basis. Water is a teacher, especially of the constant change you’ve mentioned.
I look forward to reading your Part 2 contribution about the mystery and spirituality water represents. We float in liquid in the womb before birth, need water for sustenance and hygiene in life. Water symbolizes rebirth in baptism, and its beauty nurtures the mind and soul whether we are in it or viewing it as oceans, lakes, streams, ponds, rivers or pools. My relationship to water sustains my soul and remains an integral part of my emotional and spiritual health.
water is awesome and I love the sea.
Really interesting, thank you - and the picture is lovely. I do so love the sea.
Thank you and I also love the sea.
Very interesting post Allan. As you know I live near the Atlantic Ocean and a river, so water plays a big part in my spiritual life and my love of nature. I find water to be so healing.
I'm writing a part 11 which goes into the spiritual and religious dimensions
That's wonderful! I look forward to reading it!