We are still a little in the dark
Some days the sun barely lifts it’s head to smile or acknowledge.
Thankfully these walls have windows and doors and cupboards, like our memories,
our imaginations and our secrets.
We think back and replay videos on our phone.
A crowd at the bar of a family gathering, everyone looking splendid, huge smiles, shouting above the music. The hand language from the other side of the room to signal ‘a large glass of red’, the thumbs up, the nod, the smile, then the tug of your sleeve, when someone squeals and pulls you towards the music with it’s familiar beat.
This third lockdown is a mix of apathy, empathy, even telepathy. Should we be trying a new diet, new language, new layout, new life?
Or is it just ok,
Just ok,
To be.
To champion the smallest step, remove the pressure, navigate the darkness like the shy, brave little snowdrop. To relish in an hour or two of hush, except for reflection.
I recently experienced a ‘slow down and pause’ moment with our aromatherapist, concocting a new formula for all of you, our Relaxayvoo family. I am always delighted when scents transport you to places, if you close your eyes. This single activity and attention to detail really elevated my mood to joy, that day.
It refreshed my sense of purpose and as the english saying goes,
‘blew the cobwebs away ’, though perhaps ‘blew the *combawas away’ is more fitting!
I will be taking my own pace,
my own quick, quick, slow.
…and I hope you will do the same
Constance
*combawas- a citrus, similar to lime
The combawa essential oil is one of the ingredients in the bath formula we are currently developing. This beautiful mood lifting citrus scent from Madagascar is known for its
anti-inflammatory properties and can alleviate anxiety and insomnia!
Something to look forward to.