In the weekend we picked up some kids from the home and went for a long drive. To be honest we were going to go for a tramp but I forgot where the track started so we ended up going somewhere else. We went to Ashley Gorge, had a short walk and a picknick. It was good to go out as there is not much entertainment in Christchurch. Everything is closed, the central city, the forest, the cinema's everything. In two weeks time we are taking our teens to Hanmer Springs. They are in need of some relaxation as well.
Relaxing in the beauty of Ashley Gorge. The kids enjoyed themselves with skipping stones in the water. They had never done that before
but learned quickly and the stones bounced of the surface lots of times.
I loved this circle made in the river and started to ponder. There is no beginning and no end. A circle is infinite and will always last. Like the connection between people. We have seen that with the earthquake the circle of people became stronger. People connected to hold on to each other. Every stone symbolises for me a contribution from somebody to make the circle stronger. Everybody has something to give: a smile, a helping hand, a listening ear.
I still feel a bit overwhelmed by what is happening, the earthquake here, the tsunami in Japan. I think by focussing on my circle here and try to strengthen and reaching out with a little light and love it is easier to move forwards. I can’t change the drama, but I can strengthen the circle where I am and send a ripple around which hopefully will grow a little bigger and little stronger along the way.
Arohanui, marja
What a place and a nice shot! Hugs
ReplyDeleteLove the symbolism of the circle - it made me feel hopeful again
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What a beautiful image from nature; and I love your circle. It feels strong and sacred. Nice to have you visiting my blog and to discover yours.
ReplyDeleteI can’t change the drama, but I can strengthen the circle...
ReplyDeleteThat is all anyone can hope to truly do. As usual, a great post and pictures Marja.
I agree with the second comment!What a beautiful image from nature!The circle is great!
ReplyDeleteIt´s sad and terrible to hear what´s happend at the moment in our world.
Just the earthquake in NZ,now the disaster of nature (earthquake,tsunami,nuclear disaster)in Japan!My thoughts and prayers with everyone there!
Groetjes;steffi
Ashley Gorge is one of my most favourite places. The symbol of the circle transends all religions and races, such a strong and binding sign that things are strong if we stay together.
ReplyDeleteOh Marja, it is such a difficult time, but so good that people can pull
ReplyDeletetogether. I's hard to imagine much worse than what has happened in Christchurch and now in Japan, but the circle as you say shall not be broken.
I didn't realise there are so many schools in Christchurch. Some of the Christchurch students came to my student. Did I tell you that 100 evacuees ex refugees came up to Auckland? Our school raised a hamper for them. They had just arrived in NZ for 3 months.
ReplyDeleteWonderful! Beautiful! Inspiring! Love this!
ReplyDeleteI like your thoughts about the circle! May I call it "the circle of humanity"? We are all concerned about Japan and now especially about the nuclear disaster..
ReplyDeleteHere in Holland there are people discussing the wearing of headscarfs by muslim girls and women. I wonder if there is nothing more important to talk about.
Beautiful pictures ! it's so good that worst is over, and now it's Japan's turn. Terrible !
ReplyDeleteSo much tragedy in the world, it gets overwhelming. It's a great idea to focus on your circle. Take care.
ReplyDeleteI like your interpretation of the stone circle and the reminder it took the cooperation of many people to create it. We had one similar at Kwomais Point Park near where I live in BC. It was taken away during a reconstruction period but I hope soon replaced by another. My thought is that these are healing circles. I see that in nature there are many circles to show there is no beginning or end but only transformation.
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