Beauty is all around us if we seek to see it. Every day I feel blessed to live on Maui and witness the immense natural wonders. But, I remember times in the past when I was staying in cities and nature wasn't so bold. At those times I made an effort to get outside and walk, even if it was bitter cold . I would bundle up and head out on a quest to find little sparks of nature amongst the buildings and sidewalks. Sometimes I would spot a lazy orange cat curled up in a high window basking in the sun, or hear pigeons talking as they perched on the buildings. I would look for a smile on another's face as I walked through the city. People are beautiful when they smile. By connecting with the beauty around me I was able to let go of the tension of the day and appreciate the specialness of where I was. I invite you to welcome beauty into your life today by buying flowers or smelling the herbs in your spice cabinet. Life is full of everyday beauty if we look for it. We reconnect with our inner essence when we see beauty. Liah Howard