Looking at this photo helps my spirit breathe. In our April podcast, Dave Denny and I explore various ways to create breathing room for our spirits in a world of speed and utility. We describe a recent desert camping trip and Dave recites “Superbloom Toast,” a poem celebrating the spectacle of a desert bursting with flowers. Since April is National Poetry Month, we ponder the value of poetry and its relationship to contemplation. This month’s meditation creates breathing space for the spirit by helping us to slow down, pay attention, and enjoy everyday wonders.