Tuesday, October 3, 2006

My dearest God,

I'm walking twice a day on a treadmill. Lose 20 to 30 lbs, my doctor told me. Exercise. Drink lots of water. It was the answer to my question, "How can I optimize my health?"

A walk through the rainforest. A tape I purchased in Puerto Rico is a blend of flute, bells, water flowing, and harp. I play it as I walk.

I am immersed in prayer. I see and feel the loving presence, the warm light of God. Every step is closer. I see loved ones, strangers glowing in the light. I know it is God. I walk with eyes closed, reaping the benefit of the walk in nature's glow. It is not difficult going faster, slowing down, breathing, breathing in and out, taking in God's breath, breathing out my own. I am in the holy presence, walking with God, walking toward God, higher and higher.

This time is holy. Quiet solitude in the midst of a rainfall, birds singing, creation rejoicing.

Sing to me, Holy God.
Whisper your own yearnings to me.
Move my heart to act
to love and praise.
Lift my wings to the heavens
so I can dance my spirit's rejoicing.
Dress me in holiness
that I may be worthy
to step into your glorious presence.
You are Grace and Beauty.

Eternally yours, Andrea