Friday, December 7, 2007

Dear God,

Yesterday on my way to work I witnessed a rare moment, fog crystallizing on the tree limbs, branches, and bushes. Twinkling as I drove by I oohed and aahed. Magical, mystical, magnificent beauty. I had my camera with me and I wanted to take a picture but there was no where to pull off. Finally I drove in to Eagle Creek Park. But the hoarfrost was gone. I snapped a couple of pictures of the trees at the entrance.

Such moments catch me off guard. I realize again that something magical is always just a breath away. When I live expectant, knowing that you are present, I live differently. I know that something extraordinary is possible, perhaps forming even at that moment. I think that's where rainbows and hoarfrost come from. A musical note can make my heart quiver when I imagine life without music. I know how rich life really is.

As I drove in the magical hoarfrost, I kept saying over and over, "Oh my, oh my, oh my." It was my way of thanking you, for being enthralled in your natural beauty. I want to be constant in my prayers of thanksgiving. I want to notice the tiniest thing, then give thanks. I want to be respectful of your many offerings. The hoarfrost was simply another gift from on high. And I wanted to share in the temporal experience with you.

So many times moments of mystery unfold and I miss them. Forever gone. Never to be repeated again in the same way. Some experiences last a split second. I want my spiritual awareness to be keen, ever ready to witness whatever it is you wish to share with your children.

Thank you for the rich blessing! I didn't miss it this time!

Yours,
it's all yours;
I just get to witness
your presence
here, there,
and everywhere.
You bless the earth
and all its inhabitants.
I am so grateful
for yesterday's blessing.

Love, Andrea