Friday, May 14, 2010

Dear God,

I am taking what once was a filthy, wet, ugly basement and turning it into a clean, usable, functioning space. It was hard imagining the yucky room as anything but what it was. But I believed it held promise. We made immediate changes two or three years ago but now I'm taking further steps to clean out the clutter, wash it down, organize and bring order to it. Suddenly the light seems brighter coming through the small windows. I am enjoying the laborous work because I know in the end I will be pleased to be downstairs washing clothes, making stained glass, sewing Christmas bags and doing whatever else seems good.

What boggles my mind, no, what really humbles me is the process of change you go through with me. I am sure at points in my life, my soul doesn't look much different than my basement. I am positive I need to make changes so the light can shine more radiantly in my life. I am convinced that my own transformation will always bring more light and beauty.

You, O God,
are full
of grace,
mercy,
and love.
Your almighty power
persuades,
convinces,
and inspires me
to see more
and better.
Thank you
for the work
you do
to change me.
Always
make me clay
in your hands
for I
always want
to be
pliable enough
to be remade.

Love, Andrea