Friday, August 24, 2012

Dear God,

Early this morning the woods, the weeds, the maple seedlings, the dead limbs, the debris, the sticker bushes, and honeysuckle were all put on alert as you stepped inside.  It was like all nature was waiting for your call to do your bidding.  As I arrived with hat, gloves, and old clothes, it was as if all were ready to surrender to your will.  The dappled light revealed both your glory and your plan.

As I began to make the wide path, the maple seedlings were the first to let go.  I would clear an area of seemingly hundreds of them, then rake away the dead limbs and branches and suddenly the ground floor was empty and so beautiful.  I could tell it was doing its part to enliven the woods with inspiration, hope, courage, faith, and peace.

In no time the home of your spirit was made clean, free of debris and clutter.  It grew wider and wider.  Finally I cut my way through the 7' scrap roses, honeysuckle, and other noxious weeds that covered the entrance to the woods.  Yes, the stumps need digging up, all the piles of stuff need to be carried out, and the ground will be ready for planting spring trees, wildflowers, a rock garden, and more.  Yes, there's much more to do, more area to be cleared, but the way is clear.  I see it and am glad.

Gracious and Loving God,
only you
can lead us
to follow.
Only you
can give
a vision
of sacred beauty.
Only you
have the power
to inspire.
Only you know
the way
to open us
to true love
and faith.
Thank you,
Great Master of the Cosmos.

Love, Andrea