Saturday, July 25, 2015

Dear God,

This morning on the final day of my retreat I danced my last dance with you at the water's edge.  In the cool morning air with no one on the beach but me, I lifted my hands in praise, in gratitude, and in deep thanksgiving.  Your angels sang and I simply moved with the sound.  Every part of me was filled with joy and thanksgiving.

Every day you give us opportunities to express our gratitude.  You give us space and place to utter our words of appreciation.  You direct us to eternity's joy and you fill us up with yourself.  In those holy moments you warm our hearts, increase our faith, and cause us to realize the gifts that are before us.  You teach us how to say thank you.

Father,
you are
our greatest gift.
Life would be empty
without you.
Thank you
for helping us
make connections
between the gift
and the giver.

Love always, Andrea