Friday, June 18, 2021

Dearest God,

A week or so ago you whispered into my ear "last things."  I took that to mean last things to complete some work on our spiritual path.  

For 13 years I have been working on the spiritual path you asked me to create in our woods.  Together, you and I and a three other friends have opened up spaces by clearing all kinds of debris thrown "over the hill" a hundred years ago.  Broken glass, barbed wire, rusted toys, dishes, cutlery and pots are just a few of the items tossed.  In addition we have dug, clipped, sawed, pruned, pulled, pushed and cleaned a half acre of gnarly, tangled invasive species that choked out many native plants.  Finally, you nudged me to complete certain areas and what fun and joy it has been.

As I edged and mulched, I saw the glory of your hand.  I viewed what you have seen all along.  I had no idea what a finished project would look like.  I knew it would be beautiful because you only do beautiful work.  I was blessed to give thanks to you for your vision, dream, hope, mission and love.  As I continue to put last things on other areas, I know I will be breathing out my love right back to you.  For all who kayak or canoe along the river will witness the beauty of your creation.  It is still not done; so much is left to do but after 13 years together we are fulfilling your desire for the land.

Gracious and Loving God,

thank you

for last things,

for quiet whisperings

and gentle nudgings.

Thank you

for the

amazing beauty

unfolding here

on Pleasant Street.

Thank you

for mystical moments

that are revealed

as we

work together.

Love, Andrea