Monday, November 6, 2023

Dearest God,

When late Autumn arrives with darker days, bare trees and cold temperatures, we can fall into a slump, depression or despair.  It is vitally important we look for the gifts of the season.

I discovered one just this morning.  Upon awakening, I walked to the window and peeked out into the dark.  Because all the leaves had fallen from the trees, I was able to see the lustrous, iridescent, pearl-like stars in the black sky, something hidden all spring and summer.  I just stood with my nose smudged on the windowpane looking higher and higher to see the majestic sky.  While they glimmered, I smiled and gave you thanks.

What a beautiful gift it is to find your gifts spread out before us.  We don't even have to look hard to find them.  As we anticipate gifts in the darkness, when we discover them, all the radiant they will be.

Thank you,

Holy God,

for the beauty

of this season.

Thank you

for the

special gift

this morning.

I am

always wowed

by your grace.

Love, Andrea