Thursday, February 19, 2026

Dear God,

After two years I finally had all my windows washed.  I couldn't believe the difference.  This morning as the darkness gave way to the light, I couldn't help but stare out the window.  Although clouds were gray and heavy with moisture, it was beautiful.

As is often true, nature reminded me that we too have to clean our emotional, physical and psychological lens so we can see the beauty that is all around us.  If not, all we see is dirt, smudge and smears.  I confess when I am thinking about our president and his followers who are attempting to dismantle the heart of our nation, all I see is dirt.  I get frustrated, angry and depressed.  I start to blame all the foolish people who voted for the tyrant.  I add more dirt to my glasses.  

While many others and I continue to protest, I begin to see good citizens who are helping our immigrant neighbors, people who are sacrificing to help others who are hungry and don't have money for groceries and yet more who are speaking out to protect human and civil rights.  I realize there is more to the picture and I do not have to lose hope.

You aid us in our endeavor, O God.  You lead us to help those around us who have special needs.  You guide us to live lives as neighbors, friends and family.  You open our eyes and our hearts to love our neighbors and do good.  And you challenge us to do our part not only to save our nation but also our world who also depends on one other.

Thank you

for clean windows,

dear God,

Help me

also to be

a cleaner-upper.

Help me 

see clearer

and do

my best

to help

my neighbor

near and far.

Love, Andrea