No Thanks

What a way to start the day!

Early morning, brilliant sunrise, wicker basket hanging under a multi-colored hot air balloon, rising into the clear blue sky. No thanks. Not for me. I’ll take a nice, leisurely bike ride any day. Or, maybe a brisk walk. Or, maybe just sleep in while other people do all the doing. Isn’t it nice that our world is populated by people who have different stories and dreams and hopes and practices and beliefs and preferences?

You and I are the same but different. We share a planet that begs to be healed and asks us to care for it. We need meaningful relationships. We hope, even though our hopes may vary. And, we all originate in the same love that created all things. We have purpose, common purpose. Today I will honor our alikenesses and our differences. Today I will appreciate the gift of the day and I will use it, not just for myself, but for the common good of all living things. Amen