For some people, Light is warning…for others warming. Exposure or encouragement. There is no safety in shadows, if safety is life’s primary issue. Nothing wrong with shadows, of course. They add texture to life. But if refusal or reluctance is the landlord, the rent is too high.
Sometimes the way is narrow and you can’t see what’s on the other side. In those times, look for the light, even the glimmer. Take courage. Follow your heart. Sometimes the uncharted way leads to something extraordinary.
My friend walked right past this creature and didn’t see it. Granted, it is quite small, enlarged here for the photograph. And when I called him back to look, he said: “Just another bug.” Really? Later, when I showed him this picture, he changed his mind: “Look at that! It’s a work of art.”
Sometimes, when something is too little, or too common, too weird, too different, too challenging…it might be worth taking a closer look. What if you found a “work of art” upon closer, deeper examination? Be worth the time and effort. Absolutely.
Well, not everything in the world is absolutely beautiful, but he is unique. And he is perfectly outfitted for his role in the world…big webbed feet, a big scooper on the front end, and a cute little topknot. I’ll bet his momma loved him. I wonder what he thinks of us? The next time you run across something or someone you judge to be less than attractive, take a long minute and try to look beyond the obvious. See if you can’t pick out something to appreciate or to compliment, It’s called being thoughtful, not a bad trait for someone who follows His Way.
Even the saguaros raise their arms in thankful appreciation. The earth sings praises in the song of a robin, a clap of thunder, laughter among friends. Pray today for Harmony in the song we sing collectively, Harmony not discord in the song we raise to the Divine Mystery.
Hold my hand, steady my step, I feel life’s shifting, swaying like a swing back and forth. Deep in my body, deeper in the soul, I feel change and change and change. Each day is another step on the narrow bridge that links life to life, certainty to mystery, first breath to First Breath. Hold my hand, steady my step, life moves beneath my feet. Walk by my side across the Narrow Bridge.
I can’t explain the scientific composition of a sunbeam; I don’t understand the technicalities. But I don’t need to, do I. How would that knowledge benefit my heart? My mind, maybe, but not my soul that thirsts for a taste of sacred wonder. This morning’s glory was enough to drive a person to his knees, to shock the dullest heart, and cause someone to rub her eyes in disbelief. Even if tomorrow morning is not as spectacular, I have this one to remember, and each time I do, I will be grateful. Very.
Shining Spirit 
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