Look!
Let me keep my distance, always, from those
who think they have the answers.
Let me keep company always with those who say
“Look!” and laugh in astonishment,
And bow their heads.
-Mary Oliver: Mysteries, Yes
Look! A new day begins
The sun rising in shades of pink and orange
The morning light streaming through windows
Falling across the walls
Dancing with shadows.
Look! At the birds soaring
Their songs greeting the morning
Look! Glistening snow and icicle-laden branches
Children bundled in snow suites greeting the winter wonderland.
Look! In the eyes of your family
Listen to their stories
Feel their hands in yours
And open your arms for an embrace.
Look! A community gathering for worship
To break bread and drink wine
To sing and pray
The hands of the community extending in peace.
Look! Into the eyes of family and friends,
strangers and neighbors
See the eyes of God
Gazing at this creation
Brimming with hope and love.
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