The Light Within
Candlelight transforms a room. Growing up, we lit the tapers right before holding hands to pray, the smell of turkey wafting through the room. We’d stare into the flames as we each said out loud what we were thankful for. The prayers, honest and beautiful, held the space in a moment of peace and joy.
Awakened By the Light
“the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” (John 1:1-5)
I love watching and waiting for the sun to rise, especially as the light steadily illuminates distant hills and trees one branch at a time, as if the woods are waking up and welcoming the sun’s rays. At this time of year, the bare trees seem empty of color, yet the sun’s light emblazes and reveals unexpected tones.