“We are fragile creatures, and it is from this weakness, not despite it, that we discover the possibility of true joy.” ~ Desmond Tutu, The Book of Joy
The heart-leaf lay on its side. Light peaked through its cracking surface. I was afraid to touch it lest it crumble in my fingers.
Only a few short months ago it was vibrant green, connected, durable. It’s destiny was -and is – as certain as mine. My surface is beginning to crack. Only a short time ago I felt myself vibrant. I thought of myself as indestructible. I am, and always have been, on my way to brittle.
It is this very fact that reminds me to slow down, to turn and feel the sun on my face. It is my limited time on earth that prompts me to lay on my side on warm grass so I might see the full beauty of the delicate tilted heart. To feel the warm hand that squeezes mine.
read Kerri’s blogpost about HEART
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Fragility. We have recently been reminded of this, as our only form of mechanical transportation has been gone for four weeks. Brenda has taken it better than me. Walking helps, as we feel the sun and rain. We notice plant life more. See all the feathered friends. Your post reminded me of all of this. Friday we will have our transportation back. But I will not forget God’s splendor during this time – or in the future!
-Cris
I have to daily remind myself to go slow. I’m glad you will soon have your truck back – along with the choice to zoom or linger;-)
Tried sending you three pictures rather than one of our newly sided house. Alas, could only manage one. Bother. Thanks for your reply, and I will try to slow down â but not too much! -Cris
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