On the far shore, a speck of white glistened against the dark water and trees. Matching great white egrets tiptoed along the bank. One upright and the other upside-down. Wings lifted and flapped furiously as a blue heron aimed and pursued the frightened bird. All disappeared.
After a three day absence, the large alligator returned. Emerging from water plants near our shoreline, he slid silently into the glassy lake, submerged, and reappeared in the middle.
Tiny splashes broke the dark surface creating rings of waves. Turtle heads peeked from the water. A red ball rose from behind the trees and became a blinding, white light.
On the far shore, the egret returned to scan the lake for food. Familiar cardinal clicking joined humming crickets and melodious bird songs to produce a beautiful symphony.
Shimmering cobwebs crisscrossed the patio screen while an adolescent lizard scrambled to the top. Water diamonds glittered on the grass.
Breezes from the fan tickled my skin, kept me cool, and blocked highway noise allowing me to enjoy the sounds of nature.
Each day our new house, seems more like home. My new retreat brings memories of my cherished old one but introduces gifts of its own.
Life is filled with changes--both welcome and unwelcome. We can choose to accept them and find blessings or continue to lament what has been lost and miss opportunities.
Cause me to hear Your lovingkindness in the morning, for in You do I trust; cause me to know the way in which I should walk, for I lift up my soul to You. Psalm 143:8 (NIV)
Heavenly Father, thank you for what was given in the past and help me look forward and accept what is ahead. Amen
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