Arms of Grace

Crows caw loudly over the glistening frost laden fields as the last day of the year emerges. The pond reflects the bright glow of the morning sun like a mirror blanketed with a spotlight. Here the year is ending with a sunny but crisply chilly day. The sunshine reminds one of the bright spots during the year now giving way to the new. A migration back to the home of my youth; the acquisition of loving pets; the joy of granddaughter during school breaks; the discovery of a worship fellowship and the opportunity to contribute to a choral team; the marriage of a son to the woman of his dreams; rediscovering the joy of writing and uncovering the reason for a progressive limp are among some of the bright reflections of the year. Only God knows the challenges and victories that lie ahead in the coming year, but in the loving arms of grace each day will be embraced. One can only give thanks for the opportunity that today affords!