Seasons~

I'm lying in my bed this morning chilled from the cold night air.  I said aloud, "I'm ready for summer!"  Then I thought about it.  How often in life things are colorful, beautiful, and warm, and we just want to stay there as long as we can.  And definitely, let's pass the cold, dark, grey days up!  Who needs them?!

The seasons are all necessary for growth.  During fall, leaves that have been damaged by insects and weather fall to the ground, and the trees and plants rest and live off of stored food until spring during winter.  Spring brings new life to all.  Trees bud, flowers bloom, colors are restored, and the smells of new life are everywhere.  Then Sumner will be here. Bright, warm, and glorious!

During this time of being cold and gloomy, may we reflect on our lives.  Knowing that we need rest, and that Spring awaits us, let us cling to and embrace the Lord, and take this time to shed what life has damaged and live on the stored food of our souls.