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Following our recent weather event that included t-o-r-n-a-d-o warnings, I peered out windows, soon pleasantly discovering recently displayed holiday lighting at the neighbors to the north.
Welcome relief, combined with the positive “vibe” of the warm glow of seasonal lighting, certainly enhanced the proverbial “calm after the storm.”
Our beloved nation has become well familiar with “storms,” as it deals with several, including “weather extremes”; horrific, deadly shootings, even involving children; effects of complications within the political arena; AND the now dominant Omicron variant, accompanying Delta and further expanding genuine scientific/medical concerns regarding COVID-19.
Yes, life tends to bring challenges, some of which can inflict unbelievable anguish! Inevitably, I am reminded of our late, beloved mother, whom her children deemed “the world’s eternal optimist.” I can hear her pleasant, gentle voice reminding, “Something good comes from everything.”
Admittedly, finding that “good” within each experience can become a tedious effort! But just as those holiday lights became especially heartwarming following the storm, we are blessed with the invaluable LIGHT OF TRUTH, if only we allow it to continually BRIGHTEN THIS WORLD!
As we begin writing the next chapter within life’s story, may we find ourselves pulling together and genuinely striving to make this world a better place!!!
‘Til next week -- ‘til next YEAR -- stay safe and keep well.
