Woke up in the morning, to the sound of crashing waves, full of eagerness to start the day, by witnessing another sunrise on the beach . Rushing through my basic ablations, I did not remember it was my birthday, until I saw the first greeting on the ever present WhatsApp.
To catch the sunrise seemed to grow in significance, as I dashed to the beach, for to watch it rise would be the same as a new beginning. I was out of the door on an adrenaline rush, my dog not far ahead and my husband trailing behind. We reached the beach at the appointed time, but the rising sun was still hidden, below the cloudy red tinged horizon.
Walking along the beach, watching the sea gulls swooping down for an early catch, listening to the rhythm of the white foamed waves, as they came in to embrace me awhile, my heart was overflowing with gratitude for God’s amazing grace . The sun did not disappoint me, for he soon peeped above the horizon, the red tint turning into a round ball of fire .
His golden rays like fingers of light crept out, extending above the cloud, and everything it touched was soon bathed in a golden light . It was as if in the darkness of the night, he was renewed and rose mightier , with a stronger light . The waves danced in delight, their tips whiter than before, their swell higher and their splash further, welcoming the rising sun , and the birds sang with joy, as they flew around in his renewed brightness.
Bathed in the warm glow of the sun, I felt light at heart as the darkness dissipated, cleansed from all negativity, this here on my birthday. Feeling like a new person. freshly minted, my troubles seemed so far away, my worries not here to stay, and with each new caress of the waves, I felt renewed in strength and vitality.
I know problems will not disappear , but with a change in perspective I can deal with life’s challenges with a renewal of my spirit . I have learnt that, leaning not on my strength but on God the Creator of heaven and earth, I can soar high on the wings of eagles, above the worst of my circumstances. So with love and gratitude, I thank each one of you, for your blessing and birthday wishes today.
Mary Jacob 