The gaps are quickly filling in between the branches as more and more leaves open up each day.
As more leaves open and crowd the trees with bright color I am reminded how we are also like small leaves–alone, we are vulnerable and hopeful. Together we are strong and form a bold, bright, colorful community.
We must not stay attached to any certain way-of-being. We must be open to growth, to change and conversion.
The leaves, like Jesus, teach me great lessons. Through their example I see how to give of myself for the sake of others. I learn how to give into growth for the sake of love.
This is my commandment: love one another as I love you.
No one has greater love than this,
to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. John 15:12-13
May we all remain open to the growth and sacrifice that God calls us to for the sake of others. Amen!
Beautiful! I particularly love reading your words this morning, after a tender, and tear-filled goodbye to some family, now on their way back to Canada!
Love leaves, love the analogies in your writing Julia, and your photos are awesome!