February 6, 2023

“And God saw everything that he had made, and behold, it was very good.” (Genesis 1:31)

Bare, spare February. The bony limbs against the red morning sky are a beauty unto themselves. Bird activity is on the uptick; they are more visible now, as there are no leaves for camouflage. The shortest month, although the evening light begins to lengthen. A harbinger of approaching Lent.

But darkness holds its own treasures; be careful of wishing it away. Stretches of hibernation will work small wonders. You have an off switch, too.

“Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give thine angels charge over those whosleep.  Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield thejoyous; and all for thy love's sake.” (Evening Prayer – BCP)