CHANGES

And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he saw the Spirit of God.    Matthew 3:16

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Life races by in a smattering of light and noise,

Glimpses of love and warmth stir past.

How could I have missed the changes?

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Oh, to stand still and recognize the fragrance of time.

To linger long enough to be refreshed in a spring rain.

To notice that flowers grow wild in a field.

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Help me, Lord, to stop and see,

The simple treasures,

You’ve given to me.

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Written 2-6-2002

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