It’s been a hectic day at work
and as I step out of the front door
on a cold autumn day
my mind is racing,
filled with lots of issues and problems
about work.

Raising my head
I see a beautiful evening sky.
Wow!

The hills of Belfast are silhouetted
against a darkening peach sky
and are mirrored on the still waters
of Belfast Lough.
All thoughts of work
disappear
and I find myself absorbed
in the peaceful autumn beauty
of Belfast.

I slow down
to enjoy  this unexpected beauty
and as I walk slowly
beside Belfast Lough,
watching the gentlest of ripples
I feel a deep sense of peace
framed by the words,
“Be still and know
that I am God.”

I’m on my way to meet my husband, Paul,
and as I dander along
savouring this precious peace
I find myself praying,
“Lord, it’s good to be here!”

And so it is,
simply wonderful to be here,
walking over to meet the one I love
on a breath-taking autumn evening.

Really, who could ask for more?

©  Claire Murray, 24th November 2016