Lord,
through our kitchen window
I see the sky lit up
by a beautiful sunrise.
It glows in welcome
at the start of this day
proclaiming
“Welcome to today!”
in a friendly, almighty wave
across the heavens.

I stand for a few moments
to gaze in wonder
and to bask
in this morning glory.
And as I stand,
I bring before you
a prayer of healing
for Paul
knowing that I’m placing Paul
in very good hands.

As the sunrise fades
and I leave the kitchen window
I wonder
what other gifts
you have for me
today.

© Claire Murray, 2nd January 2022