The message of peace, hope, life, and renewal.
1/16/2020
On this particular Thursday morning, it was -11° real feel at 8am. Little did I know, this would be a day that would change my heart forever.
I set off on foot into the woods just after sunrise this morning with very little expectation to see a lot of movement in wildlife. Between the creaking boardwalk to scare away almost anything present, and subzero real feel temps to freeze the fingertips at the removal of a glove, it was a "less than ideal" day for photography. But, did you see that sunSHINE? It was glorious and I wasn't going to miss it!
This morning was one of those days; feeling so broken, alone, and cold. Within a few minutes of being on the boardwalk, I saw two Mourning Doves on a branch, about 4" apart. I had to stop and take a seat just to say hi. As I sat there, they soon started to move closer together on their branch, until finally they were touching. These sweet birds have a beautiful song that sings the message of peace, hope, life, and renewal. It's not coincidence that these two doves stopped me in my tracks. For me it was a reminder that God is ALWAYS at my side, but sometimes feels so far away.
Even when you're feeling all alone, broken, and torn, be reminded that God IS always present and WILL always provide comfort, clarity, and a way.