Bright white shutters with light yellow shell and beige concrete fence foundation where a myriad of brilliant flowers dance to the rhythm of the late May breezes. Butterflies rumble while bees lazily collect pollen to enhance the quality of life through a batch of new golden honey. Chocolate labrador brothers slumber eagerly soaking up the shade of Spring grasses beneath the sycamore’s outstretched branches. It screams “peace” yet no human takes the moments seriously finding time to use time for the sake of not worrying about, time.

No snakes, just sandals and saddles and smells those things seeking to take over the neighborhood. Grills and the skills that foster the wafting beauty of burnt ends basted smoking arduously atop the mesquite offset. A dash and a pinch added to some pasta salad, with beans and greens galore, bringing to fore the quest to get our grub on. What daylight is left let it remain within the grasp of soothing sun. Already the brigands barter for the best spots, with spilling drinks and hip checks politely jockeying for the spot closest to the cooler. In all things life could not be better on this soothing day preparing for Summer’s arrival.

Sold into slavery and bought back by a price greater than the totality of man’s riches. Debt’s paid, not afraid, just happy to see that He Is obeyed as rest comes to heart heavy laden. Letting it be whatever it becomes, not workers or bums but family seeking the delight and comfort as all are welcomed and bid find something tasty from the buffet. Plates passed round and soft soul praise sparks joy across the deck and patio alike. Smiles and laughter make us forget that cares even entered our day, this day, the one that God has made for each of us.

Hair, nails and outfits kempt. As one Brother makes attempt to win the love of the maiden he has followed for what seems a century. Burning candles on the mantle of his serious heart stricken with the disease of love never stopping to count himself among the wounded. He trips over his great big feet and the tongue that seems two sizes too large for his mouth as he attempts to pay complement to our hostess. What a mess as his friends and family look on amazed, giggling in the knowledge that he is owned by the thing that he wants most to possess. All is not lost as someone eyes him with the same candor, seeking attentions that currently have never turned her direction.

This day abides, in delight of the abundance of life. Not eternal but moments so precious surpassing the wealth of our fellowship. And all hearts pause to thank the Lord for the blessing of family, peace and loving. As children arrive it is clear the need for parlor games and circus have come upon us. So, we make time to take time for the reason that precious time is upon us. Into this life we dive and dance for discussion, romance and God’s good pleasure of kinship. We are oddly made whole by the welcoming hugs and smiles of All God’s Creation.