Taking Flight!

A blank page with an eager cursor... I've returned to my long-lost friend! It has been a long time since I've written and my mind and soul are ready to sing, my fingers ready to fly across the keyboard. This is my first blog entry ever - I'm nearly a decade behind as a writer! First order of business was coming up with a title. "Light on Wings" is a play on words with multiple meanings. First of all, I knew I wanted my blog's title to have something about light in it because light is so prevalent in my life, especially now. I've been a Christian for a long time, but I feel God's presence and seek his light in a new mature and understanding way than ever before. (Much more explaining on that to come). Gardening and growing flowers is my favorite past-time and nothing grows without the sunlight. in Charleston, SC we get a lot of sunlight, and have many beautiful settings in which to enjoy it! My husband and I recently transitioned our master bedroom to another room in our house and every morning the sunlight pierces through the one window in the room so strong and beautiful. I stare at it in awe every morning, and it makes me smile, as if God is presenting me with a gift of a new day as he gently wakes me. This sight is extra special because I have a bad taste for mornings. I mean I feel absolutely sick at the sound of an alarm clock, and much prefer to sleep in. For me to wake early and smile is a feat!

My sunny view from bed each morning

Now about the wings - Isaiah says those who hope in the Lord will rise on wings like eagles. This is one of my favorite bible verses. My mother died two and half years ago of breast cancer and as her immanent death grew closer, she told me that the verse brought her immense comfort. She didn't fear death and actually looked forward to the day she would meet her Creator on wings like eagles. As you can imagine, the verse means a lot to me. When I see an eagle or any bird soar above, I smile as I think of the amazing view Mom must have now. 

Snagged from old.faithgateway.com

Lastly, I have a thing for bees. They are such organized, determined producers of sticky sweetness that goes with almost any recipe, is an antibiotic and will not spoil. They are fascinating. My mother's name was Debra, which actually means "Bee." And did you know, it's nearly anatomically impossible for bumble bees to fly? Yet they are amazingly light on their wings! 

So there's the title. I am excited to get back to writing, ready to share my take on life's givings and takings as I see it today, to savor the details in fun and devastating times, simple memories and extraordinary miracles. My hope is that these writings will be cathartic to me, and will bring enjoyment to someone else, if anybody reads them! May those who grace these pages realize something in a new light, and feel lighter... as if on wings.