Don’t Miss The Last

Attached is a photo of the last sunrise of 2018 from my porch. If I hadn't gotten up, I would've missed it. There is no replay, rewind or do over. It doesn't wait for me. I can't catch it later.

When I was probably around four years old, my Granny stayed with us. She had me sleep with her in the living room on the fold out couch bed so that the rising sun would shine through the patio door and bathe the room with warmth and splendor. I remember Granny waking me up with a gentle voice and a big smile. Her eyes danced with joy and awe beamed from her face as she shared her love of the sunrise with me. Of all the childhood memories I don't have, I'm grateful for this one that stuck.

Granny shared more than the sunrise with me. There were many things that were important to her. Valuable to her. She was a wonderful seamstress and loved to play hymns on the organ and she loved me with her whole heart. I know that. Thankfully that wasn't the last sunrise I was able to share with her, but it was the most memorable. I'm so grateful I had that opportunity.

I wish I could tell her how much that time with her means to me today. How it impacted my life. I can hardly miss a sunrise. They are different every day.

Of course I'm reflecting on this New Years Eve, along with millions of others probably. Deciding that I'd like to carry on traditions that are quickly becoming lost and maybe even start some new ones of my own. It would be nice to finish 2019 with a happy and accomplished heart. Perhaps starting it with determination and finishing well would set the path. Feeling good about how this year is finishing sure helps the momentum!

Will this be the last sunrise for me? Will tomorrow be even better? I don't know. But I can face tomorrow, because He lives! He lives in my heart and every morning I give my day to Him. Good or bad, happy or sad, He'll guide and carry me through. It can be the same for you!

Happy New Year! Make it the best yet.