Summer Prayer

God of the Summer,

of sunshine and bright skies,

of warm breezes and cool refreshing night air,

of gardens blooming and flowers delighting,

of slow days and holidays,

of birds chirping and cats sun bathing,

You are here, 

You are present.

In words spoken and words heard,

in whispers in the wind,

in silence while sipping a cool drink,

in laughter at barbeques,

in stories told at bonfires,

in snuggles in the tent,

You are here,

You are present.

For those who need rest,

for those who work more this season,

for those who travel,

for those who remain at home,

for those who seek renewal,

for those who appreciate creation,

You are here,

You are present.

God of the Summer,

bless us this season,

awaken us this season,

revive us this season,

for the good of all

and the good of our souls,

You are here,

You are present.

Amen.

Summer Riches

Majestic melodies of summer song birds.

Crunchy, sweet, peppery garden lettuce.

Canola fields brightly competing with the yellow sun.

Perfectly pink and purple petals proclaiming praise.

Mosaic of warm colours melting the evening sky.

Sitting on the patio listening to the rain patter.

Bright blue skies polka dotted with marshmallow clouds.

Radiant rhubarb transformed into endless goodness.

Nodding off while slowly reading a summer novel.

Barbeques humming as supper sizzles to perfection.

Delicious dill delicately decorating delectable dishes.

Smokey memories lingering after the bonfire.

Soft gentle breezes fading to nothing at sunset.

Fresh night air filling lungs with deep breath.

Sipping on tea as the stars appear.

Lingering walks which lead to lingering goodbyes.

Summer riches, big and small are all around.

We give thanks, yes, we give thanks, O God. 

What are you counting as blessings during this summer time?