448. new year’s eve



with gratitude
looking back on the year 
like an old friend




(Standing at a crossroads: looking back at downtimes and up, laughter and tears, losses and wins, delights and disappointments, fears and faithfulness, sunny days and rain. Without the dark days we could never see the light; darkness gives meaning to light.  The colors and complexities of life, day by day, help us to grow and learn what it is to be human.)





447. red door


old woman
standing at the gate
going inside

 

(Many churches are recognized by their distinctive red doors symbolizing places of sanctuary, safety, and protection.)






446. offering



sipping tea
looking back on things
as the year ends




(Hindsight helps bring things into perspective, offering a broader view of the big picture.)