Sunrise of the Soul by Jo Winkowitsch I walked in humble awe today, Overtaken by the lessons and beauty as the cold, lonely night was transfigured by Morning's warm touch. She lifted her brilliant yellow, pink and blue glory from where she had hidden all night, and brought a sea of light to the once-dark world... (A world which had long been held captive In monotone hues and discouraging horizons). She whispered to me that she must be appreciated and experienced in the present moment... with eyes and hearts intoxicated by her gentle strength and beauty. If not, she would be missed. Pushing her head up... She displaced the darkness, and glowed with the blessed hope of Promise, of Beauty, of Peace. I am struck with how this mirrors life. I see a glimmer of what is to be as I awaken from a long sleep to fix my eyes on a surprising majesty and splendor being offered by a sweet sunrise in my soul. I dare not describe it to you... for words seem flat and lacking... but my heart is beginning to delight in, and be excited by what I see and feel... For now Light is dancing with what was... I wonder if such a sunrise is best shared by those who find themselves content to be standing close... sharing their views as they dare to look... I cannot answer that question alone... So Today... I watch the sunrise and wait to see what she will reveal, and who will stay with me to enjoy what she has to offer. My heart overflows with tears of joy as I thank God for the opportunity to witness and experience the amazing mystery of a new day dawning... ...For Night said it would never be so... ( written 8 months after Joslin died )