For those of us who do not celebrate Easter, this is a holiday with no corresponding celebratory dates for the rest of us. There is no solstice, no equinox ... there is a full moon, but that is a common joy. It's ok - there is good food, friends, relatives, etc., but there is no corresponding Holiday. But, as I look around me and see that the bare branches of a few weeks ago are starting to look fluffier, and the birds are returning, and the sounds of the spring are increasing...well. There is my own holiday. Life and the joy of it is returning to my little corner of the world. I will celebrate the renewal of that life not by celebrating this "risen" god, but by celebrating the true miracle - the miracle of life and the continuance of that life that the Power allowed to happen in my part of this vast universe. I hope that all of you celebrate your weekend in whatever way is appropriate to you, and that you keep that all-encompassing and overpowering love of the Creator in your hands for the day. Live well, spread happiness, and while you are at it - grab your sketchbook and make at least one page worth of creative activity for your own soul's good.
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