PERFECTION

Perfection is in the eye of the beholder. To a toddler, having one more building block added to the tower brings the joy of completion. In a school-aged child, crossing the bars without falling off is a sign of success. A teenager lets out the sigh of relief after presenting a flawless speech in front of his peers. The disabled have grins of sheer exhilaration as they achieve a goal seemed impossible only months before. A parent only sees perfection in the accomplishments of a child, or while in meeting one’s own life-long goals. Perfection does not mean impeccably correct. Instead, it is giving 100% to the task, being proud of the final product, and gaining wisdom during the process. Praying to God, the absolute perfect one, will always be there to help us get through any hurdles along the way.
~Marie T. Morrison~

AS ONE

What can bring about togetherness? A friendship can. Laughter can. Love can bring one or more together. Marriage does. Gathering for a funeral does, to share tears and memories. Writing a letter to tell a story or recall a treasured moment are lovely moments of togetherness. Above all, having hope, having faith, never giving up and praying to God brings everyone together, no matter where they are in the world, no matter the religion, the disability, the level of wealth. We are one, all seeking the same thing. Together.
~Marie T. Morrison~

AN UNEXPECTED DAY

My day is now done. My calendar had shown it would be a routine day, only having one appointment. I would have time to get caught up my mundane activities. God had other plans for me. Just as I finished my appointment, I received a call, to please, with every effort, immediately attend a high school graduation, in place of someone unable to come. Dressed in attire more for a sports event, I said I would go, though rugged sidewalks and wheelchairs do not make an easy task to reach the place of venue. Without too much struggle, I arrived shortly after the start of the ceremony, I had a lovely time, the graduate came up to me immediately after leaving the stage, so thrilled I had come. As for me, I was given the honor to see one senior after another perform during the ceremony, displaying their various talents to the audience.. To watch a ceremony about the seniors, for the seniors and by the seniors made it a day they will always treasure and remember. I am pleased I went, putting my needs aside, to see how giving a little can bring more happiness than we will ever know. Mundane tasks will always be there. Making treasured memories can be over in a split second. Don’t ever turn down a moment to be part of them.
~Marie T. Morrison~

MY GUEST

I felt
a touch of breeze
as I sat
on my cushioned bench
in my heavenly garden,
filled with every shade
of green, purple, orange,
yellow, pink and white.
The light wind
carried with it
savory scents,
all so delicate,
yet rich enough
to fill a kingdom.


As I smiled,
Inhaling the luscious fragrances,
there was
a second touch of breeze,
lightly brushing my cheeks.
I knew I had company,
the Holy Spirit joining me.
Using the most delicate
of artistry,
my guest filled me
with many blessings,
before gently moving on.

~Marie T. Morrison~

WEAKNESS vs STRENGTH

Admitting a weakness is great, as it is then one can call upon another’s strength, making a terrific team. Instead of working against one another, it is working with each other, making one powerful pair. Behind the scenes is the power of the Holy Spirit, forming a strong community of one, showing how we depend on one another to truly survive in our world.
~Marie T. Morrison~