Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder

If you are one of my faithful readers, you are well aware that we have been doing a lot of biking lately to get from place to place. Aside from the obvious health benefits, I have also gained a new perspective on the world around me. I suppose having to slow down has its benefits.

Of course, some of my newly discovered perspectives may have something to do with my foray into the world of photography. I have always been passionate about taking photos, especially since my little one came into our lives. However, I have never really delved into it because I was frustrated by my ineptitude at capturing the beauty I beheld with my eyes. Now that I have begun to study and learn some of the more technical aspects of photography, I am encouraged to find that sometimes I manage to get it to all come together in a beautiful photograph.

So, I said all of that to say that I have slowed down and begun to look for the beauty in the world around me. Do you know what I discovered? No, but you would like to know. Well, I'm glad you asked. I found that you do not have to look very far to find it. Beauty is all around us if we choose to see it.

It is in a simple flower found by the roadside. How amazing that our Creator, our Papa shares this gorgeous gift with us. (By the way, I made a total idiot of myself taking this photo. I was laying in the grass a few feet from the street trying to get the perfect shot. I'm sure the passers-by thought there was something seriously wrong with me.)

It is in a butterfly lighting on a bloom for a split second before flitting off. What a joy to see and treasure His creation.

This beauty is in the smallest details of our children. Do you remember when your little ones were born? Of course, you do! What was I thinking asking such a ludicrous question? Didn't you rejoice in each little finger and every little toe, counting them to be sure there were ten of each?

My lesson learned in the past few weeks is to store up and treasure these gifts. These moments are the true riches of this life. No amount of money can purchase the blessings that are so freely given by our Father. So, take just a few minutes, slow down and enjoy the beauty around you!