Light for the Path

Perspective It’s all about perspective. It’s the height of rainy season here. It has rained every day for two months. The sun has only appeared occasionally. Looking out at the front yard, it is a muddy mess. Looking at the backyard, it is a beautiful green jungle flourishing because of the rain. It’s all about perspective. Both are true pictures, both are real. Where will I put my focus?   The world is a mess. Just listen to the news - there are hurricanes, acts of violence, political protests, moral divides. A big muddy mess. I could put my focus there. I can complain about the mud. I can point out who I think are the muddiest people. I can howl in protest when someone splashes me with the mud or when the dog shakes it all over me. I can even hide inside my house, trying to isolate myself from the mud.   Or I could look around for the good. I could focus on the beautiful creation right in my back yard and pay attention to my neighbors who a...