An autumn look-alike is here
Grey sky
Fog slides ever slowly
Through the branches of the trees
Over land
Over lake
Doves shy around falling leaves
By the lake’s lotus flowers
The white geese sit and ponder
Like Zen masters in trance.

Romantic air fills the park
We have an entire quiet park for ourselves
My friend and me —
People have returned home for New Year
So still and peaceful here
Holy serenity!

Thank you, God.

Suddenly
A burst of little light bulbs erupts in every color
Dazzling
Enchanting
Enwrapping
The foggy park in glory and power!

Whoa!
What a miracle!
Such beauty, such wonder
Given us
To behold and savor!
A wondrous reminder
Our God’s with us at all times
In everything everywhere everyscene.

What can we say, my Lord!
You love us
You know our hearts
You enjoy cheering us every second
You pour your blessings on us
Now and forevermore.

We know you
We love you
We see you.
Thank you, our Beloved Father.

What a marvellous evening!

Amamus te, Domine.

Amen

(TĐH, Feb. 11, 2026)