This morning when I awoke, the world had been whited out.  A thick layer of fog hung over the yard and all I could hear was the passing honks of Canadian geese on their way to the lake.  For a few moments in my day there was peace.  The kind of peace that draws me close to God. 

While I sipped my coffee I was able to plan my day out.  I was able to reflect.  I was able to pray.  There were no interruptions and the world didn't distract me.  Just 10 minutes alone with God around me gave me the strength to face my day with the security of knowing He would be there -- with me -- each step of the way.

By the time I hit the shower I found myself singing -- singing hymns I had long forgotten that I even knew.  The old favorites that my grandmother played on the piano for me -- the ones that touch me in a way that words cannot describe.  Somewhere from deep inside me my spirit knew the tune I needed -- "what can wash away my sins, nothing but the blood of Jesus..."  The perfect shower song both physically and spiritually.

I was able to sing my way through dressing, while I made breakfast, and when I called my children  -- a wonderful peace and a great way for my children to awaken.....feeling loved and at peace.  The same way my Father awoke me.