"Skyward, look skyward" this lily seems to say. You can not overlook this flower as its fragrance is strong and its petals are big and bold...one big announcement that stands out. Even by looking at a mere photo of it gives me heady memories of somber wakes. As if to console the mourners, they direct our gaze towards the heavens.
Back in the 80s, there used to be a club (or disco, as they called it then) where one could find "stars" -- people who have achieved some kind of celebrity status. As if being in their presence somehow elevated one's own social standing, hoping that the fame they possess will rub off on whoever came close as they danced to Rick Astley, The Breakfast Club and New Order.
And here's another thought. Those shepherds in the Nativity Story who from their posts among their flock of sheep were awestruck as they saw this one special star, a star so bright like no other, signaling the presence of One who has come to elevate and rescue us all from our miserable hopeless selves.
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| Angels announcing the Nativity (Angels appeared to the shepherds to lead them to the birthplace of Jesus) Painting inside the Church of the Shepherds in Bethlehem, Israel |
