We wait the long wait
From darkness to light,
From Good Friday to Easter.
Suspended hopes,
Longing,
Fear and disappointment.
Memories washed up on the tide.
The dream is over.
The connection lost.
Jesus waits for us at the tomb,
Eager for surprise,
Joyful anticipation of hearts
That will beat faster now,
Wildly unexpecting - Reunion!
He waits for us on the shore,
Unrecognized at first,
Bent down to turn over
A piece of fish on the fire.
A hearty embrace
and laughter.
Again the race is on,
The rush to greet him.
The knowing embrace,
The warmth of companionship.
An abridged chapter. If only
the sands of the Sea of Galilee
could talk.
Death proves not to be a closed door.
Easter morning brings the dawn.
Love again afoot in the world.
The unbroken stream of life
Flowing heavenward.