We went up the canyon on Easter Sunday. I felt like I was being rebellious or "weird" for not doing something more traditional. After we had all eaten though, and were exploring the new life of the canyon, I began to ask Jeremiah and Caleb questions about what they saw that was different. Were the leaves different and if so, how? How about the trees? The grass? Bugs? It is always fun to watch your children discover things. The excitement in a child is one of the best parts of parenting.
I was surprised to find myself loving the new life of the canyon, of spring time. The timing could not have been more perfect- Easter Sunday. Usually it's day of family and a nice ham, Easter baskets and candy, gifts for the little ones. None of these things point to The Resurrection of Our Savior. As I walked among all the new life of spring time though, it seemed to me that everything was pointing to the Savior!
The new life of Spring and Christ Rising from the tomb to live again. I couldn't help but think of the winter we are coming out of though- how dark and snowy it was. Yet all these plants are on schedule to bloom and grow in their own right, despite the winter. And we too can grow and bloom in our right, despite the harsh things this world can throw at us. Despite our own weaknesses, shortcomings, and sins we can apply the Miracle of Christ to our lives and have new joy and hope, just as we can see all around us at this time of year! Christ rose on the third day and we too can over come because He over came!
I am grateful we took the time to enjoy the canyon before it seemed like the canyon would be ready for us. We went and enjoyed the new life, the beauty of nature at this time of year, and the Resurrection of Christ!
