After the Storm in North Carolina

This weekend, North Carolina experienced its worst storm system in two decades: High winds, and excessive rain, too fast, were the main culprits. For the most part, Greensboro was spared; however, throughout North Carolina, 22 people are dead, 100 injured, and 800 homes need repairing (read WFMY story here). This photo was taken on Saturday at Latham Park and Wendover, just after the waters receded. Earlier, Latham Park was flooded. As bottles, cans, logs, yard debris, and other random items floated by, birds were flying low, from branch to branch, enjoying the fresh air and warm sun. Birds are a symbol of the soul, "flying free of the earth-bound body and seeking the heavens" (reference here), 

This week, as we reflect on the spirit of God's passing over homes during the Jewish Passover and on Jesus' ascending to heaven during Easter, birds hover, swoop, and soar, reminding us there is beauty and hope in a new beginning. Please hold in your hearts those who have lost loved ones and homes this week.

Comments

[robert]

Wishing them dry ground to land and always two hands full of air beneath their wings while searching for it.

Hope everyone is well. Please have a good Wednesday you all.

[Greensboro Daily Photo]

Finally, Robert, someone comments! It takes a kindred spirit from Athens, Greece to post a comment in Greensboro! We've had lots of visitors and even a few private comments through e-mail or Facebook. However, people are hesitant to comment on the blog. Thank you , thank you, Robert. Comments make this volunteer effort all worthwhile!