Winnie the Pooh said, “Spring has sprung, the grass is rizz. I wonder …” If you were to ask me in December, what is my favorite season, I would tell you – Winter! In July, Summer and in September, Fall. Do you catch my drift?

I love all the seasons and, generally, the one that I am “in” is my favorite. That being said, there is something extra special about Spring. Having grown up and lived in the frozen north country for most of my life, the advent of green buds on the trees, crocus pushing through the snow and baseball spring training always made my heart sing. New life was on the way!

While springtime in Florida doesn’t always have the drama of the North, it is a beautiful and exciting time of the year. The crepe myrtles are budding, the frozen hibiscus plants are greening to life and my little patio garden is vigorously producing delicious lettuce for fresh salads. Oh, and I must mention the cherry tomato plant in a large pot which will soon yield its bounty. What a thrill it is to watch and encourage this growth.

Florida has the added advantage of being able to attend a Spring Training game in person. An annual event that Rich and I look forward to every year. We are blessed.

Like Winnie the Pooh, I also wonder. This season is a time of wonder. With Easter as a centerpiece and Jesus’ death and resurrection as the pivotal events of springtime, I wonder about the majesty and power of God. So much of what I know was learned as a child. As an adult, I wonder and question and wonder and question.

Sometimes, answers come in the form of wonder, how strange! However, when I wander around my yard and see new life peeking up through the winter grass, I am overcome with the mystery of life. In that feeling of overwhelm, I can see the hand of God and can accept His power.

I am humbled by my powerlessness over these events and grateful for a loving God who provides for His children. Once again, I know that God loves each one of His children with an eternal and unconditional love. He loves you unconditionally. Allelulia!

Read Ecclesiastes 3:9-14

Terri