My goal this morning was to catch the
sunrise over the valley. Since I am still on East Coast time that was
easy. I was dressed and out the door by 6:00AM... with sunrise
projected for 6:16AM I was right on time. I drove out to Airport Road
where I was told all the locals go to marvel at the awakening of the
mountains.
At first I was a little disappointed,
as the view of the mountains were no different than the one I have
out my own window... plus I was further away. However... as the sun
peaked over the eastern sky and rose above the mountains on that side
the magic began to happen.
A small gathering of us... about 6
people... held our breath as the first rays shined on the highest
peak. Minute by minute the scenery changed as more and more of the
valley seemed lit from within. Layer by layer the earth seemed to be
waking... the colors of the red rocks began to come alive. From my vantage
point I could see the entire valley... not just the cliffs outside my
window. It was such an awesome experience!!
If you look closely at the picture above you will see the first rays hit the right side of the tallest peak.
In the distance we could faintly hear
the loud speakers of the sunrise service being held a few miles down
the road. The six of us looked at each other and decided we were all
in the right place at the right time. Easter morning... diverse
ethnic and religious backgrounds and beliefs, experiencing the waking
of the valley together.
Whenever 2 or more are gathered in his
name... there is love.
Happy Easter everyone!!!
