Walking on Sunshine

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I titled this blog post after a song. I bought this record and plan on playing it today, and it will be the song of the day. When I heard the lyrics, I hope no one gets any ideas about my relationships. But, the only loving relationship I have right now is with my children, family and friends. I am not looking for anything else. I have found a new relationship with God, though. And, it mostly happens in the morning during sunrise. It is a feeling I haven't had in a really long time. It is warm and embracing. Sounds really wierd, I know. But, being alone I am truly happy I can have those feelings. The first week I was living across from the ocean I couldn't even look outside. It took awhile before I could look at the light of the morning sky. It hurt, it stung my eyes. I kept looking away. Then my birthday morning I burst out the door to witness and record with photographs the magic of a sunrise. This morning I had the choice to go out and see the sunrise. It was good to know the temperatures are in the 50's, but there are still low clouds, so the sky isn't as golden. Being away for a few days I couldn't wait to get back to the sound of the ocean and the sunrise. But, the urge just wasn't there this morning. I am thinking of all the things I have to get done today. After today I will only have one day off before Christmas. So, I will be listening to this song today. Maybe, creating my own sign of "walking on sunshine" to take a photo of a sunrise or sunset with. Quote of the day: “A Sunrise is God's way of saying, "Let's start again.” Song of the Day: Walking on Sunshine

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