Touching the Mystery

Image by Elana Hernon

I am painting, and am deeply caught by the wonder of the roses; the roses are so red and beautiful against the bluest of skies. I am finished. I stand back and look at it. At first I am pleased and proud. But I become shocked and a little bit scared. How did I do this?

“The skill is far beyond what I can do.

I look at the roses, and feel them again. I had…