Easter Sunday

not just another day
of going to work,
or if you are retired 
sitting at home -
or maybe coffee with friends -
no, this day is special,
I mean really special,
in fact, quite extraordinary. 

I liken it to crossing the finish line -
the finish line in a marathon
the completion of quite a project
and I can assure you,
completing my first marathon
was no easy thing.
at one stage, with cramping muscles,
I nearly gave up.

I had - or have somewhere -
a medal for that achievement.
but that was some time ago
and of course I have moved on,
forgive the pun, to other things
like supporting family members
which, as you well know,
can feel like an ongoing marathon.

metaphorically speaking
looking at Easter's medal -
the gold upon gold of His trophy -
well, I believe he sure deserved it,
even if some fail to see it:
the trophy held high for all to share,
                      that living moving victory
                                                of eternal life …

The one word I have chosen this Easter Sunday is accomplishment. Perhaps a time to reflect on what each of us are accomplishing or want to accomplish in the progression of life. You may not have a long-term project. You may be focusing on trying to accomplish tasks on a day-to-day basis as you age!

But after any major accomplishment there usually comes a time for celebration. And each year at Easter Sunday there is an ongoing celebration as a tribute to the unique Easter accomplishment. So, whether you are into party-party or just happy in some quiet way to celebrate Easter; enjoy this special holiday day with family and friends.

Best, Richard Scutter 20 April 2025