my friend Jesus

by: Evelyn Oglesby

I sit by a creek, noticing the way it feels when the water streams past my feet towards a far destination. The warm effervescent sun beaming against my body slows my thoughts and calms my spirit. The rough rocks and fine sand run through my fingers, grounding me in the very present moment. A big deep breath, in and out. I smell the fresh water and the blooming flowers sifting through the air. a small smirk emerges on my face while I think upon my friend Jesus. Suddenly the waters rush faster and the air feels as though it's lifting me and I no longer bear weight of burdens. I know then that He is there. Rocks clunk together in the most beautiful sound of His footsteps. My heart flutters with delight and my cheeks are pulled back into a smile. He is here. He gently sits next to me and I lay my head in which He created and knows on His soft shoulder. "I will always be with you" He softly whispers. We sit together marveling at his creation, each tree with every detail. The vibrant green against the dark brown makes for a pleasing palette for my eyes. I notice every groove running up the trunk, so intricately carved for an incredible purpose. My eyes climb up to the branches bearing leaves; the veins streaming through every leaf reminds me of the veins throughout my body which carry blood to its intended places. The birds singing praise and the trees undulating at the sound of his name leave me in awe. The soft zephyr cools my body from the penetrating sun. I notice the ever so small waterfall carry the water past the magnificent trees towards the mountains that bow and tremble at the sight of the almighty. It begins gently raining. I start to dance at the music being played of the water hitting the rocks and sand. Tears flow down my cheek out of pure love for my friend Jesus. the rains slows and a bow of majestic colors appear in the sky and a monarch butterfly flutters its way onto my shoulder. Its wings are painted in orange and black creating unique shapes to which only itself has. My eyes follow the brilliantly beautiful creature as it flies away towards the verdant valley. My love only grows stronger and stronger for my friend Jesus.