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Antoine de Saint-Exupery

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There’s Something about Seeing

At this time of year it’s hard to find a parking place in metroparks. The birders have returned, migrating to the parks to satisfy their passion to see a Waxwing or a Great Crested Flycatcher. There’s a thrill in seeing whether it’s birds, stars, meteors, rainbows, a five-star movie, or the pope. The oohs and ahs. The first one to spot the rare sight. The Resurrection stories are stories of seeing. “We have seen the Lord.” “He saw and believed.” “She turned around and saw Jesus standing there.”  “He saw the linen cloths by themselves.” Be on the lookout today. Something may remind you of the Risen Lord.

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