Why I like sunsets.

I am drawn to sunsets. I have great sunset pictures from around the United States. Sunset is the best time of every day. Sunrise is that time of day when you take a deep breath and say, "okay, I'm ready, bring it on!" The adrenaline is flowing, you're ready to do battle for another day. But, sunset is that time of day when all the world seems to take a deep breath and, for just moment, rest. The wind usually seems to calm. The birds coo quietly in the trees as they settle in for the night. The sun slowly falls behind the horizon as it displays bright, dazzling colors that capture the gaze of anyone who takes the time to look.

All of life is silhouetted against the light and everything seems equal. Each sunset gives me that chance to breathe deep and say, "I made it through another day. I'm still here." I can relax and refuel and reflect on the day. Some days I have accomplished great things, some days small things. Some days I find answers to questions and some days I just survive. Some days, like yesterday, I worship God, eat food that's bad for me, watch old movies, and take naps. Those days are some of the best. Even on the days when I do nothing of any real consequence I can still reflect upon the glowing horizon and say, "this was a good day." As the colors rise, burn, and then fade as the sun slips below the foothills I can hear the music of a lullaby in my soul. All the labors and emotions and struggles of the day flow away with the fading glow and I can sleep and prepare for the coming sunrise and a new day. And that is why I love sunsets.