Guatemala Photo Of The Day – Weaving Something Beautiful
We look at life from the back side of the tapestry. And most of the time, what we see is loose threads, tangled knots and the like. But occasionally, God’s light shines through the tapestry, and we get a glimpse of the larger design with God weaving together the darks and lights of existence.
John Piper
This woman was part of Betty’s family. She seemed to be respected as a grandmother, but I’m not sure exactly what her relationship was to Betty and her family.
In this picture, she is back weaving. This is a skill learned by girls in the community, and it continues on throughout life as a way for women to contribute to the family income. The woman in this photo is making a scarf or table runner. As you can see, the colors are brilliant. With each pass of the thread, a beautiful work begins to take shape.
She is weaving a piece of fabric, but she is also weaving a beautiful story. Her face shows a path taken – one which has not always been easy, and yet it is about surviving amidst the hardships of life. I recall seeing her as we worked on Betty’s house that this woman was always busy – washing dishes, back weaving, and cooking tortillas. She is setting the tone for Betty and her young children. The story she is weaving is an example to keep working hard and to keep contributing to what is going on around you.
What story are you weaving with your life? How are you making a difference today? And what legacy are you leaving for those behind you?
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