Elohim September 2015 | Page 20

“I find it funny that we incarcerate or fine people for defacing an ancient painting, but call no foul when daily we’re told to intentionally alter and deface God’s artistic expression in our bodies.” - Abby Kelly - H e pressed his thumb into the hollow of her cheek, then bent low to kiss her, exhaling life-breath into her lungs. As she stirred and reached a baby soft hand toward His face, He stood back to gauge His work. “So good,” He murmured. “She’s exquisite.” He smiled, proud of His own masterpiece. I’ve been doing this for generations He thought. In fact, thousands and thousands of years and yet, I’ve never made one like her before. Page 20 Finally, reticent to send her out, He planted a parting kiss on the crown of her head. “See you soon, princess.” Then He let her slip through the birth canal into fragile human hands. Years went by. Every moment of her life, He watched her. Each day, He tugged her a little taller, straightened her spine, sharpened her mind and loosened her tongue. He was so pleased with her! Eyes the color of mountain peaks seared by morning sun. He especially delighted in the swirl of her thumb print. Just so. He set the metronome of her heart precisely, His signature in her breast. Used with permission. http://articles.faithwriters.com/reprint-article-details.php?id=29990 Defaced