There is so much we take for granted in our day-to-day life: the sun rises and sets, the seasons change, and for me on the farm, the animals follow their pattern of life. All of this we observe with our phenomenal eyes. What a wonder they are, the information they process.
Our eyes are able to decipher letters, words, colors, objects, and motion. Not only can they process these broad actions, but they can identify different shades of colors. Our eyes can identify different faces of people. They can see the falling of a single snowflake. With a microscope, we can actually see the tiniest details of that snowflake. Our eyes process approximately 10 million bits of information per second. They are an infinitely fascinating part of our body capable of amazing things.
I’ve made two definitive statements in my life concerning myself: “The only thing I’m vain about is my hair. If I lost any of my senses, I would rather it be my hearing and not my sight.” Comment on the first statement is for another day, but I speak to the second today.
I just began a course of treatment that could adversely affect my eyesight. I grimaced and chuckled to myself when this was offered. Which is more important, my life or my eyesight? There’s no competition—my life. So, it gives me a greater appreciation for what I see every day. I’m diligent to follow the care instructions to protect my eyes. I’m thankful for new treatment options and these eyes that are able to see amazing things. (Psalms 139:13-14)
Take time to look around and enjoy, appreciate the beauty presented to you—sometimes it’s as simple as the faces of the people you love.
May 24, 2025
