The Golden Gate Bridge is a suspension bridge that spans the Golden Gate (a narrow, deep strait) connecting the city of San Francisco to Marin County. Although close by proximity, the two sides of the strait are separated by significant natural obstacles. Crossing the strait directly by boat is dangerous because of strong currents and lack of suitable landings. Circumnavigating the Bay, however, involves a trip of several hundred miles and crossing several major rivers. From Wikipedia

Practically speaking, bridges connect one place to another. It makes crossing an area much easier, creating closeness between spaces that would otherwise be cut-off.

Symbolically, bridges also connect things and symbolize change and transition, but they can also signify stability.

We build bridges with each other every day. We share time and conversations. We develop friendships. We give and take.

Today we are going to share our thoughts about the object we brought symbolizing love. Then we are going to pass it on to someone else. Just as the many wires connecting the Golden Gate Bridge add to its stability, strength and flexibility, imagine how loving relationships build those types of connections in our lives. Many strings reaching out to those around us, everyone connected.

Love and faithfulness meet together; righteousness and peace kiss each other. Psalm 85: 10

Is there any one thing that makes love successful? Many things are bound together and it should not be occasional.

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