Resilience [Peggy's Cove]

Sometimes the sound of the waves is so loud that you can’t hear yourself think, other nights it’s a mere breath on the wind. 

Peggy’s Point Lighthouse stands tall and strong on a barren rock outcrop at the entrance to St. Margaret’s Bay. Its history dates back to 1898 when the first beacon guided seafarers of that era. The present structure, a testament to enduring craftsmanship, was erected in 1915.

My proximity to Peggy's Cove has afforded me the opportunity to witness it in every imaginable weather condition, from the inaugural snowfall of the year to idyllic summer afternoons and tempestuous hurricanes. To capture it with the stars means clear skies, though those don’t always coincide with calm nights.

What consistently strikes me, regardless of the weather, is the indomitable resilience of this landscape—the unyielding granite outcrop, the strong and tall lighthouse. It can endure harsh sunlight or bear the brunt of colossal waves, and yet it stands, resilient to the forces upon it.

However, one cannot disregard the human element here. We, too, are integral to this tableau. Without us, there would be no need for a beacon on this dangerous rock, and without our diligence, the lighthouse would succumb to the relentless elements. 

It serves as a poignant reminder that the landscape possesses a resilience of its own, and with some care and attention we can find resilience within ourselves as well.