Longing for Beauty and Justice – Even Behind Fences
I’ve just returned from a remarkable conference on "Longing for Beauty and Justice," inspired by the writings of C.S. Lewis. This longing for beauty is that feeling when you look out the window and see the misty mountain, knowing something exists beyond it—something greater, something more.
This morning, as I reflected on this longing for beauty, I was reminded of a story shared long ago by Corrie Ten Boom. Alongside her sister Betsy, she endured unimaginable hardships in a Nazi concentration camp. Surrounded by towering security fences that closed them off from the world, they could see nothing beyond the boundaries imposed on them. Each day, they would line up at dawn, facing a seemingly endless reminder of confinement and suffering.
But one morning, in the midst of that grim twilight, Betsy looked up—and there, soaring above, was a lark. The sight of this small bird, a simple symbol of beauty and freedom, pierced through their despair. It reminded them that beauty could find its way into even the harshest places.
Fences and the Spaces They Create
As I reflected on this story, I realized how often beauty and freedom are present in places we might least expect. At Louis E. Page, we may deal in fences and enclosures—structures that mark boundaries or provide protection. Yet, we know that fences can also create spaces for growth, peace, and beauty.
Whether it’s a backyard enclosed for a family gathering, a community garden protected from intrusions, or a farm safeguarding its precious livestock, fences play a role in nurturing what lies within and preserving a vision of justice and security.
Corrie and Betsy’s story reminds us that while fences can feel like barriers, they also create spaces where we can cultivate and protect what matters most. And, like the lark above the camp, beauty and justice have a way of finding us, even beyond the boundaries.
Creating Spaces That Matter
Thank you for letting us serve you and for trusting us with your spaces. May we always find ways to see beauty—wherever we are.
If you’re looking to create a space that balances security with beauty, Terry, our beautiful fence expert, is here to help. She’ll guide you to the products you need. Call her at 978-486-3116.
Wishing you a day full of joy and "found beauty",
Debbie Page
CEO, Louis E. Page Inc – Woman-owned business and Family-owned since 1893. (It adds up to over 131 years owned and run by our family. Think about it: Nobody stays around in business that long without really supporting customers so they want to come back!)
P.S. Beauty and justice can be found even behind fences. Let’s create spaces that reflect both.
