"Be still, and know that I am God:I will be exalted among the heathen,I will be exalted in the earth." Psalm 46:10 In the still, quiet moments, under the shade of God’s majestic, green canopy, I see Him exalted in the beauty and peacefulness of His handiwork. When I take the time to stop, get alone and turn off the man-made noise, chaos, and clatter to listen to the voices of nature, I hear His ...
Continue ReadingSpending Time Contemplating the Productivity of My Passions
One thing I really grasped on my recent trip is the fact that the beauty of our Creator’s handiwork is all around us, and it’s up to me to take in the breathtaking solace of it. The tranquility of His life-supporting Creation nurtures and stirs up passions in me like nothing else I do. The gorgeous views of nature that I saw and enjoyed on this spring journey reminded me of what I truly love—being ...
Continue ReadingSpending Time Contemplating the Pleasure of Hospitality from Others
Friendliness still exists! Shocking, I know. But, it was so nice to see that there are still kind, friendly, and hospitable people roaming this world. They are everywhere, in communities, in businesses, in shops, at car shows, in botanical gardens, in stores, in restaurants, and on the streets of large and small cities. During our recent travels to GA, TN, NJ, NY, and AL, I found that kindness and ...
Continue ReadingSpending Time Contemplating the Place I Call Home
If home is where the heart is, then, I have a lot of homes. Our recent trip reminded me of my heartfelt attachment to the place where I reside, and how I also feel at home roaming in nature and spending restful and relaxing time by myself or with those I love. Where I Reside My container gardens were budding and blooming when we left on our trip. I kinda wanted to stay and watch the ...
Continue ReadingSpending Time Contemplating the Path of My Heart
Wow! What a refreshing blessing it was to have some time with my husband to get away from our regular routines and responsibilities. It was a great opportunity for us to celebrate our lives and accomplishments while getting to visit with family and friends, make new acquaintances, relax in nature’s beauty, enjoy fun places and events, and try new food and activities. Spending Time A Long Way ...
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