October 19, 2009 - Houston, TX
The sun is out and it about 68 right now - beautiful day! The pine needles cover my back deck and when I walk outside barefoot, the pieces of pinecones that the squirrels have discarded remind me that I should be wearing shoes.....lol I sit in the sun, swinging on our swing and enjoy the cooler weather and begin to thank GOD for ALL of his blessings. This brings to mind that there are many wonderful things that I take for granted....
My eyesight to be able to view the world that God has created. To see my children's faces and to watch their expressions. And in those expressions to see if they are happy or sad - they eyes are a picture into the soul. My eyes to see accomplishments of others and of my own. Eyes to see my Husband's handiwork as he creates his masterpieces. Eyes to observe and to learn, to read and to dream....
My ability to hear the voices of my children as they giggle and laugh. Ears to hear and listen to my Husband as we enjoy time together. The ability to listen to my friends and the ability to build friendships. The ability to enjoy music and the beautiful instruments. The ability to listen to learn....to hear birds chirpping, dogs barking, cars driving, etc.
As those are just a few of the many things I am guilty of taking for granted - there are many others. I cannot imagine life without those abilities and I know that there are those that must. Thank you Lord for giving me those precious Gifts - I know that they are truly a gift from You!
As I head back into the house, fully refreshed from the fresh air - I am thinking about Fall and how lovely are the colors and how wonderful are the smells!! Fall, in my mind, smells of wood-burning fireplaces, the fresh apple pie, the pumpkin muffins baking, and then the beautiful orange, gold, and red leaves - the scarecrows, pumpkins, and corn stalks adorning the porches of many homes. Yes, these are wonderful things to contemplate and to see popping up around the area.
I encourage you to take time and thank God for your Blessings - never take your ability to enjoy your surroundings for granted. Look around, observe others and spend time with those you love!! Tell your family how much you love them!!!
Cheers!!! (now to find an apple pie!! yummm)
Trisha
Monday, October 19, 2009
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Hey Trisha. Just came across your inspiring BLOG via Mattias' 'Get your blog followers' group on facebook. I've just joined. I am sitting here in chilly Bristol, England, cradling my second baby, Harriet, and just read your post. It sounds so beautiful where you are. It's been raining here for a few hours and its dull. BUT...I read your post and the sun came out. You also reminded me that I can't keep using the fact that I've just given birth not to go back to my church. Thank you. Lovely blog. I'm following you now!
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