winds
Wind whips quickly from the northwest bringing with it bone chilling change from cold to colder. The full leafed pecan tree standing stately in the sun lit terrain suddenly gives up its leaves to the blowing flow and then stands barren and exposed. Summer is far behind us now and soon autumn will give way to a full fledged winter. Change is omnipresent and at times such as these makes itself known to a greater degree than others. Experience tells us that these days too will give way to others and the rebirth of springtime will emerge with welcomed chirps and warmer winds. Change is an intimate part of life. Some see it as an enemy where others see it as a friend. Peace comes in its embrace within the arms of gratitude for within that embrace awaits the richness of the Creator. “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
A mist hangs in the distance as an overcast sky provides containment for the moisture laden fields. Some severe storms passed through last evening from the south on their northern trekked journey. Gusts of wind and rain drenched the landscape and the garden bringing needed water and unwelcomed blows. Unsecured flower pots and light weight yard furniture became unsuspecting victims of the blows. Today presents opportunities for collecting and correcting the wayward objects from their windblown locations back to their decorative stations. A reprieve from the unseasonable heat has followed the line of storms and we give thanks for greater comfort in pursuing our restoration tasks. Experience has taught this boomer that gratitude makes the task of restoration or repair easier to endure. The load seems lighter in the presence of gratitude than under the weight of pessimism or perceived burdens. May your day be brightened in the presence of thankfulness and your burdens lightened by arms filled with gratitude!