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About oct17

The little girl in me loves bird watching, butterflies, sunrises, sunsets, walks in the rain; the adult I am enjoys the same. I sense God's awesomeness in all of life--what wonder there is in slicing a leek or cutting open a pomegranate. I have many favorite things--a formation of Canadian geese flying overhead, the giggles of my grand daughters, the first ripe watermelon in summer, snowflakes on my face--these gifts from my heavenly Father delight me continually.

Moments to cherish

Posted on June 26, 2012 by oct17

I sensed expectancy as I was oiling a bagel. Something or Someone was near me–a presence. I rested in the thought that, indeed, life–real joy-filled life is living with this wonder of a new morning. An invitation was being given … Continue reading →

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First thoughts

Posted on June 21, 2012 by oct17

A surreal sense of peace-a soft cocoon security fills me this morning. It welcomed me as I went into the kitchen, ablaze with early morning’s first glow. Contentment for the moment–ah, this is how one lives. I breathed deeply into … Continue reading →

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