The scales tipped heavily in joy's favor this past weekend as I saw...
Community
Laughter and games
Sweet sons working hard
God's work in M's life
M's moving words before his baptism yesterday
Father to son, "I baptize you my brother...."
encouraging words from those who were themselves encouraged
lots of sandwich fixings
watermelon cheesecake at Matthew's request
friends - young and old, silver and gold
friends - who stick around all day and even after you go to bed
backyard pool
created games
impromptu swimming instruction
hanging out in the water and at the water's edge
movie discussions
sitting next to Coty on the futon
a good night's sleep
a good morning's walk
helpful suggestions
time to read, time to plan
plethora of good books
a loaner not often loaned out
hum of cicadas
lightning flashes
crape myrtle full of blossosms
fresh peaches - again - another whole basket full!
It has been easy to give thanks these last few days. God's gifts have been abundant and they feel good.
His gifts to us, however, are not always so easily seen and felt as good. Even then, when we have to look harder to see the beauty, strain to see Jesus, strive (with His energy) to trust that He is good, yes, even then we are called to give thanks. In all things. All the time. Without ceasing.
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1 comment:
I've been mulling over Ann V's words too. So glad the joy scale tipped your way this week!
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