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| Candle and Flowers at our Table. |
I have been staying home and resting for the past few days. I walked the property to see all the sticks and debris from the winter that must be cleared up. We hope to have the grandchildren come and help us one day soon. It has been lovely outdoors with the sounds of the birds and the beauty of nature. Then it snowed and the ground was all covered again in white.
I have been listening to Christmas music to bring an extra sense of cheer to our days. I have a CD of an orchestra playing gentle songs for the kitchen. In my car I have a CD of Bing Crosby's Christmas songs. It is old fashioned and charming.
I have been baking, cleaning, doing laundry, and just enjoying the quietness of home. There are no worries of the world here to trouble me. There are no business hours, stresses, or news to cause panic or fear.
Each morning, just before breakfast, I walk about the rooms for exercise. While this is going on, I hold a book of devotions in my hands and read the daily passage. Then I read several hymns. They encourage me greatly. They bring me a sense of rest and peace.
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| A page from one of my hymn books. |
I am doing my best to think only about today. I must not worry about tomorrow. I am weary and worn out. Tomorrow I will be taking our patient to the hospital for treatment. I will get as much rest as I can and then in the morning, there will be new strength given to face another day.
I know Who holds tomorrow. And I know Who watches over me. All will be well.
Blessings
Mrs. White
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11 comments:
I hope all goes well with your patient's hospital visit. May God bless all of you...
I have a loop in home that I use a walking path too.
yes, grandchildren will be very helpful for picking up sticks.
I’ll be praying for a safe journey and successful treatment
Praying that all goes well tomorrow for you and your patient, Mrs. White. Jesus tells us to take one day at a time, for each has its own challenges, and He will meet us there where we are. Blessings to you and your family!
Prayers for you and your son tomorrow. God is your strength. Your home is a domestic church. We must work on our home environment to be a retreat from the world. andrea
P.S...I forgot to add, my husband has been humming Christmas carols. They are about the only songs/music I care for. andrea
Thank you for your post today. Trying hard to learn not to worry about our tomorrows. Thankful for each days grace.
Such lovely thoughts this morning, thank you.
Dear Mrs. White...may you feast on daily manna...
"As your days, so your strength will be.
“There is no one like God, Jeshurun,
who rides on the heavens for your help,
in his excellency on the skies.
The eternal God is your dwelling place.
Underneath are the everlasting arms."
Deuteronomy 33:25b-27
Have a safe trip, Mrs. White! Home is our sanctuary also.
Hugs
Jane
Prayers for your trip, Mrs Whie. I hope all goes well and it is not too tiring. I so enjoyed this post, gentle and calming.
“ I know Who holds tomorrow. And I know Who watches over me. All will be well.” Amen! 🙏🏻
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