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I’m grateful to have an inquisitive mind and like to problem solve, as in DIY projects, fixing things at home, taking charge of my own health without meds, gardening, cooking and keeping up with tech stuff in computers and other devices. Figuring out how I can do something myself brings me a lot of satisfaction.
Using the last of the garden veggies: a bunch of green cherry tomatoes… I mean a whole bunch! … how do I use them if I don’t want to pickle them? I found a chicken and green tomato chili recipe that I’ll make later today. I find that using as much as I can of the produce of my own garden brings joy and meaning…. and immense gratitude.
This is a small thing, but what came first to my mind as I read the question: Two days ago, I saw a man petting his dog at a crosswalk as I was about to turn right. I slowed, not sure if he was going to stand and begin crossing with his dog. I turned slowly, glancing his way as I went past him. He looked up with a lovely smile on his face, our eyes meeting for just that quick moment. The “gift” I received was a glimpse into the joy he felt being with his dog, enjoying the day...
This is a small thing, but what came first to my mind as I read the question: Two days ago, I saw a man petting his dog at a crosswalk as I was about to turn right. I slowed, not sure if he was going to stand and begin crossing with his dog. I turned slowly, glancing his way as I went past him. He looked up with a lovely smile on his face, our eyes meeting for just that quick moment. The “gift” I received was a glimpse into the joy he felt being with his dog, enjoying the day and that moment at a street corner in a little town in northern Wisconsin. I was grateful to remember how many small joys and satisfactions we have all around us, when we have eyes to see.
This question actually jogged my thoughts toward a personal visit to someone. I could write a card and she would love it. She would love a visit even more.
In family, marriage, living in the woods, general health, having many interests and a can-do spirit. Being loved. Knowing I am held by God – and many times actually living as if I believe that!
Another confusing question. Or something. Understanding doesn’t necessarily lead to less fear; I can listen to another person, try to understand their position, but in the end I just fear what such beliefs will lead a person to. So I just have to trust God and “be not afraid.”
Listen without judgment. Show up.
I ponder more and more how to take care of my part of the earth and support wider efforts for ecology, pollinators, birds, and the endangered. (And I DO, not just ponder…) These things are sacred because they are God’s Creation and the first way in which God has revealed Godself to me/us….
Gratitude and being centered when I had a long-lasting physical ailment opened me to physical healing in the past. And, I’m of the belief that “healing” isn’t merely physical – and in fact, emotional and spiritual healing is actually more important, even if physical healing of an ailment never occurs.
I’m not sure about “new” life-lessons. The lessons are more like repeats – reinforcements – reminders.
Last night, I could not fall asleep and was awake until 2 a.m. … and my thoughtful husband gave me the gift of being able to stay in bed much later than usual for me this morning. Thank you, dear one.
I will continue to be grateful. I will be aware of where God is calling me to be responsive to others. I will be kind and loving. I will love God with all my heart, soul, mind and strength and love my neighbor as myself. This is how I will live the day with reverence and end the day with reverence.
The foliage of the autumn trees outside. My husband near me, doing his own reading and work on his laptop. Coffee. My faithful 16 year old dog curled asleep in his bed. Our home. (I could go on…)
It’s so funny that you wrote this – I did the same thing with a ton of regular tomato plants a few years ago, but hung them upside down in my unheated garage – (but under the house, so it never completely freezes but just kind of a root cellar temp). When I’d open the garage door, it looked like I was drying marijuana plants in there, seriously! … Luckily we live in the woods so no neighbors could report my suspicious behavior! We had tomatoes ripening all ...
It’s so funny that you wrote this – I did the same thing with a ton of regular tomato plants a few years ago, but hung them upside down in my unheated garage – (but under the house, so it never completely freezes but just kind of a root cellar temp). When I’d open the garage door, it looked like I was drying marijuana plants in there, seriously! … Luckily we live in the woods so no neighbors could report my suspicious behavior! We had tomatoes ripening all the way to Thanksgiving that year. I’ve done the paper bag thing with large tomatoes, but I frankly just want to use up these little guys and be done with them! Big tomatoes are worth the time and effort to baby them along…
You’ve brought tears to my eyes as well…. What a beautiful gift in this God-filled connection with Rose, her daughter and her daughter’s husband. May this relationship continue to be a source of comfort and blessing to you all.
It’s good to remember those unknown hands and hearts that help get our daily food and drink to us. Thank you!
I would love to see and hear you on YouTube. Let us know a link when you are ready to share with us!!
Thanks, I needed that!!!
You are always a joy, Christine. Thank you – and I send you the gift of love and friendship today from far-away Wisconsin!
I loved the tour of your home. Again, wish we lived closer so I could hear your stories.
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