Have you ever read “Little Bear”? (It’s a children’s book.) He made some birthday soup on his birthday thinking his friends might stop by . . . and they did.
I had a very refreshing morning! My babysitter, Sheirlee, had the three oldest children at their place this morning. What did I do with my “free” morning? After having an extra long “quiet time” (devotions) and a nap (which usually means lying exhausted upon my bed and not sleeping ;) I straightened up the house a bit. Then I jumped in the van with Wayne and took off to visit a friend.
Blanche and her flowers do a body good! She graciously let me cut some daffodils, tulips and blue bells (not sure the correct name) for a lovely bouquet. Her daffodils reminded me of my grandparents place where my parents now live. There were daffodils galore in the woods and all about. One particular time I was privileged to pick a whole box of them and decorate tables for our youth group supper. That was pure pleasure! Anyway I asked if I could take a few for Bertha too.
I arrived at Bertha’s to find two other guests sitting around her kitchen table. As I handed the flowers to Bertha, Norma commented that she had wanted to bring Bertha some fresh cut flowers for her birthday, but wasn't able to. I told Bertha that I did not know that today was her birthday (86th) but that God remembered and sent them for her!
And guess what they were having for lunch? That’s right! I was invited to join them for birthday soup and fresh strawberry pie!
4 comments:
Amiee,
I enjoy reading your notes!
I find them encouraging and uplifting even if I can so relate.
Your cousin-in-law
Diane
(from Maine)
Hi, Diane!
Thanks for your encouragement! I was hesitant to start this, but my husband convinced me to do it!
My main reason was to encourage myself to write. I want to leave behind something for my children of my heart and soul if I should die "early". I want them to feel like they kinda knew me, to see God working in my life. I want them to know that He was there for me . . . my strength . . . my song!
I also, at the same time, want to share my heart with you and whoever else reads this that maybe some young mom will find strength to go on when life is rough.
May His name be praised!
Hi Aimee!
What a blessing your site has been! it's almost like getting a little note in the mail from you every day. :) God bless your day...and YOU! With love, Joy
Joy, here's one of my favorite blogs . . .thought you might enjoy it too.
I'n not sure how to put in a link. (Need Japheth for that!) but this will get you there.
http://www.dorcassmucker.blogspot.com/
Have you read her book "Ordinary Days"? I love it!
Praying for you!
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