Appreciating the garden

Good Evening, or whatever is the best greeting to you, in your part of the world!

It has been a tid of a while since my last post. Alan and I have had a full plate and then some! We have done what is necessary; and now it all boils down to the final decision. Hence we are in a 'waiting mode.' We had thought we would have had an answer by Friday; however, it has been moved to early next week. Our listing for our home has also expired; and as mentioned earlier, we are taking a bit of a pause. A lot will depend on what happens next week; and we are hopeful that things will conclude in a positive manner and we can move bountifully forward with our projects.

Should mention too, that yesterday was a bittid of a challenge; so I thought I would 'turn to the Bible for some uplifting encouragement.' As it so happened, the pages 'flew' to Hebrews 11:1. That was exactly what I needed to read and hear! ie. "Now Faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen." I have included that passage a few times in my recent posts! Then I was further 'Guided' to an emdearing tidbit booklet 'Time with God for Mothers' (also gave my daughter the booklet for Mother's Day); and the page immediately wondrously opened to "Faith is the Key" (Hebrews 11:6) and it is very true. You can refer to Hebrews 11:6. "And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him."

I thought what an awesome ephifany! There are no coincidences here!

Today, Alan sawed down a tree that has been a bittidz of an 'eyesore' in our side patio garden; and what a huge tidbitz of a difference that has made! Amazing light, as well as wonderful new space! Alan will need a chain saw to completely remove the remaining tree stubs from the root ball. Later in the next week or two, we will go and pick up some more soil. Alan will shovel five bags of blended mixtures of soils, which will cover the innumerable existing small rocks, leaves etc. Then we will scatter grass seed over it; which will look great in time. The tree was an old tree; and after much deliberation, we thought it asthetically best to cut it down.

We are looking forward to going to our favourite Produce / Nursery Farm tomorrow afternoon. We hope to find a couple of flowering plants; an azelea and / or a rhododendron, which we will plant in two good size planters, against the perimeter of our fence. Even our Blue was happy about the extra garden; plus his 'doghouse' is now nice and clean.

Last night we watched an inspirational movie, a true story, called 'Below Eight.' Well worth seeing.

Looking forward to watching also, the T.V. Vision Channel tomorrow morning. ie. 'Hour of Power'(www.hourofpower.org) and 'Living Truth' (www.livingtruth.ca). Will view 'Enjoying Everyday Life' online at www.joycemeyer.org. as the T.V. time has been changed.

Tidbit - He IS our Refuge and Strength. So, if / when you are feeling 'overwhelmed', weary, discouraged, etc, take time out to 'rest' in Him. The Bible is also comforting and bolsters one's spirits. I love the Psalms!

Bittid - 'Gardening' is invigorating and healthy for the soul; particularly when the weather is sunny and mild. You can re evaluate, recharge your batteries, and be refreshed with a fresh focus.

We have enjoyed a pleasantly restful day; and have also reflected gratefully upon our Blessings that He has Given / Gives us. We are thankful too, that it is evening; and we will appreciate a quiet night at home.

Here is wishing you a good R & R weekend. Love the above photo image; there are lots of rhodos flourishing in many beautiful vivid colours, throughout our complex!

Peace and God Bless.