I've been inundated by grandchildren this week! Spending time with each one, watching old movies with the older two, keeping them busy with lots of activities, and watching them grow and engage with the world in new ways. They are such fun. There is always something new to enjoy. You never know what they are going to convince you to do--like walking over the dinosaur bones. And I jumped off the high dive for the first time in my life. Grands!
In my spiritual journey, I am always asking, "Lord, what are you saying to me?" I'm always trying to learn to listen better, be more aware of God's presence with me, find that still, small voice speaking more clearly. In the busy-ness of the day, I often realize I've forgotten to pay attention. I love that he doesn't mind me starting over again and again.
Jeremiah was an Old Testament prophet who understood the dilemma, but he also understood his God. Here's what he said: The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
May you know new beginnings each morning and the great faithfulness of the Lord.
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Doraine, these pics are fun and inspiring! Thank you!! What a cool grandma you are. :) And I love this: "he doesn't mind me starting over and over again." I find great comfort in this. I place so many expectations on myself... society creates timelines and measures of success... but they are all artificial, really. I can be me, walking the trail at my own speed, missing the turn, circling back, taking a side trail, whatever! Thank you. Love you!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing the words from Jeremiah. And the fun with grandkids! Kudos to you for jumping off the high dive. And best wishes & prayers for your transition to a new business model. Learning to listen better is a journey all its own and I love your words: "I love that he doesn't mind me starting over again and again."
ReplyDeleteSo many new beginnings, Grandma!
ReplyDeleteAs Irene said, you are one cool grandma!!
ReplyDeleteI'm sure the busy-ness that leads to forgetting to listen is common--well, it is with me anyway. I love this: "He doesn't mind me starting over again and again." Yes that's the story of my life.
How lucky you are to be overwhelmed with grandkids!
ReplyDeleteAnd this is the truth, Dori: In the busy-ness of the day, I often realize I've forgotten to pay attention. I love that he doesn't mind me starting over again and again. Yes, I often forget to stop and say thank you for life. Your life is brimming over with grandkids. How wonderful. I know that I am in total love with with my new little one. Thanks for the quote from Scripture.
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