Snow

It is a winter wonderland here in the Inland Northwest.  I love the cleansing of the snow over the rough and dirty roads.  The whispery silence in the early morning with the snow gently falling.

Living in an area with four seasons is a blessing.  To be able to enjoy the variety of God’s creation is not taken for granted.  His mercy and grace abound.

Autumn

My favorite season has arrived (according to the calendar).  The quote below sums up some of my thoughts as well.  I thank the Lord for the diversity He gives.

 Don't you love them?  

More and more I am beginning to appreciate the seasons and the unique purpose of each one.  Fall is definitely in the air...some rain, some cool nights and mornings, orange pumpkins, and falling leaves.

Summer is such an incredibly busy time, with wonderful harvests, preserving, family gatherings, visitors, events, and so much more.  Although the cold wet rainy season has it's challenges, I think we are all looking a bit forward to having a somewhat slower paced autumn and winter!  -- This is from Joyful Keeper at Home blog

Life continues on in the Pacific Northwest.  Cooler nights and sunny days.  Praises to the Lord for the beauty He surrounds us with!

Looking Around the Corner

February is quickly coming to an end and I feel spring right around the corner [under the mounds of snow].

I am struggling with a few things:  getting back into a daily routine, Bible study and my volunteering commitments.  I am lifting these up in prayer and working on the ones in which I can actively change.

I think the longer daylight definitely helps with the motivation aspect of life.

God definitely knows when to change the seasons; what an Awesome God we have!!

Winding Down

I recently got some boots to wear with my skirts this fall/winter/spring.  Sometimes a person needs more than a pair of shoes.  I purchased black because the color will coordinate well with all of my skirts.

Summer is on the downhill slide and fall is right around the corner.  I must say I am quite eager for fall.  My Bible study small group will be starting back up; the temperature will move down the thermometer a bit and the beautiful changing of the leaves will start to occur.

I love living in the Inland Pacific Northwest with our distinct four seasons!

Thank you Lord for the many blessing I receive each day; all the little things…

Change in the Air

I lift up praises to the Lord!  He is infinite and I am nothing.  Each day I am amazed over and over as I relish the changes of the seasons :-)

I wish I lived next to some gorgeous scenery such as this; however, I can always drive a short distance (20 miles or so) and enjoy the beauty of flora and fauna alongside flowing water the Lord has provided.

My daughter and I have been enjoying life for the last two years; free of mental abuse and control.  We have a home of our own and are flourishing between work, school, volunteering and continuing to pursue a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

I have recently joined a small group (mentioned in a past post) and we have begun a study on the Book of Daniel.  I am excited to continue learning, understanding and applying the awesome knowledge the Lord has given us.

My life has changed quite drastically in the past two years and I am grateful and blessed.  The Lord has protected me and blessed me beyond all measure.