Sane, Simple, Sacred: THIS IS MY FATHER'S WORLD!

THIS IS MY FATHER'S WORLD!

"Blessed is he whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the Lord his God, the Maker of heaven and earth, the sea, and everything in them--the Lord, who remains faithful forever" (Psalm 146:5-6).

Yesterday we took advantage of the beautiful sunlight and drove about twenty miles north to find a place to walk. There was more snow on the ground in Kendallville IN than around our home.

Canada geese (click on pictures for close-ups) were basking in sunlight. Fishermen were trying to get in just a few more hours of ice fishing!

My heart and mind sang their own wordless praises to the Creator as all my senses took in the beauty around me. My body, too, responded. Some of the pain (sinus?) I've been experiencing lately seemed to melt in the presence of sunshine and fresh air.

Let EVERYTHING that has breath praise the Lord!

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AndreaMarch 7, 2010 at 9:07 AM
AMEN...praising the LORD with you!
Blessings, andrea
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Sniffles and SmilesMarch 7, 2010 at 10:17 AM
What gorgeous photos...and I love the hymn "This is My Father's World..." Such a beautiful meditation to start my day!!! Thank you, dear Rebecca!!! Love you! Janine XO
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DeniseMarch 7, 2010 at 11:28 AM
Awesome post.
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PatMarch 7, 2010 at 1:23 PM
It made me feel good to just see the pictures and read this post. I hope your sinus pain is gone..many tell me they are having the same issue now. Maybe that's a sign that spring is coming soon!
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DianaMarch 7, 2010 at 1:37 PM
So beautiful was this post Rebecca, and how nice that were able to enjoy some time in the outdoors with nature. It can make a world of difference sometimes! Love Di
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Simply ShelleyMarch 7, 2010 at 2:11 PM
Beautiful post....blessings on the Lord's day....
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Jacquelyn StagerMarch 7, 2010 at 2:26 PM
I think I'm as tired of winter as you are, Rebecca. But on the way home from church today, with the sun glaring in our eyes, I knew winter's days are numbered. I said to my husband, "What if this is the last snow we will see this season? Have you taken in all the beauty?" To which he replied, "Come out of her!!!" When I laughed, he said, "I knew that wasn't you speaking!" Ode to spring..
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Donna's Book NookMarch 7, 2010 at 3:52 PM
I, too, got out and walked, just around my home in the country. It felt good to feel and see the sunshine. Thank you Lord, for the promise of Spring.
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BernieMarch 7, 2010 at 5:41 PM
Oh I loved how you spent your day, nothing like fresh air and sunshine to fill the Spirit with love, light and appreciation....Hugs
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Wanda.....March 7, 2010 at 6:19 PM
Enjoyed the music and photos, Rebecca. I can hardly believe it's really almost Spring! ♥
Wanda
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EileenMarch 7, 2010 at 10:54 PM
Beautiful post!
We had great weather this weekend too and we were able to take a few walks around the neighborhood. It felt great!
Spring truly is in the air!
'Hope your feeling much better!
Great photos!
Love to you,
Eileen
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THIS IS MY FATHER'S WORLD!

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