Misfits Welcome

I just love the story of Rudolph and the misfits toys. Maybe it is because most of my life I felt just like them. Being different from the rest of your family and friends makes it hard to feel you can ever fit in.

It wasn't until I grew up that God showed me that I do fit into his family of misfits. He created me just the way he wanted me to be. I did not have to be smart, strong or perfect. The welcome mat at His door has the words Misfits Welcome.

This is a family that I love being a part of. So all you misfits out there. God is calling and inviting you. Why? Because Misfits are always welcome in His home.

Toys R Us' Wren

Last night when I went into work I kept hearing a chirping sound. There is always some kind of odd noise happening in the store that I am unable to pinpoint the source. But the chirping seemed to come and go and be in different locations. I made it my mission to find out what was causing the sound.

As I made my way to the back of the store something small and brown flew over my head. It was a wren. I felt sorry for the poor little fellow and decided to help it. So I went out to my car and got some bird seeds. I hoped to persuaded the bird to trust me so that I could help him escape. But it flew away further into the store.

When it flew away I prayed to God to tell the bird that I was not out to harm him but to save him.

How often do we wish that our own family and friends could understand that Jesus is not out to harm then but to help them. But just like the wren they flew away afraid of the very person who will save them.

My prayer today is that my loves one hearts are open to the saving grace of Jesus.

Treasures

What do you treasure? Is it that special moment with your family? Is it that gift you got from someone special? How about that homemade gift that your child made just for you? Maybe it is just a memory that you hold onto that makes you smile. Whatever it may be it tells a lot about who you are as a person.

As I gotten must older the things I once treasure has very little meaning to me now. Time with my family, friends and love ones fill me with warmth. Material things holds little importance to me. I would rather spend time with you talking about whatever is going on in your life.

I treasure my time with God as well. I can not make it through each day with out it. I think that is the thing I treasure the most.

Lights Up

Today I am going to get my Christmas lights on the tree. Over the weekend I hope to get my husband to put them on the outside. Every year I battle the entanglement of the lights.  I use a tester to find the one that refuses to light and replace it.

Once that is done I line the lights on the floor and attempt to put it on the tree with the help of my grandson and cat.

Just light the dogs trying to put their lights on the doghouse I will spend hours finding a good strand that works and get all tangled up with them as I put them on the tree.

But it will be all worth it when I flick the switch and all the lights glow.

The glow I want the most to shine this year is the one I receive from the love of Jesus. He has spend a lot of time trying to untangle my life and fix the bulbs that doesn't work so that when he flicks the switch I shine. Jesus is my source of light. I want it to glow brightly for Him.

My Favorite Cookie

My favorite all time cookie is the snicker doodle. When you first take it out of the oven piping hot it just melts in your mouth. I feel like I have died and gone to heaven.

Yet the cookie that I have the most fum with is the gingerbread man ones. With these cookies you can use your imagination and create works of art.

What is also fun this time of season it getting to enjoy all the many types of cookies. One way that I am doing it this year is by having a cookie exchange at my writer's group meeting.

Last year one of the member brought in cookies that were made with mashed potatoes. At first I was afraid to take a bite. But when I finally did it was like I had died and gone to heaven.

So what kind of cookies will you all be eating this year? Me! Every one that I can get my hands on.

Joy

There is this song that I use to listen to that tells you that  "Joy will come in the morning."
But these past few days the only joy that I am finding in the morning is when I can climb back into my bed after getting my grandson off to school.
I am not young anymore and working late and having to wake up early when I don't sleep well has made morning a chore.
Yet I still find the joy of the Lord when I refocus my thoughts on Him. Jesus is where my joy comes from when I am tired, warn out and deprived of a good night sleep.
This holiday season I need to remember what I am celebrating and allow the greatest Joy of all " Jesus" to fill my life.

Christmas Cardinal

My first thoughts if anyone ask me to name a Christmas Bird would be the cardinal. The bright red color bird is seen on greeting cards, as an ornament on a tree or some other type of Christmas decoration.

The red stands out against the green tree as well as on a cold winter day against the white snow. You can not miss them when you are walking among the trees and trails.

They are a common site through out the four seasons here in Harford County. When I go out to take pictures I can be sure that I will get at least one shot of the cardinal.

Yet I would not have it any other way. They are beautiful and I enjoy seeing them.

It would not seem like Christmas without the Christmas Cardinal.    

A Crabby Christmas

Do you ever feel like being crabby during the Christmas season?
When you work in retail you deal with a lot of crabby people. By the end of the day you become crabby yourself. It is easy to forget what Christmas is all about.
Than you hear about a police officer buying boots for a homeless man. This soften your heart.
Than you watch a video on Facebook where a group of people start singing Christmas hymns. A couple dressed like Joseph and Mary carrying a baby Jesus enters and the choir gets on their knees.
This year I plan on focusing my thoughts and eyes on the reason for the season. Jesus.
No Crabby Christmas for me.

A Find It Christmas Tree

 I love trying to find the items in the search and find books. Sometime the items are in plain sight and other times you really need to search every inch to find the object.
So I thought it was kind of cool to use a Christmas tree to hide the objects to find. What a nice way to get the kids involved with the Christmas Spirit.
This would be a nice project that the while family could get caught up in. Have the children pick or make the things to hide on the tree. Than create a book and take turn finding the hidden ornaments.
This year I plan on doing just this. I might make it a Christmas tradition if it works out.  

Sing It Out

Last night I was able to go to the annual Faith Circle Christmas Party. There was plenty of food, fellowship and entertainment.
One of the highlights of the night was when the group got to sing The Twelve Days of Christmas. Each of us were giving a day to sing out when it was our turn.
My friend Barbara was giving two, but boy did she sing them out. Two turtle doves rang out each time that part of the song came around. Barbara made the song fun and interesting because she was not afraid to sing it out.
How interesting could we make living the Christian's life if we were not afraid to sing it out? How many other would join in the choir because we it fun and interesting?
I'm for one want to sing it out loud and clear. I am a Christian, a child of God and Jesus is my Savior.

The Grinch

We have all heard the story about the Grinch. It touches the hearts of many children. It is a timeless story about a changed heart.
Each year the Kennedy Krieger's Institute puts on the Festival of Trees. It is a way to reach the hearts of many to support the on going effort of Kennedy goal to meet the needs of the special children who attend. Since my grandson is one of those special children I get to go each year with my daughter and grandson to enjoy the many displays.
Not only do they displays the many decorated trees they also show off the many ginger bread houses.

All the trees and houses are enter to win ribbons and are sold to raise money for the institute. There is a section for the children to explore and enjoy the rides, games and have their picture with Santa. Through out the weekend there is also several entertainments going on at the center stage.
If you are incline there are many booths with things to buy your love ones for Christmas.
I hope one year you get to go. I love it and plan on going every year. I don't want to be like the Grinch and take away anything from Christmas except a changed heart.

Swans Act Two

The other day I could have kicked myself for not having my camera on me. As we pulled to a halt at the stop sign my husband notice a falcon sitting on a prey just within feet of the car. I tried to use my phone camera but it was just to hard to get it up and running before the falcon flew away.
A little later I decided to stop by the marsh to see what is new and to my surprise there were two swans swimming. Of course I did not have my camera. Well I just hurried myself back home got my camera and took this picture.
I have not seen the other swan for sometime now. I figure it must have passed or just flew away. These swans are much younger. I am hoping that they stick around. It will be like swan act two for the marsh.
I can only hope that this spring there will be little ones.
No matter what I will not leave the house again with out my camera. I just miss out on too many opportunities to capture that one of a kind picture.

Mini Cyndi

As we spent the day at my  sister in-law's place for Thanksgiving I got to enjoy seeing my grandchildren.
While taking them around the Radmer's Farm to explore the surroundings I notice how much my granddaughter looked like my daughter, who is her aunt not mother. It was like looking at a mini Cyndi.
My grandson looks so much like my older son who is his uncle. There is no denying the family resemblances.
We are made in God's image. When other people meet me I want them to see the resemblance of God in me. I want them to know by my actions that I belong to the family of God.
Each day I seek to become more like Him. I can only do this by studying His word and doing them. I want to be a mini version of the goodness of God.

Thanksgiving's Eve

The day before Thanksgiving. Turkeys are being prepped, pies are being baked and the last minute shopping for the feast are being done. Yet, my thoughts are on those who may not have plans for tomorrow.
The homeless, lonely and singles who will spend this day dreaming of the perfect Thanksgiving will seek soup kitchens and other avenues to get a meal.
So my prayers will be that the angels of God will minister to their needs. That they will know that there is a God who cares and there is hope for tomorrow.
Thanksgiving is about being thankful for the many blessings of God. It should also be put into action by passing on to others things to be thankful for. What can I do today to bless another?

Focus Turkey

As we focus on the turkeys that will adorn the dinner tables this Thanksgiving I can only remember the many turkeys that I have cooked through out the years.
I have tried many different ways to cook the turkeys. Last year I cooked it upside down. It was supposed to make the turkey more moist. I can say it did, but the turkey fell apart and was difficult to carve after I turn it over.
So much focus is on the turkey. What size or brand? Should it be frozen of fresh? Will it be stuffed or not?
This year I will just cook it the old fashion way. A little bit of salt and pepper to season the buttered turkey and home made bread stuffing inside.
I want my focus to be on the blessings of this season. I am thankful to be with family and friends. My prayer this Thanksgiving for everyone is to have a safe and joyous time. May God bless you with a bountiful feast. He is the reason I celebrate and give thanks.

Thanksgiving's Week

Today for this week I will bring share memories of past Thanksgivings. One of the most exciting Thanksgiving I had is when I spent over twenty-four hours cooking and backing. I was expecting many of the neighborhood teenagers to stop by to eat.  The oven ran nonstop backing pies, cookies and breads. After they were put aside I put the ham and turkey on in the early morning.
Each hour I would pull the turkey out to base it. What I did not know was that the throw away pan that I was using for the turkey had a small hole on the bottom. So the juices was slowly dripping to the bottom of the oven.
I put the potatoes on to boil, had the turkey giblets boiling to make homemade gravy and had  my vegetable cooking. This dinner was going great.
One last time I pulled the turkey out to base and the friction of the pan rubbing against the oven set it ablaze. The whole oven was engulfed in flames.
The quick reaction of my husband got the fire under control. Since everything that was cooking were covered in foil and lids we did not lose any of the food.
So we had our feast, cleaned the mess and thanked God for the bountiful blessing of the day.

Longer Nights, Shorter Days

The nights are getting longer, the days are getting shorter and yet is seems that I am busier than ever. Why? Because I am working at a toy store and we are getting ready for the big weekend.
This day seems to give some people nightmares and others great anticipation for the bargain hunters. Whatever person you are this is the day of the start of Christmas Season.
But I want to focus on what I am thankful for in my life. So while the days will be long and hectic I will be thanking God for each one.
When the guest complain about us not having the products in stock I will give thanks for the many blessings I have at home.
My longer nights and shorter days belongs to God.

Deer Watch

I don't have to travel to far away place to get a shot of wild life. Sometime they are just in my own back yard. Of course Harford County is my back yard so to speak.
While visiting a group of very fine painters at the Fallston's fire hall I headed off to my car and saw these deer grazing.
I had the wrong lens on  my camera so I had to get to my car without them noticing me. With the right lens I proceeded to take pictures. But they all had their heads down. So I had to make some noise to get their attention.
The deer you see looking right at me never took her eyes off of me the rest of the time I snapped off pictures.
It wasn't until the rest of the deer ran into the trees that she finally turn around and dart into the trees as well.

She was on the alert for danger. She took several steps towards me warning me not to come any closer. That was something she did not have to worry about. I am no fool and kept my distant.
There are many things in life that I need to keep my distant from. God gives me warnings when I get too close. Believe me I heed His warning. I am no fool.

Smokey

You know that I am out of ideas when you see me posted my cat Smokey. One of the things I like about him is the way he sits by my side waiting for me to get done on the computer. Because he knows that when I am done he gets my full attention.

How often does God wait  for me to give Him my full attention. I am always to busy. Life gets in my way and takes up all my time. Yet He waits patiently for me.

I need to set more time aside for God. In fact I just need to give Him my full attention every minute of my life. Only then will I see the many blessings that He has been waiting to give to me.

What Makes You Laugh?

What makes you laugh? Is it a funny joke, a comedy or a person blunder? Sometime it just takes being with a group of friends who enjoy having a good time.
My writer's group is like that. Every time we get together we always have a good laugh. We have some very talented writers and comedians among the poets and novelists. I always leave the meetings a little wiser and happier.
But they are not the only groups that I am involved in. The Fellowship Circle is another group that I am proud to be a part of that also makes me laugh. This is another meeting that I always leave a better person from.
Then there is Faith Circle who helps to keep me grounded. Yet they know how to have a good time also. I always leave them with a smile on my face.
The best group that I am always glad to be a part of is my family. Each member holds a special place in my heart. All I have to do is think about the good times with them and laugh.
What make me laugh? Just about anything really. After all laughter is the best medicine.  

A Duck Like Bird

Do you know how many duck like birds are out there? Ever once in a while I find one that I can't seem to name.
Every week I stop by the marsh in Edgewood to look for the swan. There were about twenty duck like birds in the marsh the other day. I tried to look these guys up in my bird book. But I could not really identify what kind of ducks these were.
I went back the next day to get more pictures and they were gone.
This marsh seems to be a good place for migrating birds to stop over. I am always amazed when I see a new using the marsh. I will keep stopping by hoping to catch them on film.
But in the meantime if anyone knows tell me what kind of ducks these are.

One Fox, Two Fox

The other day I went out hitting my favorite spots for taking pictures. Walked around the boardwalk at Havre de Grace, stopped by the marsh off of route 40 and finally ended up at the mariner in Joppatowne before I got my picture.
While being amused by the antics of the squirrels and the birds something seemed to spooked them and off they all went in every directions. I knew right away by the chattering of the squirrels that a fox must be nearby. So I stood very still and waited. Sure enough a fox came out of the bushes. But he was at a angle that I could not get the picture. So I moved to get a better shot and off went the fox.
There were two young men passing a football around and came over to see what I was taking a picture of. I pointed to where the fox was and to my surprise not only one fox was there but two. So the three of us watch as they seemed to be playing around.
I just love how good God is at allowing me to see his creatures. He just knows what makes my day. Seeing one fox would have been enough. Getting to see two was just icing on the cake.

USNA

Tonight at the concert at Mountain Christian Church a group of young men and women from the United State Navel Academy came to watch. It was a pleasure to see these young service man and women all excited to see one of their favorite singer perform.
When they first came through the door I wanted so bad to get a group picture of them. But my camera batteries died. So I was frustrated at not being able to take pictures through out the evening.
Than I remembered that I could use my phone to take pictures. So I took several shots. Not great shots but good enough to keep for my records. Yet I couldn't shake the fact that I was unable to get a picture of these Navy personals.
So when the concert was over the group came out together and came over to me and asked if I could take a group picture with their phone camera. Of course I said yes.
Who ever read this post I would like to ask a favor. Would you also send a little prayer out for them? I told them I would be praying for them this next year. I know that they have a long road a head of them. I know they would appreciate all our prayers.
Thank you and God bless you.

Forgiveness

Forgiving  is something that is hard to do. When you have been wrong and hurt the last thing you want to do is forgive.
I was listening to a song about forgiveness and one line spoke to me. It tells you when you forgive the prisoner who is free is yourself.
I had to think about that for a while and realized how true this was. When I hold onto the anger and the hurt I am trap in my own prison. I am not free to move forward.
It is only when I let go by forgiving that the weight that holds me down is removed. The prison doors are open wide and a new beginning for my life starts.
Today I need to forgive so that tomorrow I can move out of my prison.

Buzzard's Snack

When my cousins came down to visit last weekend we took them to the Conowingo Dam. While walking around taking pictures a handful of buzzards decided to make a snack out of my cousin van. I guess they must have thought that the van had died. lol.
It is amazing the things that these buzzards will eat. God created them to dispose of carcasses and clean up the messes left behind. Yet we look at these creatures and think that they are gross.
Well, I think that they are pretty cool. Just as long as they quit eating my cousin's car.

I Love Mums

I love mums. They are vibrant and come in many falls colors. I would fill my house with them if I could.
But they would not last forever and would soon fad away. They were only created to last for a season.
I like surrounding myself with God's creations. Yet like the mums they too would soon fad away. There is a time and seasons for all creations.
Only what I do for God will last for eternity. When I hang onto the things that are of God I can let go of the things that are temporal.
I love mums, but I love God more.

One Fish

It was fun to watch the eagles, heron and buzzards fight over one fish. They each took a turn at their chance at eating the fish. They would have to drop the fish when the next bird made their move on the fish. The adult bald eagle made his claim and had a hearty meal while the others watch.
Their focus was on this one fish while I watch fish after fish jumping out of the water nearby. All they had to do was catch them. Yet they just stood by and watch as their meal was slowly eaten by the eagle.
How often I watch others in my life get things that I once had. I stand by wishing that I could have what they have. Yet nearby God is showing me all that He has jumping out of the waters of life. I need to get my focus off others and look to all the blessing that God has for me. Than all I have to do is catch them.

Dodging Sandy

My cousin left a day early to try and dodge Hurricane Sandy. But the problem was that Sandy was so big that they ended up facing the fury of Sandy even at Niagara Falls, New York. This was one storm that set records from snow falls to rain and windy conditions.
We were fortunate that our trailer suffer very little damage. But I know that there are many that have suffered great loses. So my prayers goes out to them and their families.
Time will get us back to normal what ever that may be. Some of us may need to create a new normal. With the help of God and our neighbors, friends and family each day will get us closer to getting back on our feet.

Be Prepare

As the winter approaches the squirrels get down to business collecting nuts and burying them. They are preparing for a long season.
As I watch the news today I see that I need to be prepare for Sandy.
At work there seem to be a run on batteries and water. We even had a special delivery of these items just before I left.
So what am I doing to be prepare. I am getting my flashlights, water jugs and some chips to carry me through.

I Found Heaven

"I found Heaven!" a young boy exclaimed clapping his hands to get his mother attention. Apparently he had been searching for the isle where the Legos were located. So when he came upon this section he could not contain his excitement.
I hope when I go to heaven that I find that I cannot contain my excitement either. I want to raise my hands and exclaim "I found heaven." After that run into heaven with all the excitement of that little boy who discover his heaven in the Lego isle.

Desert Dessert

I always have a problem with remembering which word desert or dessert means a dry sandy land and which one means a delicious food. So I came up with a way that I can remember.
When my life seems dry and barren I am in a desert. When I allow my Savior to enter into my desert I take the "S" and insert it and now my life is like a dessert. It is rich and full of promise.
How much I look forward to living it for my Savior. I hope my life is like a dessert to Him and not a desert.

Oh Great, A Camera

This squirrel seems to be saying oh great she taking my picture again. As I go to the different places I usually carry a bag of peanut. The squirrels will follow me looking for a hand out. I throw the peanuts and start snapping away.
But the pictures I like the best are the ones that seems to show the personalities of the squirrels. Like this one. There are so many things that could be running through the mind of this squirrel. He perked up when he saw me coming. When I raised my camera instead of throwing peanuts he laid his head back on the branch  and looked bored.
Oh great she has a camera.
Yes I do. And I plan on taking plenty of pictures.

Shaking Like a Leaf

There are many times in my life that I find myself shaking like a leaf on a winding day. It might be from the fear of rejection or the anticipation of something new. What ever it is I can't control the shaking.
Like the leaf in this picture I have holes of doubts and scars from the past.
Yet I wear these imperfection on my heart for all to see. What I try to hide from the world God still sees. He holds onto me and calms the shaking. All I have to do is let go.  

Peaceful Grazing

How peaceful is this picture? Horses grazing. Cloudy sky. Hope of a beautiful day. Every once in a while it is just nice to rest in the beauty of God's creation.
The simple life. How I long for those time when I had no worries. The demands of life keeps me in a state of confusion. I want to sit back and take a deep breath and let the pressure roll away.
Being able to look at pictures like this one helps me to relax and appreciate the stillness and goodness of God. The horses grazing with out a care should be my example. I need to relax knowing that God is in control.

A Gentle Breeze

I heard on the radio coming home from work that God doesn't always work through the thunder and lighten of a storm but through a gentle breeze. In this picture you can see a wisp of a breeze carry away the last bit of fog from the lake.
Just minutes earlier the whole  lake was covered in an heavy thick fog. There was even a couple of fishermen trying to maneuver in the fog.

Yet it was through the gentle breeze that the fog was lifted.
When I am in the dense fog of life I need to wait on God to send His gentle whisper to help me see what I am fishing for. It is only when I am still and quiet that I am able to hear the breeze. God's message becomes loud and clear. My next step is to obey.

A Rose is a Rose

A rose is a rose no matter what other might think or say. There are many species with many variations of color and sizes. Yet even if I were to give it another name the bottom line is that it is still a rose.
A Christian is a Christian. There are many variations of color and sizes. Yet no matter what others might call them, they are still Christians.
I am proud to be called a Christian. I like being part of a family with many variations. That is what makes this garden of rose colorful and unique. I could say that I am a rosy christian.

Light at the End of the Tunnel

Though the tunnel may seem long and endless we can know that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel.
Sometime the darkness makes it hard to move forward. We reach out for direction only to fumble. Yet if we call out to our source of light the darkness leaves and we see where we are heading. The tunnel doesn't seem so long.
So when I face the tunnels of life I will not fear the darkness or the journey. I will walk boldly through knowing where my source of light comes from.

Don't Look Back

I sometime find it hard not to look back on my life. All my regrets, past mistakes and pain rears itself up and pounds on my doorstep demanding my attention. Like a fool I give it to him.
Yet God tells us not to look back. We need to look forward with hope for a better future.
So today I will not look back. I will press forward to win the race and give God all the glory.

Mate For Life

I read somewhere that swans mate for life. I have watched this pair for years at the nearby marsh until one past away last year.
This past spring another swan showed up and I thought it would get together with the first one. But I was wrong it only stayed for a few weeks and left. It got me to thinking. What I would do if my husband of thirty-seven years was to go home to be with the Lord. Would I allow another man into my life. No.
We have had our good times and bad times. Yet I know that God had meant for us to mate for life. I can't imagine life without him in it.
So tonight we celebrate thirty-seven years by eating all you can eat shrimp at Red Lobster. Happy Anniversary.

Stepping Stones

What looks like stepping stones to me were more like mountains to this chipmunk. Yet he made it to the top of his mountain and stood tall.
When we look at the problems that other might be facing we can easily think that it is just a small matter. It is just stepping stones.
But in their eyes they are looking at a mountain that looms over them and block their progress.
I need to be more understanding of my friends and family when they face their mountains. Instead of judging I should be helping. Than they can make to the top of their mountains and stand tall.

Small Island

As I look at this picture I find myself wishing I could get on a boat and head straight for that small island. What a view I would have of the mountains. I would be surrounded by God's creations and drinking in the wonders of it all.
Yet God does not want me on an island by myself. He created me to enjoy His beauties with others. It is when I can share God's wonders with my family and friends that I fulfill my desire to serve Him.
I sometime focus so much on my littleness that I and blind to the greatness of God. I don't want to be the center of attention but center my attention on the One who has created me.  

I Can't Take Another Step

It was one of those hot days when the heat just takes everything out of you. This squirrel seemed to be telling me that he just could not take another step. He was just too tired.
How many times in my life have I told God I can't take another step. Life is just too hard. There are too many things to do and there is not enough of me to get it done. I just want to give up.
God just smiles and allows me to rest. He knows my limit. He also knows that when I do turn to Him I find renew strength and get back o my feet to walk again. Sometime I can even run.
So today I start by taking my first step, maybe even a second and then another until I am walking with God.

Hanging Out On a Limb

It look like this turtle just wanted to hang out on a limb. I thought for a moment he was stuck. How he got up there is anybody guess. All I could think about was all the splinters he had on him.
Than I remembered that he had a hard shell on him. He was protected.
But now the question was, how was he getting down from the tree limb and back into the water?
There are times that I just hang out on a limb. I am not sure how I got there. How I will get down is another matter as well. But I know I am protected from the splinters of life. Jesus is my shell.
So the next time I find myself hanging out on a limb I just need to call out to Jesus. He will get me back into the water safe and sound.

A Leg to Stand On

This bird had a leg to stand on. Many times I see the fowls resting on one leg. It amazes me how they do it. If I try to stand on one leg I shudder at the thought of what would happen to me.
How many times do I go head on into a situation with out a leg to stand on? I barrel through and stumble all over myself looking like a fool.
Yet if I would rest on the legs of Jesus I would not stumble. I would stand tall and not fall into the traps of life. My legs are weak. His legs are strong.
I am glad that all I have to do is rely on Jesus. He is my one leg to stand on.

Tuckered Out

Sometime I am just too tuckered out to even think. I just want to plop on my bed and forget the day even happened. But I end up tossing and turning all night. I wish I could sleep as well as this cat.
To be able to allow myself to fully relax is not something I can do. The days events refuses to leave my thoughts. I go over them many times wondering what I could have done differently.
How I envy this cat's life.
I need to remember that Jesus is willing to take on my burdens and shoulder them. When I allow myself to release them into his hands I can relax. When I fully let go I find that is when I can get a good night sleep.
So tonight even though there is so much going on in my head, I will put my burden at Jesus' feet and get a good night sleep just like my cat.

Preying Mantus

I saw a movement in the bush and went to investigate it. It turned out to be a preying mantis. I say preying because it had just caught a bee and was busy eating the bee for lunch.
I have never seen this before and had to get the pictures. I went on my way took more pictures at the board walk.
On my returned I saw that the preying mantis was done. At least I thought he was. With in a blink of an eye he caught a wasp and went to town on him. The reflexes of the mantis was so fast I did not see him catch the wasp even though I was staring right at it. I was watching him but was not really focus on him.
Sometime we can be looking at something and not really see what had just happen. It could be because of some other distraction or our focus really isn't on the task before us.
We need to open our eyes wider and focus more to see what God is trying to show us. Because if we don't something might happen in a blink of an eye and we miss it.