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Sunday, November 2, 2008

Renewal in Nature's Beauty

It seems to me that particularly during the fall, our skies here in the area of Washington where I live, change almost minute by minute. Their beauty is breathtaking and every time I look up I feel a sense of renewal, of gratitude, of joy, of awe. During difficult times such as we are all experiencing these days, I find that the way for me to renew myself, my faith, my joy is found in taking a few minutes to focus on the beauty in our lives regardless of where we find that -- in nature, in family, in whatever lifts us out of the dark hole it is so easy to slip, slide or fall into during the week. So here are some of my reminders, I hope they work for you as they do for me.

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11 comments:

Unknown said...

Sylvia,
These are just stunning. The photographs as well as your words. I'm really touched by the thoughts and images I found here today.

Peace and love,
Pagan (Gina)

Great Grandma Lin said...

lovely photos for a peaceful sabbath. we had rain last night and lightning...unusual but very needed in our desert climate.

Anonymous said...

Inspiring words, Sylvia. I particularly like the last photo.

Kay said...

This is so gorgeous, Sylvia. Have a very peaceful, happy Sunday.

Utah Savage said...

Gorgeous photos Sylvia. Thanks for the view of your world. I love having your viewpoint in mine.

Linda said...

Your Christmas Cactus must enjoy living in Seattle. It's gorgeous.

Darlene said...

Nature is indeed calming and inspiring, Sylvia. Meditation by looking at a lovely sky, or ocean, or mountain range is so soothing. We need that in our lives to keep ourselves in balance.

storyteller said...

You do have lovely skies and I appreciate you sharing. Hope you’re having a lovely Sunday.
Hugs and blessings,

Mare said...

My Christmas cactus is budding now, too. Your photos are stunning.

bobbie said...

These pictures are so wonderful. I love the second particularly. I'm so grateful to you for sharing this beauty with us, Sylvia.

wispy willow said...

Mission accomplished. I do feel renewed, joyful and grateful indeed after viewing your lovey photographs and reading your words of wisdom. Thanks

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