All the good things about life in the country
Joy is peace dancing, and peace is joy at rest.F.B. MeyerDaydream a spot of Sunrise on a stem—twirling, wavingLike a topaz gemstone on the tip of Solomon's scepterIn the green gush of growing,In the fresh-washed air hung up to dryIn the warm after-rain-noonDaydream a spot ofSyrupy sweetness on a stem—glowing, drippingLike orange sherbet of a child's... Continue Reading →
The Family Bouquet Nothing beats the surprise of a florist at the door with a beautiful bouquet. My sweet husband sent me a bouquet last week and it was an especially wonderful one. It was made up of roses of several colors: pink, white, and some pinks with white edges. It had a spray of... Continue Reading →
I am the vase of God, he fills me to the brim. He is the ocean deep, contained I am in Him.Angelus SilesiusShellby Elece HollisAbandoned ocean-floor house,Washed clean and forsaken On the waiting sand,Eternally echoing the voices of the sea;Ruin of a once-happy home, Roof sagging in,Windows gone—children gone,Silent with daffodilsStill nodding each spring;Short dress—without sleeves,Worn pretty... Continue Reading →
