An old Oak tree in the snow on a Christmas tree farm in Oregon.
Reminding me of the parched places in our heart
when the coldness of our soul sometimes stays near to us too long.
Then slowly and steadily like this tree in the spring
new life comes to the surface and the
leaves abound in beauty and the
glory of the magnificent tree is evident to all who look and see.
Lord give us strength to know that sometimes the barren feelings are not always
going to stay ~
help us to be patient and wait with joy
for the newness of spring to arrive so we can smile again.
joining Deidra on jumping tandem with the Sunday community.
(photo by Sarah B of Oregon)
Thank you for reminding me to wait with joy….
oh yes … the barren feelings do fade away, the warmth of spring comes slowly but with certainty.
Linda
I looked into my Bishop's garden today at the old oak tree. There was snow all around it but underneath its branches the ground was green. It reminded me that its roots must be warm and nurturing and preparing itself for the rebirth of spring. Not long now. Take care. Chel
Yes. I view things and thinks of things similarly as you do, Sharon. Every season, every year. I rejoice when lilacs or lavenders bloom… or lilies or so many others. Gotta count on it to keep my heart going forward and rejoicing.
Thanks.