For everything there is a season, and
a time for every matter under heaven...
- Ecclesiastes 3:1
I like to take walks around the flowerbeds every day or two. It's still too cold to clear away last year's leaf clutter. No pressing outside work to be done.
Small changes quickly add up. Buds swell on trees and bushes; tips of leaves shoot up unexpectedly and unfurl.
The garden is not the only place changing. On warmer days, windows and doors are cleaned and opened to 'air out the house.' Winter coats and accessories are stored away, save a few, just in case.
In this season of 'out with the old, in with the new,' I pray to be refined as one refines silver and tested as gold is tested (Zechariah 13:9). There's always opportunity for a fresh start, whether it be in your garden, your home, or in your heart.
The garden is not the only place changing. On warmer days, windows and doors are cleaned and opened to 'air out the house.' Winter coats and accessories are stored away, save a few, just in case.
For I know the plans I have for you,
declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not
for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
- Jeremiah 29:11
So true....I love how everything is made new again in the Spring. Love this post!
ReplyDeleteI love how the seasons create a natural pause for new beginnings. Spring especially.
ReplyDeleteI love the feeling of beginnings in autumn too -- maybe it stems from school days when dreams for doing well in class and keeping my work books pretty all year long were thought possible... again.
I found your link at Another Porch... a new friend to me too.... SO very glad I linked to your beautiful blog.
I love the feeling of contentment and peace here! Not to mention beauty too!
Hi Megan,
ReplyDeleteIt's June 12, 2021 and yes I'm here on your very first blog post dated March 26, 2011. I stumbled upon your blog thru Pinterest link. Though I have a tons of digital purchase on Etsy but your freebies here are very generous and heartwarming. I just want to say I appreciate your passion and I love your posts with bible verses and spiritual inspirations.
I am Dave, a male journaler from the Philippines. I discovered junk journaling at the onset of the quarantine. This newly found passion kept me sane amidst the pandemic.
All but love and blessings be upon you and your family. Stay safe!
Hello Dave!
DeleteThank you for your kind words! I appreciate you taking time to let me know a little about you and your story. So glad you found a new passion to help you through last year & hope whatever you find here helps you create some great things!