Thursday, 12 November 2009
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Comfort
I went out walking today.
My heart was heavy, my eyes unfocused.
My feet followed a familiar way.
In my sorrow, I decided to stray
from my accustomed path.
I walked, head lowered for a time.
When I looked up,
squinting into the autumn sunlight,
I spied a sweep of emerald green.
A faint, leaf-covered trail led me
to a spot so near my usual haunts.
Why had I never seen this place
while walking light in step and spirit?
Perhaps God knew I would need it now
and saved it for when it could offer
solace to my soul.
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Wow gorgeous pictures. I love the way the sun looks through the trees.
I cried. You have been on my heart since I read you terrible news. I am glad that you could find that comfort and solice in the beauty around you. Please, also find some comfort in the knowledge that there are others out there who are thinking of you and keeping your name and the names of your family members close to the ear of God.
@perelandra30 - Thank you; that means more than I could ever express. I'm trying to write a post, but it's hard. Not sure when I'll get it done.
Beauty in the face of tragedy.
I'm here if you need an ear.
I was moved by the poetry and the photos to go with it. I understand. I will continue to pray for Will and for you too.
i have noticed "beauty from pain" before... and wondered if God was sending it when i needed it.
praying.
feel free to lean on us, friend... community ought to be there for each other in every season.
we've laughed together, and we will cry with you in season, too.
My soul is always comforted by being out in nature with God everywhere I look. I pray that you are always able to find the peace that you need when your soul is heavy with burdens. You and Will are in our prayers.
what a quaint, quiet spot. you must have quite the area to go walking in. ?
j.
Great rhythm and dream-like imagery!
Have you ever seen the commercials for the Cancer Research Hospitals (I think that is what it is called) I will pay attention the next time I see a commercial. They have alternative treatments, new treatments that haven't been mainstreamed yet, etc, and a very high success rate for patients who were sent home to die from conventional hospitals. There are about a dozen throughout the US...I know there is one in Tulsa, and I'm sure there is probably one somewhere in Texas. You might suggest that Will's parents look into it and see if it is something they might want to try.
Prayers are going up. Peace
Hope you have peace. Nature is so healing, at least for me.
God does have a way of knowing things like that...
Wow. Lovely Vi, simply lovely. I hope today finds you feeling at LEAST a little better.
*hugs*
@dljones305 - They've been working with a renowned cancer hospital in Houston.
Lots of love and prayers from the DFW area, Vi.
beautiful words and beautiful photos.