SPLENDOR OF CREATION

I have again re-read the Book of Genesis and marvel at the splendor of all creation.  I’m happy to revisit Edouard Manet’s painting and recall sitting with my grandmother in her garden where she passed her baton of faith to me.  Her courtyard lush with Wisteria vines, popping red geranium pots while her black marbled cat purred under the shrubs. I left my heart at her bench.  Such were these riveting occasions to annotate my life’s journey. All my subsequent benches have been a source of compelling courage to this day. In sharing this story, I trust you have a similar oasis experience that lasts forever.

Painting by Edouard Manet

CHANNELING GROWTH AND HEALING

All art forms from any nation heals the country’s wounds.  Which gives this quote purpose:

“When explorers first encountered my people, they called us heathens, sun worshippers.  They didn’t understand that the sun is a relative and illuminates our path on this earth.”   Joy Harjo

Thank God for every culture carries its special goodness to share with the rest of the world.  I adhere to my French heritage.  What special cultural goodness can you share with someone today?  A Bing Image.

A BRIGHTER FUTURE AHEAD

Today is go time! Says the Lord. By that I mean, after we see planes falling from the sky, and the earth shakes and quakes, we should be ready to receive redemption. Soon the world will know every minute detail for plans to prosper. Our future will be brighter – doubt not – believe the prophets and receive a prophet’s reward.

The Book of Nehemiah explains it all. An invitation to walk in true love and humility. “We’ll walk in perfect peace having survived the Day. Be prepared to explain to the lost ones the wrath of God” on the wicked while we his children are protected. “Speak to them the love, mercy and justice of God. Forgive quickly. Pray your peace scriptures.” Words from Carolyn at Declaring Your Destiny. God will restore everything in double portion what our enemies have stolen from us; our nation and all nations will be vindicated. We will walk out of the valley of darkness. Lean on Psalm 37:40 to know God’s plan for a victorious future, and receive the perpetual covenant of peace described in Isaiah 54. I promise the Lord God “will never forgot you nor forsake you.” Enjoy this weekend without fret and Praise Almighty God. A Bing Image.

TRUTH BE TOLD

“When we long for life without difficulties, reminds us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds and diamonds are made under pressure.”  Peter Marshall.  Inspires this Haiku:

A wilderness spirit

Spills out imagination

What will you do with the gift?

Thanks to El Shaddai, everything lifeless becomes vibrant and hardened hearts become fruitful.  A Bing Image.

WHEN APPLES FALL

The aroma of Fall appears when making apple fritters.  Here’s a good recipe for you to enjoy:

Ingredients:

1 quart vegetable oil for a deep fryer or electric skillet

1 1/2 cup all purpose flour

1 tbsp. white sugar; 2 tsp. baking powder; 1/2 tsp. salt

2/3 cup milk or buttermilk; 2 large eggs

3 cups peeled, chopped apples

1 cup cinnamon sugar

Heat oil at 375 degrees

In a large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt

Pour in milk, eggs and 1 tsp. oil, blend well and add the apples to the batter

Drop small batches into the fryer or skillet until golden, about 5 minutes

Drain on paper towel on a rack and sprinkle cinnamon sugar over fritters and sweetness will melt in your mouth – Bon Appetit!  A Bing Image.

 

A RESPITE MOMENT

HAIKU

Sweaty Summer Gone

Window opened for cool breeze

When will sky turn purple?

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