Misplaced thoughts about age.

As I enjoy a much needed quick trip to the beach in S.C. to visit my In-Laws. I am sitting on the balcony watching a young family walk along the sand. The small little girl is picking up shells and playing in the sand. The Mom is taking photos of her, capturing this childish play. They begin to walk again and I see an older gentleman, stooped and walking with a cane. He moves slowly along the beach. As their paths cross it makes me see how precious life is.

Each stage holds it's treasure.

When we are young it seems to hold newness,adventure and wonder. At life's end if we are lucky and observant, it will also hold newness, adventure and wonder.

At first I felt sorry for the older man, his halting steps and slow movement. Then I realized that maybe I am judging wrongly.

I began to see how wonderful it was that he was able to take a walk on the beach. His slow walk helped him have time to observe and wonder at what he was seeing. For him, this was his adventure on this beautiful morning.

I need to take note of this and remember not to always be in a hurry.

Walk slow and really see what is all about me with, anticipation of wonder and adventure!

Adventure

I just came across my written thoughts for my blog entry for my word for 2010. Having seen other bloggers choosing a word to represent their thoughts and hopes for the new year I figured I'd do the same.

A year has passed and it was very interesting to read what my thoughts were back then.

Did I remember my word?

No...I did not. LOL

Well, it was an interesting read. (smile)

Life is still up in the air for us and actually less settled in some areas than it was a year ago. The bank bought our house back so we will be moving in the next few months. We are still waiting for a job for my husband. (please, keep praying. I know God has something for him.)

I, on the other hand was able to get a part time job last week that I am enjoying. If we stay in the area I hope it will become full time.

As I revisited my thoughts and feelings I see that God has not forsaken us and has provided; food, clothing, and shelter but most of all a drawing closer as a family and stronger faith in God. We have seen what truly matters and that is our love for one another and those who God has put into our lives.

I guess I am going to take a leap this year and choose as my word for 2011 as...

Adventure!

This coming year, I feel, will be full of adventures.

We will have to move

I am closing my business after 26 years

I am starting a totally different job

I am pursuing new avenues to express myself artistically

Our youngest just turned 18, will graduate high school and leave for Miami Florida in the fall for College.

(That alone would be enough for some people.)

Our oldest will turn 21 in the summer and graduate from college.

(Praying she will be able to find a job that will allow her to live independently)

Instead of looking at all these changes in a negative, fearful light. I will continue last years outlook in hopeful anticipation, waiting to see what God has in store for us!

Adventure

Sounds like a lot of fun!

Now to leave you with a bit of humor.

This is a startled tree on the golf course I walk Cooper on. I guess he just figured out he was the only naked tree there!

Is this not natures way. Giving us humor as well as beauty.

My challenge to you is to keep your eyes and heart open every moment of every day to see what God has for you. He has a since of humor too :)