SIPPING MY COFFEE AND SITTING IN SILENCE

"Life isn't about struggling, and being unhappy, and then dying. It is about enjoying and appreciating everything life has to offer. Through joy, we glorify God."                                                                              --Edwene Gaines, The Four Spiritual Laws of Prosperity

Ah, those first few moments of the morning when everything is so profound. A new day is dawning, and endless possibilities lie ahead. The new house is blossoming, neighbors are friendly, and each day is a pleasure to awaken to. Did we downsize enough before we moved, probably not, but it's fun to realize what we really need and what we don't, and what other people will benefit from what we lovingly pass on.

I am so blessed, and each day I discover new things to amazed by. Beautiful sunrises and sunsets, rabbits and swans marching by our home, and the peace of the area we are living in, isn't God great!

"Living life fully means exercising our God-given right to be ourselves, to be who we are. We have the right to express authentically.  We have the right to accept all possibilities, even the 'impossible' ones."  --Sandra Lindsey Smith, Life's Garden of Weekly Wisdom

What does silence mean to you? The kids are asleep, I finally have time to myself?  I am empowered by the silence?  I am troubled by it?  If it is a comfort, may it always be. If it is troublesome, try just sitting still and thinking about all the things you are blessed by, or listening to music, or journaling. Know that you are a blessing to all who cross your path.

Love and light,

Sandy Smith


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Unknown said…
Thanks Sandy for writing about life as it should truly be, not what others think it should be. We all express differently, but if done always with God in mind will lead to a peaceful and loving relationship with our surroundings.
April 28, 2023 at 6:18 AM
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