Saturday, August 31, 2013

A Few Things I Learned, and Discovered In August....

That August can be 
green
even in Arkansas.  
We've lived on this farm for 22 years but this is the first year 
I've seen green grass during "dog days."

I learned again that God does
work things out for good 
for those who love Him.

I learned to not
text 
and drive and that I'll refuse to ride with you
if you do!

... That "forgiven" on
her is 
beautiful!!!!

I discovered what turning 49
feels like.
(good!)- especially over cupcakes.

I learned to use new inks and stencils
in my art journal and 
became more free in journaling.

I learned you just never know when/how those
Godstops will happen.  
But to follow through
... following Him.

I learned a lesson in giving
and by her example how to really pour into 
someone's life.

I discovered this fondness for
orange marmalade and that I could eat it 
every day...
and pretty much do.

How to say goodbye to my beloved bunny
Brussel Sprouts.  He got really sick...
and is no longer with us.  :( 

I learned that my Angel Mother's dog "Mollie" passed away
after 16 wonderful years. 

I  learned a few new words like: 
aperture, shutter speeds, and manual mode-
as Myguy gave me a cool new camera for my birthday.  
--and ...That said; I learned
there's  much  to learn!

I discovered my very first blue moon!

I rediscovered how much fun 
a good olde demolition derby is!!

I discovered my most favorite, most comfortable  cowboy boots EVER:
Ariat Aztec Cheyenne Boots.  
My feet have never been so deliriously happy.

I discovered some new music  I totally love:
Gungor and All Things New.

I learned we have a gray fox here... and just last night
 saw him run out from under the crab apple tree.

I learned that along with God's love, mercy and grace- it  can also take some time to 
restore the broken pieces.  



I learned just this morning that 
raccoons can be destructive and from now on,
 birdfeeders will have to be put away at night. 

....Fare well dear August.... 
May we meet again.

10 comments:

Unknown said...

Orange marmalade is so easy to make at home and so much better!! So sorry about your bunny and doggie, maybe they are chasing each other in heaven!

Cora from Hidden Riches said...

Amazing how much we learn in a month, isn't it???? Most of the time, we aren't even aware of what we are learning. Last year we were conserving on water usage. This year, we are like the tropics with green everywhere and vines growing around everything. I'm sorry, too, about the bunny and doggie, Lea. So hard on a softie heart. And Orange marmalade has to be my favorite of jams. I'll put it on everything if I can.

Rebecca said...

Aaaaah, Lea! That's quite a LOT of learning you've squeezed into your August....wonder what September holds, don't you????

sweetvintageofmine said...

Loss is never fun...unfortunately it's part of life. But life is forever learning and to be enjoyed! But best of all...God loves us more that we can ever know, and he is sooo good! Great post....thanking him daily! Blessings~~~Roxie

Denise said...

Love and prayers sweet sis of my heart.

Sunnyside Up said...

Pondering on some things in your list this morning..Lea! Some of those I sure need to learn...for sure!

Happy to discover that we share the LOVE of Orange Marm. Its my favy fav on more than just toast! :)

Sad to hear about Brussel Sprouts and Mollie! I bet they are chasing each other in heaven, Sue!

Love you sweet friend! Miss you like crazy!






Attic Clutter said...

oh wow only 49
lucky girl (:)
oh always good to reflect...
love your writings Lea

sad to lose a pet..forsure(:(
hugs..patty

Anonymous said...

I am so sorry to hear about Brussels Sprout and Mrs Potter must be sad without her friend. Your mum's doggie too. We must know that there is a new earth and heaven to come and we will be spared from tears and pain and loss. Jeanie x

Paula said...

Girl you learn so much! Would love to hear about what your learning art wise. And what new products you have been using. :-) So Sorry to hear about Bunny sprouts and Mollie. The depth of our love is the depth of our loss, so big hugs to you my friend. Thinking of you in your sea of green.
Aloha!

Dee said...

You have learned some wonderful things from August and I have learned a few from your post.