You take my thoughts into paradise.

Today, while I was at the beach, I was remembering something that I have always said I would do for my children... which is to surround then with art, color and beauty. I felt like these things enable human beings to connect with their innate gifts and callings. Something all children should have the opportunity to take advantage of. It should be so common, so contrite, that they don't even notice anymore... right?

Well, to go along with this thought, since my dad has passed...( which still feels surreal, btw) I have been reminded over and over about what a GOOD father he was. And God is our Father in heaven, and so these thoughts came to me today... God seriously gives us the most beautiful masterpieces, everyday! I can look up in the sky at any point in the day and see something my eyes have never before seen. The sky is so common, so contrite, yet so amazingly unique, everyday! What a beautiful and loving dad He is. Jesus, I love your Father, thank YOU for showing me how I could reach Him. You take my thoughts into paradise.

aaaahhhhhhhhh......

::deep breathe::

Not to mention, the beach was absolutely beautiful today. I would like to go again tomorrow. My heart is healed there. A place where I feel my heart is held tightly by the tender hands of Christ, and THERE I am at peace. At the shore, I can feel the waves touching my feet, the water is allowed to embrace me everywhere... and nothing can be hidden from its invasiveness. When I'm in the ocean, the water is very generous, and luxurious... covering my body, delighting my soul and obviously captivating my mind. I don't know how or why I was made with this desire, but it's soothing. Just remembering it, makes me feel relaxed.

Prayer Requests

Robbie and Zoila to move into my house at the perfect time.

My schedule to fit perfectly together.

Camp 11 to be Kick a$$

ThankFULLness.

My friends who are voting for my kitchen.

Finally writing and having ideas

Amy bringing a car load full of organic fruits and veggies.

Peace and Quiet tonight to sit with me, and Marley too :)

And for you reading all the way to this point.

Thanks and God bless you with LIVING water abundantly