Peace

Morning in silence

Just sitting and reflecting

On peace and beauty

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!!

Cathy

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Good Morning

When the sun comes up

We experience the hope

A new day can bring

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God

Cathy

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Icing In My Backyard

When we woke up this week to the results of an overnight ice storm it was clear we were going nowhere that day and for the first time in a long time not because of COVID-19.

Mother Natures artistry was on display with all her ice sculptures.  And my fine feathered friends seem no worse for wear.  Making sure they are fed is a top priority.

 Finally,

Happy Valentine's Day

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!

Cathy

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A Cardinal Event

Card'nal red

In the midst of icy glare

Sign of hope

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This gentleman brightened my day yesterday as we were again confined to home, not because of pandemic but because of the weather.  Though the ice is lovely to see it is Mother Nature's reminder that she is in control and you have to follow her rules.  We were  fortunate that we did not lose power but we were nonetheless careful and followed "Mother's" rules.  Yes, we did!

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!

Cathy

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Powdered Sugar Snow

So this is the sum total of our winter snow this winter. . .Just a dusting and so many others are experiencing so much more.  It's almost embarrassing.  So today I wish all well!  

It's cold but this is the first moisture we've had that wasn't rain.  

There was nothing to shovel.

 And the holly stands tall

So much for the winter snow we've had so far and it's alread February!

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!!

Cathy

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Burst of Glory

A burst of glory

In the midst of the morning

Touches the deepest soul

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It seems of late I've been drawn to the sunrise.  Can't tell you why.  Maybe it's because I find the early morning, even in it's quiet tranquility, an explosion of beauty can burst into my vision!  For that I am eternally grateful!  

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!!

Cathy

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The Sun Still Rises

Glowing through the fog

Reflecting on the water

The sun arises

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!

Cathy

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Those Darn Cats

Simba and Nala (Sissy) joined our family 6 years ago.  So many have shared about their cats and I thought I'd share our story of them.  You see, they are not the first cats we have had.  First there was Weber who we rescued from a bird's nest in our spruce tree.  She was independent and not very personable but we loved here nonetheless.  Before she passed Sam came to live with us.  He was a real mouser!  Literally caught them and brought them to us so we could praise him.  (Moles were left on our back step before he came in for the night.

On one occasion, when we were remodeling the kitchen, Sam felt it his duty to check out the workmanship of the cabinets.  LOVE that cat!  Sadly Weber died of cancer and Sam died of a blood clot.  

That brings me to Simba and Nala.  A young lady I worked with had two kitens, brother and sister.  She as always sharing tales about them.  But one day she came to work saying she was going to have to find a new home for them because her husband was found to be allergic to cats.  She was willing to separate them as she had to find the home soon.  Well, I couldn't see separating brother and sister and so we now have them and they are a delight.  Simba is the active and curious one.  Nala (Sissy) is the lazy, sleepy cat!  Love them both!!

He's such a clown!!

She's so layed back!

Love this brother and sister.  

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!

Cathy

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Morning Proclamation

Morning sun breaks through

At the creator's command

 Proclaims his glory

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!

Cathy

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Frozen Diamonds

 Crystals like diamonds

Reflect the glorious light

The jewels of time

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!!

Cathy

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Clouds

Clouds are a wonder

Tender blanket of our earth

Heaven come to earth

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It's good to reflect on the glory of the sky and the clouds that often surround us.  More often than not they cover the sun and keep us without the warmth the sun offers.  But they are sculpted by the angels to keep us from becoming complacent and taking them for granted.  

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!

Cathy

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Christmas, It's Almost Here

 

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It's such a pleasure to walk about downtown Newburgh.   The windows are lovely, the city hall is all decorated and all the old buildings look new.  Christmas does that for me.  So many things look new.

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And then there are the fun yard "guests" that brighten the day. . .even the Grinch is a friend.  Snoopy and Woodstock are such characters.  Santa is always there to offer just the right amount of cheer!!

I do love the lovely old and regal houses.  They offer warmth and festivity to all who pass by.  There is the Giving Wall.  One of the residents has offered gloves, hats, and food to any one who is in need and it is such a heart warming gesture that others in the neighborhood  have contributed to the Wall.  I think that's what's meant by "good will to all [people]."  And with that I wish all a very Merry Christmas!!!

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!!

Cathy

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The Rose

"The optimist sees the rose 

and not its thorns;

The pessimist stares at the thorns,

ovlivioius to the rose."

Kahlil Gibran

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Raindrops that nourish

Beauty in its perfection

Beauty of the rose 

Today is one of those days when the chill outdoors causes one to reflect on the beauty of Spring.  The rose is one of my favorite flowers.  Though Spring is some time off.  I thank God for cameras and the photos they take.  Just another gift for which I am grateful!  

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!

Cathy

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Christmas Is Coming

Christmas is coming, the geese are getting fat,

Please to put a penny in an old man's hat;

If you haven't got a penny a ha'peny will do, 

If you haven't got a ha'penny, God bless you.

Yes, indeed, it's coming soon.  This song has always reminded me of those who have little or nothing.  And again it reminds me that our Savior was poor and had little or nothing but gave his all for us.  So, I'm reminded I should do the same.  Just when I don't think I have anything to give, I'm offered the opportunity to give. . .my time, talent, treasure, all.  What about you?

Saturday morning it was 54 degrees at 6:30 a.m.  Very rare here on the Ohio River Indiana.  It had rained overnight and so the clouds were parting to allow us the glory of this sunrise.  Another Christmas gift.

Every day I walk I walk past this prayer garden, and last week the manger was erected to the glory of God.  It is so lovely.

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 It's such a delight to walk in the neighborhood.  You just never know what surprises await you on any given morning.

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And along the way we are reminded, by the children of the elementary schools, how we are to behave during this Holiday Season.  "Spread JOY not germs!!

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Fantasy of Lights

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It was a delight to drive through all the lights and decorations last week.  It certainly "brightens" the spirit and offers a bit of happiness in this time.  It is even better to know that all the funds raised go to Easter Seals and the treatment of those with handicaps.  It was nice too because the weather was so great.

All in all it was a pretty good week here 

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!

Cathy

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The Sky Ablaze

 

Glory be to God

Beauty blazes in the sky

Wondrous in all ways

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be o God!!

Cathy

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Cat On His Throne

 Quietly resting

Just resting upon his throne

He's the regal cat

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!

Cathy

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Hope Is Paramount

 The end is unknown

When the future is clouded

Hope is paramount

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!!!

Cathy

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Rocky Mountain High

Oh, how beautiful

Just takes one's breath away

This vast horizon

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!!

Cathy

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Fall in Hope of Spring

Hardy yucca plant

Stong and sturdy in the Spring

With beautiful blooms

But in the Autumn

It still stands strong and sturdy

In hope of the Spring 

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!!!

Cathy

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A Walk About

Though Halloween is over. . .I just had to share these photos of the holiday and the fun some people have in celebrating it.   I did enjoy the "gentleman and his dog!"

So the holidays begin.  Yes, this is only the beginning!

Autumn is still glorious here.  The weather has been good, except for rains last week that brought us 5 inches.  All in all it's been grand so I intend to be glad and rejoice!

 This poor "gentleman" apparently had had enough and gave up the ghost, no pun intended.  It is so sad to see a beautiful, old tree like this just lay down.  It's hollow so it was suffering for some time. May he rest in peace.

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!!

Cathy

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Happy Halloween!

, 

Happy Halloween

Jack-o-lanterns, candy corn

Such grand memories!!

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So many things  have changed this year.  And now, even the holiday kid and adults look forward to each fall will be so very different.  

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!

Cathy

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Magnificent cloud

 Magnificent Cloud

Oh, what beauty and power

Wondrous to the eye

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!!

Cathy

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Rainbow

Beautiful pasture

Glorious rainbow above

Always reigns surpeme

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!

Cathy

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Rich, Glossy Color

 Perfect in their shape

Glossy color in the sun

The colors of Fall

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!!

Cathy

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Clouds On the River

 When the sun rises and the clouds are walking on water.

The Sun

by Annette Wynne

Long before the postman comes

The sun begins to rise,

Far in the East if you should look

You'd find it in the skies.

At first it's just a streak of light

Then all at once the world get bright.

As I walked today I saw how beauiful it is to witness the presents of clouds come to earth.  Fog is often gloomy, so gray and thick.  But this morning the glory of the sun allowed me to witness the beauty of the cloud come to earth.

It's early in October and one doesn't expect the trees to change right away, but it does a body good to see that thay have begun to share their beauty with us.

Autumn offers us the opportunity to witness the beauty of the changes in the life of a year.  There is a glow from the trees that is just breathtaking.  And yet this is just the beginning.  

~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!

Cathy

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Majestic Tree

Oh the Autumn leaves

Glorious in their color

Fills the heart with joy

 ~~~^j^~~~

Thanks be to God!!

Cathy

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