LIFE'S LESSON

Over the holidays we went on a walk at Lemonie Point to feed the chickadees from our hands. This is a wonderful experience, one enjoys a bond with creation and a closeness to our Creator. We had just started down the path, chickadees in sight, focused on our mission, when a person unknown to us said, “Do you see the dear in the woods?” The dear were standing less 100’ from where we were. It was an amazing moment to share as a family. We stopped and enjoyed watching three of these marvelous creatures as they grazed on tree branches and kept a watchful eye on us. I was so focused on where I was going that I almost missed all the joy of where I was. Many times have I missed God’s blessings because I have set my own direction. My hope is that 2008 will be the year I learn to live in the moment. I am thankful that the Lord is gently teaching me and changing me.