Big storms....

last night and in every day life, too. The storms last night brought great rain for the plants as they are waking up. It was windy, but no damage. The further we go into the year the less chance of snow and we reach out to Spring.

In life, there are those who seem to exert their power to hurt and destroy others - coldly, in the name of their ego, money or just because they can. We who do not wish to hurt others will not use the same tools or rules to harm others. We can rely on prayer. It is the best weapon we have. Still, it is hard to know how to respond to or manage the hurt that others cause because we can not be that cold, calculating or hateful. I know I happily lean on a loving God and only He can hold me up. I hold on to this thought - "Do not those who plot evil go astray? But those who plan what is good find love and faithfulness." Proverbs 14:20. I pray I am in the second group. I hope others pray, too.

Be Blessed,
Kim

Tentatively....

Spring may have come. Slightly fearful that freezes and another snow may come. It has been a harsh winter. Still, the signs are encouraging - daffodils and crocuses poking up through the dried leaves of winter - sprouts and green limbs showing on the blueberry bushes, plum trees and pear trees. The critters have become more active throughout the woods. Green shoots appear to be peeking out from the trees. The winds is blowing - it has a slightly different feel than the fall winds have - the fall winds carry a demanding feel - an "I'm coming - get ready - I'll get colder" feel- a piercing the bones cold.

The spring wind feels more fleeting - that "I have to go now - this is too soon - let me hang on" feeling. There is a suggestion of rain to soak the earth as it prepares for the growing season. I have the seed catalogs out and DH and I are deciding on what to plant. Much to do before we get to that point - a truck-load of horse manure to be added to our compost pile and enzymes to add to make our 'good dirt". The area for the big garden, on the side of the hill, needs tilling and creation of terraces to make it all easy to work. That is planned for March and April, with planting in late April. Lots to do.

Later in the Spring, we will build our chicken house and large enclosure. I would love to allow them to be "free range" but we live in an area heavy with hawks and other chicken and egg lovin' critters. To have them unprotected would be tragic. So a BIG enclosure and hen house with everything they need to produce eggs and be happy and healthy is in order.

There will be monthly trips down to Florida to help out my mom. There may be jobs or changes in jobs for both of us. DH is planning to be baptised. It will be an extremely busy time for us. So much has to be in the hands of God. He will keep us in HIS big enclosure. We have to keep the faith and trust that HE has us in his arms. Tentatively moving forward....

Be Blessed,
Kim

So,,,,other thoughts

Losing my uncle was difficult...losing my father exactly 3 weeks later was dumbfounding. Now, mother has to make her way in the world without him - but she is not alone. She has DH and I to keep her safe and help her - not that she is weak or frail - just a little tenative. It will take a long time to move through the every day without the pangs of loss and instant loss of breath as she experiences events and every day activities without her partner of over 54 years. It will take time...patience...strength and prayers.

Be sure to appreciate those you love....you only have them for this moment...don't take it for granted. The moon at night...the sunrise...a hug...holding hands...everyday moments are worth sharing and being together. Enjoy the little things - they are what adds beautiful threads and fibres to the tapestry that is your life experience.

Be blessed,
Kim