Thrift

While I am not a big shopper in the traditional sense ( I do not enjoy spending hours at the mall ) I do very much enjoy a good treasure hunt at thrift stores. It always amazes me to see the what people have discarded and I love to rescue useful things to repurpose for my own use. In addition to saving money and resources (recycling), I usually find one-of-a- kind things not readily available elsewhere. The things that I find thrifting are often my most favored possessions.

I believe that God is the ultimate "thrift shopper." He spots treasure amongst what has been been abandoned, discarded, or unused and gives it new purpose for His glory. I am so glad that He saw potential in me and put me to use fulfilling the purpose for which I was created.

Seasons

I thought that I had better get something posted on my blog before I am listed MIA. It's been a while.

Fall is in the air and the children will soon be returning to school. It has been a wonderful summer and I have squeezed every drop of goodness out of it, savoring long morning walks, sweet berries, fragrant blooms, sun tea, warm evenings on the deck listening to the frogs sing, and the unhurried pace. Now, I am looking forward to favorite sweaters, raindrops against my windows, crisp fall apples, coffee dates with friends, and the routine that the school year brings.

I love the seasons. I appreciate the rainfall so much after experiencing blisteringly hot summer nights during which it is nearly impossible to sleep. Likewise, I appreciate the warmth of spring after being snowbound by record snow fall. Every season has its wonderful advantages that make me long for them, and challenges that make me grateful for their departure.

I am also loving this season of my life. I don't know what lies ahead but I know that according to Jeremiah 29:11, its something good.