“The unthankful heart discovers no mercies; but the thankful heart will find, in every hour, some heavenly blessings.” ― Henry Ward Beecher
I’ll be honest, I struggle with the words “blessing” and “blessed;” I much prefer gratitude and thankfulness. For EVERYTHING. The big things, the small things, and everything in between. Like breakfast in bed on a lazy Saturday morning.
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A painting that hangs outside of the RE classes at our church. I am so thankful for the many devoted teachers who help to nurture children’s minds and spirits in the tradition of liberal religion.
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Freedom is a mid-afternoon walk on a warm spring day with a little boy and his dogs.
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Imagination = a swashbuckling pirate in lederhosen carrying a fishing net filled with cars.
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Some of my old law school books…Though I tend to think that justice is far better served by compassion, kindness, forgiveness and mercy, than it is by “the law.”
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“If you enjoy living, it is not difficult to keep the sense of wonder.” — Ray Bradbury
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“When in doubt, ingest carbs.” –Rachel Cohn
Or better yet, Mexican food. With neighbors.
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This photo post is a continuation of a word-a-day photo practice that a fellow UU came up with. You can view the photos of others here.
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2 Comments
I love all your pictures, but honestly I was hooked by your fist few lines. I think being “blessed” is all in how you look at things. As you said – with gratitude and thankfulness. When we choose to see our lives that way, everyone is blessed. 🙂
Mexican food covers a multitude of sins … from the book of Natalie. 😉