Fall Psalm

In keeping with the tradition of my blog, here is a poem written by Rockman. This was originally penned as an October fall poem. I took a little "poetic" license and changed the word October to "fall". Fall was my dad's favorite season.  We were blessed to able to spend many Thanksgivings with my dad and mom.
Miss you, Pops.

Just today I had this thought,

Perhaps you've had it too?

How our lives mirror the seasons,

His love comes shining thru.

When summer's growing is now done,

And autumn is in view.

Change is surely on its way,

His love comes shining thru.

Then winter gives us time to rest

Before spring brings life a new

New hope, new life, new joy

His love comes shining thru.

So on this beautiful "fall " day

We recall His promise true.

Eternal life is our new season.

His love comes shining thru.

Amen

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......Rockman, 10,10/92

Have a beautiful Thanksgiving!
Faith, hope, and love,
Lori

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Seasons of Life

Theme for September: Plans

Verse:

"There is hope for your future." Jeremiah 31:17

Mom's Musing:
Yesterday I went for a hike with a good friend. The first part of the trek was a pretty steep incline. We both needed to stop to take in some oxygen and sip some water.When we got to summit of the foothill we rested. We took time to enjoy the view and feel the combination of sun and the light breeze on our skin. I noticed a little crispness in the air. There was no mistaking the smell of moisture. Fall is coming. School has begun. I felt a little sad.
Change is hard for me. Time doesn't stand still. Two of my kids are off at college, another is in school and working, and the youngest has just begun her senior year of high school. I attended my last "Back to School Night". How did it happen so fast?
Rather than lament, I want to be present in the present, looking forward with hopeful anticipation. This Labor Day weekend there will be six of us celebrating together. But not our typical gang. Our youngest has invited three friends to join us this weekend. When I look at the kitchen table, each chair will still be filled but with a different collection of kids. I want to enjoy the moment rather than miss what was. Trusting the future will hold good things too, just different ones. 

Parenting Tip: Enjoy the moments while going through the days.