Witnessing an early morning rain inspires the visions for this poem. It is amazing how a view through an open window can bring forth images to write from.
Blessed, quiet morning time . . . God warms the soul.
Do you write a daily journal? This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts. Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.
You know someone is truly special when the most beautiful thing they have one is a kind soul.
If you have no one, you are poor; if you have an acquaintance, you are fortunate; if you have a friend, you are privileged; if you have a lover, you are rich; if you have a soulmate, you are wealthy.
Matshona Dhliwayo is a Canadian-based author and philosopher. Born in Zimbabwe, he shares his unique look at life throughout much of his writing.
From Lamentations 3:22-23: “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning;great is Your faithfulness.”
One’s maturing faith is at the heart of any Christian’s journey.
Do you write a daily journal? This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts. Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.
In the stillness of the quiet, if we listen, we can hear the whisper of the heart giving strength to weakness courage to fear, hope to despair.
From Psalm 130:5-6: I wait for the Lord; my soul waits,and in his word I hope; my soul waits for the Lordmore than those who watch for the morning,more than those who watch for the morning.”
Howard Thurman (1899-1981) was a American author, theologian, and civil rights leader. His writings mentored many leaders in the civil rights movement, including Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
This informative post will be published on Saturday in place of my regular one. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
Brain Teaser Question
What can we infer from this statement?
“Since every child I know likes ice cream, Mike must also like ice cream.”
A) The speaker doesn’t know many children.
B) Mike is a child.
C) Mike likes anything sweet.
D) The speaker is a good friend of Mike.
E) The speaker saw Mike eat ice cream.
(answer found at the end of this post)
Featured Facts
Found along the North American Pacific coastline, the sea otter is the largest member of the weasel family (mustelidae). Some of their relatives include other carnivorous mammals such as badgers, wolverines, weasels, and river otters.
Here are a few quick facts about the smart and playful sea otter:
While cute and fun-loving, sea otters are fierce fish hunters with a high level of expertise. Armed with sharp teeth and a powerful bite, they manage to consume the daily equivalent of 25-40 percent of their body weight. This allows them to stay warm as they live in the cold waters of the ocean’s coastal areas.
Sea otters are effective swimmers, and many can stay submerged underwater for up to five minutes. Their extra large lung capacity allows for this. They lack blubber under their fur, but several layers of very dense fur keeps them protected from the harsh elements.
Most sea otters spend their entire lives in the water. They frequently build floating rafts of kelp and stay together in groups called a romp or a raft. Wrapping themselves in seaweed helps to keep every member close. Many will snooze while floating on their backs.
Sea otters are labeled as an endangered species with domestic and international laws protecting them. There are numerous species of otters found around the globe.
top left: single sea otter. top right: pair of sea otters and another sleeping. bottom: group of sea otters called a romp or raft. (photographs courtesy of pinterest.)
Once time escapes from today’s grasp, we will have to wait for tomorrow.
Do you write a daily journal? This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts. Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.
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