New Moon

This past week was the start of the new moon.  The moon has always been linked to romance and poetry--everything from children's nursery rhymes to sonnets by famous poets. 

“With how sad steps, O Moon, thou climb’st the skies!”Sir Phillip Sidney (1554-1586)

With how sad steps, O Moon, thou climb’st the skies !
How silently, and with how wan a face !
What, may it be that even in heavenly place
That busy archer his sharp arrows tries?
Sure, if that long with love-acquainted eyes
Can judge of love, thou feel’st a lover’s case;
I read it in thy looks; thy languisht grace
To me that feel the like, thy state descries.
Then, even of fellowship, O Moon, tell me,
Is constant love deemed there but want of wit?
Are beauties there as proud as here they be?
Do they above love to be loved, and yet
Those lovers scorn whom that love doth possess?
Do they call virtue there, ungratefulness?”

Sidney’s questions and concerns are directed towards the moon. He feels that love is very ambiguous and wants to know if the moon feels the same way.This poems is all about going through tests and trials of love.

One of sayings that I heard growing up was "New moon, new chance".  I am glad that there are chances to have a "do over", or chances for a new life, new love and that they don't depend on the moon.  Every day I see ways that I can live with a bit more love and a bit more gratitude.  I want to experience those "new chances", forging ahead with confidence.  I may have fears but it is important that they not control my heart and my actions, but only help make me wise.

Monday Quiz About Me

           

Here are FOUR QUESTIONS that everyone can answer and then you have the option to add a fifth question of your own for those who are visiting your blog to answer in the comment section, along with commenting on the four standard questions you answered!

  

1. September is Better Breakfast month - if time, money, calories etc. were no object, what would you have for breakfast? 
Biscuits, gravy, sausage, and crispy hash browns

2. How often do you do a major clean out?
It's an ongoing project for me.  I try and work through my house a couple of times a year.

3. What makes you feel appreciated?
Sweet words and hugs

4. If you had the choice, would you employ someone to help around your home/life?  Maid, Nanny, Cook, Butler or some other form of help?

A maid would be nice and then I could spend more time creating.

And now a question for you--

5. What do you do to welcome fall?  Decorate, take a trip, plant a winter garden?

Me--I put up a few fall decorations and then spruce up all my plant containers with new flowers that will bloom until Christmas.

Sunday Meditation--Protection

Life is a winding road with unknown perils and troubles, but we can be certain of God's providence, security, and care.

2 THESSALONIANS 3:3

3 But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.

Though None Go with Me

Though None Go with Me is a unique heart-warming love story of an unforgettable woman and her determination to make her life an experiment in obedience to God. Elisabeth Grace Leroy, born at the turn of the century, wants something more. Then one night as a young teen she finds what her heart has been yearning for. The defining moment in her life comes when she stands and promises to deepen her commitment and follow Christ, no matter the cost. So begins a remarkable journey of resolve, winding through valleys of loss and deserts of testing toward a legacy of faith. Two world wars, the Great Depression, and devastating personal loss form the backdrop for a lifetime of walking with God despite all odds. Though None Go with Me is a powerful novel depicting one courageous woman's determination to stand faithful in all circumstances. It is a moving saga of forgiveness and peace amid the loves, trials, and joys of an American family. And ultimately, it is a portrait of the far-reaching impact of a life that fully embraces the steadfast promises of God.  

I highly recommend this book.

Highlights of my Week

Highlights of my Week

A slash of rainbow in the morning sky

Fiery sunrise

Got my flu shot

Each week, Hilary listi four statements with a blank for you to fill in on your own blogs. If you want to join the fun and come up with four fill in’s of your own, please email them to her at Hilary@feelingbeachie.com. If she uses them, she will add you as co-host to the hop!

This week’s statements:
1) __Love_______ happens when you think it is impossible.

2) I hate when you _wake up___ and __find you are out of coffee___

3) The bravest thing I have ever done is __hike out of a ski area with a broken wrist and a hairline fracture of my hip_________

4) I like my __Kindle___________ and ___a tall glass of ice tea on these 105+ days_.