"When gratitude is simply a duty, we discharge it by making a list and checking off boxes, It doesn't accomplish much. But when gratitude becomes a spirit of appreciation, and we allow ourselves to feel the thankfulness for more than a few seconds, it prepares our hearts for connection with God. I think this is one of the reasons we are so often encouraged to enter God's presence with gratitude and praise. It isn't an obligation so much as an invitation to come relationally ready to meet with someone we enjoy." ~Marcus Warner, "A Deeper Walk"
Lately, our lives have overflowed with reasons to be grateful. I taught my last "Technique Tuesday" for the high school orchestra. Although seeing the students only two or three times a month has been quite different from working with them every day, I savor every opportunity to interact with these amazing musicians.
Katherine finished her ceramics class at ASU Beebe. She drove every Tuesday and Thursday evening and stretched her comfort zone. The result? We have some of her beautiful and creative pieces of art to enjoy!
My little backyard garden is taking off. I'm trying to hold things loosely, but I do look forward to watching all of the little zucchini, tomatoes, beans, and peppers grow as the Lord works His creative wonders.
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