Nature

                                                                   photo by Angela 


"The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely, or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quiet, alone with the heavens, nature, and God. As long as such a place exists, and it certainly always will, I know that then there will always be comfort for every sorrow, whatever the circumstances may be. And I firmly believe that nature brings solace in all troubles."  Anne Frank


I found this quote and thought it fitting for my post today.  Anne Frank was a wise girl at such a young & tender age, no?  It is amazing how words can carry on decades and still touch someone even today.
This last weekend was full of time spent with family and dear old friends.  It was a time of giving to others with my time, help, conversation, love, prayer and reconciliation.   I left the weekend exhausted but fulfilled and satisfied.  I cannot say that for very many of my weekends but this was one I could circle on my calendar as one to remember with gratitude.

This upcoming memorial holiday I plan on spending some quiet time with God at a Benedictine retreat center out in the country.  My friend asked me to come along - we are going to be sharing a room but I expect there will be some alone time for us both.   I think I may dust off my journal and bring it along with me as I'll be off the "grid" for awhile.
No tethers to a phone or social networking...  could be a challenge! Ha!
There's a couple of books that my friends/family are recommending I read: "The Circle Maker" by Mark Batterson and  "Discerning the Voice of God" by Priscilla Shirer.   These may be great to bring along on this little trip.

The above picture is from my many shots from my aunts farm.  I promise to include them in my next post! I'll leave you with one more in black and white.  Have a great week!

                                                                       photo by Angela