Nature looks dead in winter because her life is gathered into her heart. She withers the plant down to the root that she may grow it up again fairer and stronger. She calls her family together within her inmost home to prepare them for being scattered abroad upon the face of the earth. ~Hugh Macmillan, “Rejuvenescence,” The Ministry of Nature, 1871
Thought for Today
He who marvels at the beauty of the world in summer will find equal cause for wonder and admiration in winter…. In winter the stars seem to have rekindled their fires, the moon achieves a fuller triumph, and the heavens wear a look of a more exalted simplicity. ~John Burroughs, “The Snow-Walkers,” 1866
Winter
I love winter! I wouldn’t be saying that if I had to get out and drive in the snow and ice. But at this time of my life I can arrange things to not have to get out in bad weather. I can just sit back and watch it snow while sipping a mug of nice hot chocolate.
But winter is also my most creative time. While it snows and blows I am working on my art. Ideas are plentiful and the motivation to create is strong. Maybe it’s because I am a winter baby, born in January. My mother loved to tell about walking to the hospital in the snow. What she left out was the part about living across the street. 🙂
So what do you love about winter?
Thought for Today
“The greatest mistake you can make in life is to be continually fearing you will make one.” — Elbert Hubbard
Thought for Today
Copyright 2013 by R.A. Robbins
“I write about the power of trying, because I want to be okay with failing. I write about generosity because I battle selfishness. I write about joy because I know sorrow. I write about faith because I almost lost mine, and I know what it is to be broken and in need of redemption. I write about gratitude because I am thankful for all of it.” — Kristin Armstrong
Thought for Today
“When we become more fully aware that our success is due in large measure to the loyalty, helpfulness, and encouragement we have received from others, our desire grows to pass on similar gifts. Gratitude spurs us on to prove ourselves worthy of what others have done for us. The spirit of gratitude is a powerful energizer.” — Wilferd A. Peterson
Thought for Today
“Faith is for that which lies on the other side of reason. Faith is what makes life bearable, with all its tragedies and ambiguities and sudden, startling joys.” –Madeleine L’Engle [Source: Guideposts Daily Scripture and Reflection Newsletter]
Thought for Today
Copyright 2013 by R.A. Robbins
“We are indeed much more than what we eat, but what we eat can nevertheless help us to be much more than what we are.”
~Adelle Davis
Peace Thought for Today
Copyright 2012 by R.A. Robbins
“Keep thyself first in peace, and then thou wilt be able to bring others to peace.” — Thomas a Kempis
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