October 12, 2011

Beautiful Life

As I consider this post,
I am looking out at a glorious morning sunrise,



which somehow makes the writing easier...


















Over my lifetime, the Great Outdoors has been both my playground, and my solace.
I refer to it as my "Beautiful Life".




















Hubby and I have always enjoyed our walks.
We are often comparing new trails to the ones we know from our childhood.









I have fond childhood memories of running up and down paths. Of course it was "double the fun" experiencing it with my twin sister.  She would lead, and I would follow.











...I did not know before this last weekend that we had a nearby hiking trail - 6 trails, in all.
One could get lost out there...

















Not... saying that we did get lost -


Not saying that we didn't!
















I will say that finding the trails... was perfect timing as I've needed a place to think,
a place to walk; a place to pray...










Because in one minute, I'm fine...













And the next minute, I'm hit with my sister's heart-breaking health news.




















I can't begin to describe how close my sister and I are; or just how much "beauty" she adds to my life. She just does.












(Whimsy by Joy)












I Believe in Prayers...



I pray for her strength,
her energy,
her hopes,
her healing.










(I welcome your prayers and well-wishes)


I am not sure when I'll be back to blogging... the seasons are changing so quickly, I wouldn't be surprised if we have snow on the ground the next time we meet.

I'm traveling to be with my sister and family (I'll be packing my Tai Chi books/videos, and some good music to encourage relaxation and meditation).












Be well.
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5 comments:

  1. My thoughts and prayer are with you and especially with your sister!

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  2. I read this beautiful blog through tears. My heart, my thoughts and prayers are with you both as you travel down this new road. Be strong,

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  4. Jess, just stopping by to let you know I'm thinking of you. I pray that all is going well and that your sister is getting stringerbevery day.

    Sending big hugs.

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  5. Thank you a hundred times over - the prayers were felt! Even on the hardest days, I was able to keep positive thoughts around my sister.
    The initial results of the treatments have been great news. I hope and pray that this continues to be the case!

    I've flown in to have Thanksgiving with the kids... we haven't been together in a year!

    You are in my thoughts and prayers; have a peaceful and Blessed holiday.
    ~Jes

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