I saw this pile of logs neatly stacked across the street the other day. Fresh cuts and beautiful woodsy hues. They are the beginning of many more such piles as the work begins in turning our small patch of woods into a place for apartment buildings. Until that happens, I will look with great fondness on those trees, not taking the sight of them for granted anymore. I will say “Thank you, kind Creator and Lord, for this motley group of trees, bushes and brambles.” And when they’ve been replaced by buildings, I will endeavor to thank God for the change in scenery. “In everything give thanks, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” Yes, I will still thank Him. And I do not think He will mind my sorrowing over the loss of former things.
This blog post will be hewn down in the morning, so take a moment to appreciate it.
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When I saw the picture of the pile of logs it immediately brought memories of my mom. We lived near the mountains and spent many vacations near logging areas. Whenever we passed a truck load of logs my mom would say, “there goes a load of toothpicks”. Still makes me chuckle. I’m so sad about them clearing out your little woods across the street…..it’s sad. Less and less little woodsy areas left. 😢 🌲 🌳 🌲 🌳 🌲
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I’m going to remember that line about the load of toothpicks! 😄. All things considered I’d rather keep our small woods, but I suppose our whole neighborhood used to be nothing but trees, too. 🌲
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Yes, so sad to see the woods cut down. You are full of Grace. I would have a difficult time giving thanks for the apartment buildings. Thank you for being faithful to God’s Word. Thank you for being a good example for me.
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❤️ I am counting on God’s grace to be sufficient when I feel like complaining rather than giving thanks!
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