
From Brenda's Daybook
For Today -- Nov 18th
Outside my window... Blue skies mottled with fluffy grayish clouds, leafless treetops barely moving in the breeze, a bluejay piercing the calm with his screech.
I am thinking... What is it we actually mean when we wish someone, Have a great day?
Now that you've asked.... I guess what I'm wishing for is that the individual could truly enjoy their day and not have anything spoil it. That they could be free from sickness and pain. That any broken and difficult relationships could be mended, that bad hair days don't affect their cheerful frame of mind, that work situations would be fulfilling and interesting. I would wish that God make their path smooth and that things would be pleasant, even when they're in the 5 o'clock grocery store lineup.
So now comes the question, do you think God desires us to have a great day? I know that sometimes it doesn't work out that way for us, but knowing He is a good Father, I truly believe His heart desires that we have a great day too!
I am thankful for... experiences that remind me walking in the Royal Law of Love toward every living creature is really what makes life beautiful.
I am wearing... Oh rats! Do I have to admit I'm still in my pretty pale green jammies?
I am going... to get my home ready for Christmas by setting aside the rest of this month to clean every corner and put things to right, so I can start bringing out the festive stuff December 1st.
On my mind... The other stuff I'm going to do today. Write. Clean. Sing. Laugh. Meet a friend for coffee. Hang out with Jesus!
Pondering these words... "Give and it shall be given." I'm beginning to grasp the idea that this seems to be a universal law that is meant to touch absolutely every area of our lives, not only in our finances. Whatever I want and hope to enjoy, I must first plant a seed if I hope for a harvest in that area. If I wish friendship, I must offer it to others. If I wish to be treated with kindness, I must ensure I offer kindness to every person I meet. If I wish blessings to come to me, I must first bless others. If I wish for favour, I must offer it to others as well.
Around the house... The sun is shining through the front window. I love how it makes the room feel cozy and comfortable.
One of my favorite things... the Yankee Candle sitting on my desk with the fragrance "Autumn Wreath". I've had the candle for a couple of seasons, and still I'll often catch a whiff of its autumny fragrance. Kind of a mix of spicy pumpkin pie, apple cider, and cinnamon. I love the surprise of how it releases its scent when I'm not expecting it.
Here's wishing you a great day, and all that it means to you!
Brenda
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